Ryka

Devotion Plus 3

Women's

Wanted to love the Ryka Devotion Plus 3. I liked the blue color and style and arch support, but the shoe was too small. I normally order a size 10 in Ryka and have for years. On the advice of a Podiatrist ,ordered a half-size up to 10.5, but sadly my toes are hitting the end. Trying to decide whether or not to order an 11 or switch to the new Ryka Devotion in navy blue. The original Devotion was one of my all time favorite shoes! Love the anatomical foot bed and great arch support, wide toe box and narrow heel have always fit really well. Don't like the new shoes with "foam" footbeds - not supportive enough to be on feet all day at work. I know some complain of the soft rubber sole wearing out too quickly, but doesn't bother me since they are always at a good price compared to other brands and can easily be replaced. I've tried New Balance, Asics, Brooks, don't like any of them.

Context: I walk about five miles a day. Excellent arch support, which is what I need. I ordered a half size up. I'm a size 6. Ordered 6.5 and that fit. The toe bed was wider than I expected but it is still very comfortable. It feels cushiony when I walk, which is nice. I love Saucony as well but Ryka Devotion has better arch support.

I am 64 years old. I wear 10.5 wide. I have a bunion on my left foot. I pronate a bit. And I am overweight. During the stay at home orders, I began to walk as close to every day as I could. I have 3 other Devotion Plus 3 shoes, and I was wearing them all down! These shoes have a roomy enough toe box and the mesh lets my feet breathe and I can wiggle my toes in them. I ordered this new pair a few days before Labor Day and they came today. As soon as I tried them on, they felt perfect. Also, they look cool, too.

I am a walker. I walk about 5 miles a day, and these shoes were the best I have ever worn! no need for added cushioning that I have always had to add to other walking shoes. for the price, a real bargain. Barbara