Exersteps | Men's Whirlwind 2 | Full Rocker Bottom, Max Cushion Walking Shoe

I have a 30+ year old foot injury that has led to arthritis in my big toe joint. My doctor told me I needed rocker bottom shoes, and recommended Hoka OneOne, but I couldn't afford the $200 pricetag. I found these and decided to take a chance. Even while I was experimenting with insoles, the relief in my toe was instant. I'm able to stay active and do the things I like to do without slowing down (much). Now that I know rocker botoms work, I bought a pair of MBT's that are my "nice" shoes, but these Exersteps are my daily beaters.Now for the details:The fit is true to size. I usually wear a 10.5 but sometimes an 11. 11s were too big but 10.5 fits perfectly, with one caveat: the heel cup is short, so they slip a bit in the back. It's designed to not hit your achiles tendon when the shoe rocks forward. I laced mine with a runner's loop and that solved it.Materials and quality are fine. No worse than other shoes in the same price range. So far they're holding up well with heavy use, including daily work wear, 3-mile dog walks, and cross-country urban hikes.They're not comfortable - at least not out of the box.The soles are thick and heavy. They're solid rubber, which makes them rigid so they rock properly, but there's no cushioning, and they pound the heck out of your feet. The insoles are paper thin with no padding at all. They're not glued in, so toss them out and get some good ones.Be careful though, you don't need much arch support, because the contour of the sole shoves the midsole up against the middle of your foot. I tried 4 different insoles before I found some that feel right. YMMVThe shoelaces are about 2 feet longer than they need to be. Get some that fit while you're buying the insoles.If you have arthritis and can't afford, or just don't want to pay for, the more expensive brands then these will work the same way. Spend a few extra dollars on insoles and they're comfortable for all day wear. If you want them for fitness, the rocker bottom combined with the additional weight will definitely add resistance to your workout.When all is said and done, I like them and will definitely buy them again.

Shoes are quality and comfortable. I made sure I took pics to show you it’s not too big and it feels amazing. I’m on my 3rd day of wearing them and my feet feel a lot better ✊🏾 and I work 2 jobs 😂 a really good buy hope this helps.

Since half-sizes were not available, I ordered a half-size larger. I expected them to be slightly big. The heel area fits nicely. The toe area is roomy, but comfortable. The midsole is much firmer than the RYN shoes I also have and the MBT shoes which have long since been worn out and discarded. However, since the model of RYN shoes I have is no longer available in my size, I purchased these. For the price, I think I have a product that will meet my needs. I have had plantar fasciitis problems with a bone spur. These are comfortable to wear, even without the custom orthotics. I can't speak yet to durability as I just received them. However, they do look to be well constructed so they should hold up well.Edit: I ordered a second pair. This time, I ordered 10-1/2 and they fit well. the same comment applies about the firmness compared to others of the same type.Correction: half sizes are available when I looked today. I will order another pair in the half size. I like these enough to keep them, but will want another pair to switch off with as I don't like wearing the same shoes every day.

The media could not be loaded. Very nice rendition and homage to MBT UrTires Urwheels. The outer sole technology similar but not exact physiology. The center pivot points flattened out, the outer sole not rubber. The inner sole quite amazing, I’m sure they take some give and breaking in to soften up a little. I took to walking in them right away like home sweet home. I do have foot issues and injuries I’ve been in therapy at home for a while. I wish Exersteps also carried a sandal like the Kisumu to complete the line. An amazing job and fashion styling update. The price just as beautiful and bountiful. I will be using these as well with the Magnetic Hula Hoop.

Had to return because they were too small even though I ordered a half size up. Returning for an additional 1/2 size up. Will update when new shoes arrive tomorrow. Ignore the stars, you have to assign at least one star in order to submit.

this shoe dose not come in wide or ex wide, after wearing it for few month started having heal pain so i stopped wearing it. the sole is to rigid and not soft at all and not absorbing the shocks.

Pulling the shoes out of the box, I thought these really are ortho shoes - no disguising that. Putting my foot into one, I thought whoa these really feel good. They are a tighter than my Sketcher size 9s, but in a way good way - a bit tighter but more comfortable. These shoes really are rockers! And it will take some time before one's balance adjusts. I almost had an exciting moment going down some stairs but caught the rail just in time. A soccer injury (many years ago) causes my left foot to drag a bit, but I had been able to adjust using normal street shoes. That is until a couple of days ago, when I took a very hard fall onto a wooden YMCA walking track. That fall leaving me bruised but OK is the reason for buying the shoes. I am delighted to say I completed my 5 mile walk today without a single foot drag. Typically this walk would cause three to five toe trips causing me to temporally lose balance. Embarrassing when others are around. So, the shoes work, and I'm glad I purchased them!

sent back tried on and walked a few steps on my treadmill and knew right away this was bad for my posture