20 Best Shoes For Long Walks (2023 Updated)

Have worn Skechers daily for work for past 5 years walking around 20,000 steps a day. Made then mistake of buying 2 pairs of this style. About half way thru day on 1st day of wearing them, really started bothering my feet, being to tight around pinky toe.

Thought it would stretch a bit because of material so made another mistake and wore another day to work and pain only got worse. I exchanged the 2nd pair for the wide width and it did no good, just still to narrow around toes.

These are my first Skechers they fit well and are comfortable. Time will tell for longevity. So far, so good.

Whitney is the best shoe for my difficult to fit feet. The toe box is wide, so my toes move. I need the additional support offered by the OrthoFeet additional arch support. OrthoFeet shoes gave me my life back.

I can walk miles in these shoes. The only drawback are the laces. They untie constantly. I take them out immediately and replace them with flat, 100% cotton laces, and my shoes stay tied. Tripping on untied shoelaces while on a treadmill or trail is a hazard I can do without.

Bought these for everyday walks. I have been wearing the 847V3 size 8 extra wide for several years. First I tried the 840V5 in my size but had to return them because they were too tight, the tongue was too long and the shoelaces too short.

Then I purchased the 840V3 in a larger size( 8 1/2 extra wide) based on my 840V5 experience. They did fit but the inside seam near my small toe was very irritating and I had to return them also. Wish New Balance would bring back the 847V3-a true to size sneaker without any irritation since there is mesh on top of toe area.

By the way at the New Balance store my foot measures 8 normal width but that has never been the case in any sneaker I have purchased. Been wearing New Balance for over 20 years.

I have been purchasing NB for years because they are the only shoe that provides appropriate support for my arches. My last was this shoe v2 in 8 1/2 2E. It felt perfect after trying a couple of other sizes so I purchased this model in the same size in white.

The heel of the shoe is lower in v3 and the interior wall padding feels thicker. The overall size and feel of the shoe is slimmer than v2 which leads me to wonder if I needed to size up. The toe box appears larger from an external view point, but inside feels more cramped.

The side walls of the narrower, but could be due to thicker padding. I will be keeping this pair to see how they break in, but next order may go up 1/2 size.

the mw840v3, is comfortable, i do have a 4x wide shoe, which i wish alot more shoes and colors were available in 4x wide so iam limited which shoe i can get, i use these shoes every day. so the sole came unglued but i still use them.

in my opinion they do need to put more glue down on the sole so anyone else will not experience the same thing as i did. besides that if you can over look (it is a very good shoe) that it was a 1 in a million that happened.

so i dont blame any one or any machine on this mistake it sometimes happen once in a blue moon. i even walk and run in these shoes the hel takes lot of cursion from the pounding it takes from running.

soo go ahead and buy your self these shoes.

These are super cute but the sizing and fit is way off. I ordered a 9 and had to return for an 8. The 8 fit well except every time I stepped down the sides flared out which looks weird. They are comfortable once you work them in or wear socks.

I had to tend to multiple blisters during our Disney trip. They are advertised as breathable but they are not. My feet constantly felt hot. Overall they are adorable but not as advertised otherwise.

This shoe is the perfect red. Attractive. However, right shoe is larger than left and requires 2 insoles to fit. I’m not sure about the “arch fit”. I do not find the arch any better than my other Skechers.

Also, the shoes are scratchy on the top of my feet. I would not purchase this pair of shoes again, but if you are looking for a cute red shoe, this is it.

I’ve always tried to find a pair of shoes to replicate the most comfortable ones I had years ago but didn’t write down what they were. These are the closest to those old magic shoes. The cushion on them gives some serious comfort for my 225 lbs body (medium arch).

The stock insole was good for me, even better than the green Superfeet I’m used to wearing. But right now I’m using these shoes with Dr. Scholl’s heavy duty insoles for 200+ pound folks and they feel awesome.

Highly recommend for any heavyweights looking for walking shoes. Only negative so far is that my feet get a little warm in them, but I think that could be remedied with some better breathing socks.

I like this shoe, I just wish I could like it more. It’s the best compromise I can find in a New Balance product for my personal gym training sessions. I’m accustomed to workout shoes that have the extra rib right down the middle of the top above my toes.

However, having said this, they ARE a comfortable shoe, and my trainer commented almost immediately upon my start of wearing them that she noted an extra spring in my Box & Platform Jumps. I attribute this to the fact they’re very lightweight, and maybe that’s the reason for my above comments – I’m not accustomed to something so lightweight yet comfortable.

I’m a 66-years-young guy who likes to show that I refuse to act my age, like the other Senior Citizens in our gym.

Bought the taupe color, which is a nice neutral. Better than average arch support. Purchased in the same size as my other GOwalk shoes and this pair ran large. Not so large I had to return, but definitely big.

Could be a fluke. Could be I don’t have other GOwalk *Joy* shoes. It would be a perfect shoe if the insole came out for orthotics.

I had an older pair of this style and loved the comfort but hated the sole pattern because pebbles were always getting stuck. I bought this pair and I love them! The sole is different and doesn’t pick up as many rocks.

I have a high instep and had to buy up 1/2 a size and *still* wear thin socks. If I wear cotton socks, they would be right across the top of my foot and definitely not comfortable. The style is great for working from home and taking an occasional walk throughout the day.

I wear these for travel days too and they work great!.

At my workplace we are supposed to wear all black shoes. Dress shoes are rarely good for standing 12 hours at a time, and they are rarely breathable. These sneakers are comfy and help keep me cool (my specific work area traps all the hot air), and they feel like squishy mats.

Good – definitely made for walking. Plenty of squish under the balls of my feet. Very breathable. The sole/bottom of the shoe is all the soft rubber, helping it feel comfy on the feet. Will buy again once they go (or at least sick with Skechers if they stop making it) Bad – Not a running or trail shoe (But I don’t use them that way so no problems there).

I had to buy 1/2 size larger than other brands.

I have always loved the original “go walks”! Have been buying for several years. I was so looking forward to getting these. Unfortunately they are NOT like the original. In appearance yes, like the original.

In fit NO. I ordered my usual size 8, but these seem fully a size smaller!! I noticed this as soon as I took them out of the box. The material is very rigid with no give, and the toe box is pointed rather than the roomy cut they typically have always been.

I considered doing an exchange for a larger size, but the time span on an exchange or return has become typically so long that I don’t want to deal with it!! Very sorry to have to return and to pay the S&H on two pairs!!.

I have an old pair made with white canvas that fit well and wore well. They have many miles of walking at home and on vacation, washed many times. I hate to part with them, but they have graduated to yard shoes and look totally worn out.

This pair is not canvas. They are very wide at the heel and not constructed to hug the heel to prevent slipping. I do have a new navy blue pair in the same style as the old that are made well and fit great.

They are made with the knit fabric and lined inside. I have the Go Walk Arch Fit and the Grand Peak Trail Skechers also. All Good.

Since I got older and moved to the country, I pretty much live in my Sketchers. I have yard work ones, around the house ones and then two pairs to wear when leaving the homestead. I needed a new black one for “going out” and I picked these.

Hadn’t had these before, but have gotten very spoiled to the slip on ones, so I thought these would do great for the winter months. The first trip out wearing them was fantastic. Never thought about my feet once- I was comfortable, my feet were comfortable and life is good!!!.

I bought these shoes in the mint color. They are so pretty. I have received compliments each time I wear them. They really look great with a lot of my clothes. They blend well with aqua, dusty aqua some shades of teal and beach glass, pastel plaids and stripes.

It is a fun shoe to dress up or down. I bought a size 6 medium. I probably could have worn a size 5. 5 if they would have been available. They are a bit loose, but I only wear them with certain clothes and I can wear socks with them.

They should hold up. Skecher’s shoes tend to last me a long time. I may decide to purchase them in the taupe. I could use a neutral color. I would really like a red pair. Not an orange shade of red, but a true blue red.

Keep selling them! I am always looking for a new color! I don’t recommend buying online to others. Returns are so costly.

I got these specifically for inside use. I have a tile floor in my kitchen and my Skechers help to prevent shin splints and sore feet. I have a different pair of Skechers that I wear outside and for walking.

I love my Skechers. My first pair was bought for Bloomsday a 12k race in Spokane Washington and have been my footwear at this race every year since.

I bought these because they come in wide widths, and my feet are EEEs. Proper fit, length AND width is essential, as I walk seven miles every morning. The Fall 2021 supply chain issues made replacing my other brand impossible for four months, so I tried these.

Immediately, they became my favorites! Also, I bought two more pairs because I do not want to face another dry supply chain. After over 50 years, I’ve found the very best walking shoes for my very wide feet! I recommended these to a friend with plantar fasciitis who is still thanking me for doing so, Between the two of us, we know about shoes that hurt and sore feet.

Apex now has a lifetime client!.

These have been my go to sneakers for years now. They were the greatest when I HAD plantar fasciitis. And I still wear them to this day. Even though they are orthotic in nature the look is very modern and casual, not gawdy like some other orthotic sneakers.

Would recommend 100%. Super lightweight too. Wide is very roomy. I think they run true to size but not much to compare it to as I could buy the same sneaker in the same size in another brand and they all fit differently, go figure.

I just ordered my second pair after almost a year. I had low back surgery AND I have ms. I was able to walk as per back surgeey instructions,which was quite a lot. The past month or so I noticed I am not walking nearly as well.

I asked my physical therapust,both actually, they looked at my shoes, worn out on one side. So,a new pair. Well worth the 165. I paid first pair. This pair was only 108! I will be investing in these 2× per year as they make a DRAMATIC diff.

in my walking which is sooi important for ms!.

I bought this shoe in size 10 double wide, color Nero which is a gray/black suede. This color is a neutral that is not as noticeable as a solid color would be in an athletic type shoe like this. I wear them for dress shoes with pants.

If they don’t match in exact color with the pants, that is okay with me. It needed some break-in time. They feel more narrow than Free Time. They look more like a dressy shoe than Free Time, though. I had Free Time previous to the pair I recently purchased and they fit well with no break-in time and the pair I bought recently is the same.

I am glad I have both, but if someone is just starting out with SAS shoes looking for comfort first in a walking shoe I would recommend Free Time. I bought Free Time in charcoal suede, and the two pairs look a lot like each other.

I like that SAS has unusual colors in their shoes now, so that they can blend well with more colors of clothing.

Note this review is ONLY applicable for people who have to wear plastic custom insoles for foot problems. My insoles scrape against the side of the shoe, producing an embarrassing noise every step I take.

I have been wearing plastic insoles for decades and with other shoes I have either put baby powder in the shoes a few times or used Vaseline around the edges of the insoles a few times and either one of those will solve the problem permanently.

Not with these shoes! I have tried both solutions multiple times and still get the noise! Don’t know what is different about these particular shoes, as I have been wearing SAS for about 20 years.

I’m still not sure whether I want to keep my new Walk Easy shoes. I needed a walking shoe a bit longer than my previous shoes. But I have extremely narrow heels. I bought the size 8. 5 Slim. Unfortunately, with every increase in length, the SAS shoes increase slightly in width.

So now my toes have space, but, with every step, my heels slip in the shoes. I do like the shorter tongue, as compared with the “Tour” style. (Now I’m thinking the “Freetime” style may be the best compromise.

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I wear these for work since I’m standing and walking all day. They are pretty comfy, and although not even the best pair of shoes can fix the pain in my feet, it is nice to walk on something so squishy.

I have a couple of issues though – first is that the left shoe feels a bit tight around the toes because I have a bone spur sticking out (but if i get the wide size for just the left, it’ll be too big at the heel).

Second issue is that the right shoe is. well I’m not sure, but if I lace it up, it rubs so bad on the back of my heel, so I have to leave that one unlaced. I hope that breaking them in will help with that issue.

I also wish they were waterproof, but I guess that would interfere with breatheability. Overall, good shoe, I just have weird feet.

I was skeptical after trying a pair of skechers sneakers on at a dept store. I wanted stability, support, comfort & durablity in a good walking shoe. I walk everyday & the sneakers I wear now seemed fine at time of purchase.

They are RBK hard soled leather. Researched Skechers. com & found the Go Walk Joy-Paradise sneakers. Sounded really good & the price was also. So I took the leap & was pleasantly surprised. I tried them on when received & they felt light as a feather.

I thought there is no way they would be good for walking on all types of surfaces. I am thrilled to say they are everything I was looking for in a sneaker. I cannot say anything about durablility yet since I have had them for a short time.

That is why I gave them only 4 stars. I rarely find anything these days that deserve a 5 star rating. My old sneakers feel very heavy on legs & loud on surfaces now compared to these. I would highly suggest the purchase of these excellent sneakers.

I do hope they are durable & hold up for awhile. I just had to throw away a pair of womens work/hiking boots I purchased 13 yrs ago. Just replaced them with same Skechers boots. The female customer service person went over & above to find the same ones for me.

Very happy with Skechers. Do your own research & find the sneakers for your lifestyle.

These walkers are very comfortable for outdoor and indoor walking/power walking. I need a wide width, and most Skechers wide width shoes fit very well, including these! There was no break in period, which was beneficial! (If a shoe needs to be “broken in”, then to me it’s really not a good fit!) It has a light mesh upper, which makes this shoe much cooler in the spring/summer months! I do notice when I walk on the outdoor cement, asphalt, the soles tend to show a lot more wear and tear because it is a softer sole than heavier shoes.

But I’m fine with that because of the comfort level. IF it wears out, I’ll simply purchase a new pair!.

These shoes are so comfortable. I needed a new pair of tennis shoes that were not expensive so I wouldn’t be worried about them getting dirty either. These shoes were reasonably priced for tennis shoes.

I was worried they wouldn’t be comfortable or would give me blisters since they were not super expensive shoes. I was wrong they feel like clouds on my feet. I walked trails for 2 hours and my feet didn’t hurt.

The soles are soft and comfortable. The laces stay tied and are easy to get out of knots. The material on these shoes clean up very easy. The soles of the shoes are sturdy and the bottom of the shoes gives you tractions so that you do not slip on the flooring.

I definitely recommend these shoes.

i work at a grocery store, standing up doing about 20k-25k steps a day for 8 straight hours. i have tried so many other sneakers that would prevent me from receiving blisters but all else failed until now.

THESE SNEAKERS ARE THE BEST!!!! FIRST 3 DAYS AND NO BLISTERS, NO PAIN AROUND MY BIG TOE, IT’S AMAZING! Now i did have to buy a half of size up. i usually wear a 8 1/2 but some of the reviews mentioned the sneakers coming snuggled and i took their advice and went with a half size up but that’s the best decision I’ve made.

they definitely would have been too small in my regular size. i recommend these sneakers all the way 👏👏👏.

I was surprised on how well made these are! And the color is beautiful! Super easy to slip on but the fit is amazing! And the soles are heaven! Typically I don’t think I would’ve naturally gravitated towards these! I also have 2 teenage daughters…… ironically they also love these & prefer them over their name brand shoes I just purchased! Go figure right?! Lol! These are definitely comfortable, stylish & are very well made! Definitely look just as good if not better than any name brand we’ve bought in a few years!.

I received this a couple weeks ago and have worn them a few times. They seem fine but I would not use them as my regular shoes. I could see them being fine for working outside maybe. My biggest complaint is how heavy they are.

It’s like wearing weights on my feet. The comfort level is pretty standard for a shoe like this. They don’t come close to the comfort of skechers but they aren’t the worst feeling shoes either. If you just need something quick and cheap then these should work fine.

I really enjoyed trying out the easy walk shoes. On of the things I liked most about them was how easy they were to put on. I liked that they did t have any laces. As much as I love laced shoes it’s nice to not have to deal with it once in a while.

I also enjoyed how co for table the sneakers get on my feet. My feet truly felt well supported. They look and feel like a quality shoes. I feel like they will last me a long time.

The biggest pro for me is that these sneakers come in a wide width. I find they run true to size and are a great fit. Sneakers are very comfortable which is a must have as I walk an average of 5 miles a day.

In my opinion, these are fair weather sneakers that I have found do not do well on snow or ice. But then again, they are not meant to be. nor marketed to be winter sneakers. In general, I find the quality of all clothing & footwear has deteriorated over the years, no matter what brand you purchase, as most everything these days is being outsourced.

That being said, in spite of the fact that these were not made in the USA, I find the quality of these sneakers to be better than some of the competitors name brand sneakers I have purchased in the past.

These are my new go-to walking sneakers. I am on my 3rd pair. One recommendation I have is that I wish LL Bean would offer these sneakers in more colors.

I have worn LL Bean boots and boat shoes for decades and I have enjoyed wearing various LL Bean shirts and pants and I have bought many Bean apparel items for presents for family members, so I am a loyal Bean customer.

For months I had been looking for a well-made, supportive sneaker with mesh uppers for the breathability and coolness, that is not built as a running shoe and has a normal color. Let me repeat: a NORMAL color! I really never expected that I would buy a sneaker with the LL Bean name on it, but this shoe checked all of the boxes for me.

It is a “walking shoe”, which is ok for me at my age and level of reduced athletic activity. Sorry to say that walking the dog twice per day is my “workout” many days. My all-leather cross training sneakers get too hot and retain that heat.

If these Bean walkers last like my Bean boots and boat shoes, I will be a happy customer.

I put on these shoes and walked around the house – comfortable. I walked to the mailbox and then around the large block – still comfortable, good cushioning. They are out of the box wearable. I haven’t taken a long walk in them it and I have not walked on gravel or a trail.

That is the only reason for a four-star rating. I ordered 1/2 size larger than my usual office casual shoe size. I’ve learned this from experience in order to have wiggle room while walking. The toe box is an excellent size; I can wiggle my toes.

I like the ability to do that. I lace my shoes at the ankle to create a loop in order to adjust the fit at the top of my foot. The laces are plenty long to do that and then tie a double knot. I was preparing to order trail walkers from a leading manufacturer for $30 more.

This shoe showed up in my email inbox. I am very glad that I ordered them. They aren’t jazzy looking. I ordered Navy – so it’s just Navy and white. I am pleased with my purchase. After testing them with longer walks, I may order the grey or loden/brown.

These shoes have become one of my favorite pairs for general walking in variable weather conditions. I had intended to purchase another brand of shoes, but found they were out of stock. I saw these RedHead X4 Adventure shoes in the store, and decided to give them a try.

Initially, I wondered if I had made a mistake with this selection. However, replacing the insoles with another brand has made a significant improvement in fit and comfort. I am very happy with these shoes now.

I wear them for walking exercise, and in all weather conditions. I would recommend consideration of these shoes.

I got these for Christmas 3 years ago. Probably the best shoe I have ever worn. They are extremely comfortable and that is saying something for my hard to fit feet. Also, they can be worn in both casual and dress situations as they look great for both.

The traction is excellent and are super lightweight as I have also worn them to put out trail cameras in our hunting woods. Your feet will stay pretty dry as well. Wouldn’t call them totally waterproof but that it just because of the low heel.

I will probably get the same shoe again in another year. Don’t pass this shoe up!!.

I bought many pairs over the past 15 years because they are a great shoe. I wear a size 15. And the leadership at Corporate decided to discontinue sizes larger than 14D. Am I the only longtime Cabelas customer that was dissed by this corporate decision!? Corporate can you explain? Not selling enough size 15s!!?? Hurting your bottom line!!?? So sick of corporate greed and quantitative (not qualitative ) decisions.

Angelo D. Former Cabelas customer.

Sharp looking forward thinking walking shoes that have full leather uppers, to waterproof and very comfortable. Look great with your favorite khakis or jean cut chinos and with a little mink oil paste each spring and fall, they remain waterproof but not the same waterproof as submersing your foot in deep water, but walking in wet grass and a dusting of snow are well within the shoes ability to keep your feet dry.

Take care of them and get 3+:years of weekly use. I just ordered a 2nd pair and 2 additional for gifts this fall. Great walking shoes.

I am on my third pair. I wore my first two to the office for years. When I moved to the farm, they really got abused. I bought a third pair six years ago to look nice. The old ones were repeatedly repaired, until one was used only for garden flip flops.

Mind you, I never oiled the leather. I abused them. Now the flip flop pair has been tossed, and the other needs a bit of stitching. I have never oiled them in 15 years. Meanwhile, my third pair has appreciated oil.

It is in very good shape. But I have worn it a lot and while strong and tight, I am about to buy my fourth just so I have a perfect pair to look nice in. I preferred the leather tongue, not synthetic, but we will see how they look and hold up while being worn to activities, etc.