Gravity Defyer

Was looking for a pair of shoes that would work for my plans to walk the Appalachian Trail. These were advertised in Sierra Clubs magazine so I gave them a try. They are comfortable - I'll give you that! The shoes do seem to help my knee and hip pain. However...

I have less than 100 miles on the shoes and already the shoe split just under the sewn seam on the side of one shoe. When I sent a message via the website to customer service I experienced what most have said here - no answer! I tried again using the customer service email address and did get s response. I sent them 4 pictures of the shoes indicating the defect. I was told that "upper management" would make a decision on my issue within 4-6 weeks!

Not holding out hope because of the terrible reviews I see posted here. The fact that one gets a 30 day "trial", but the shoes have to be in "like new" condition should tell you that the company doesn't stand behind the product. How can you wear the shoes for 30 days and not put some wear on them?

I'm chalking this up to a wasted $150 - but will certainly revise this review if the company actually stands behind the defect.

I bought my first pair of Gdefys a couple years ago and wow, they instantly made my feet feel better. The 9-1/2 xw was roomy and felt like I was walking on air. I wore them daily and they lasted a long time. I told my wife how great they were and we both bought a pair when mine wore out. They were great too. Now in mid-2020 we bought replacement shoes and they are crap! I went to a 10Xw and they are tight both in length and width. The back keeps breaking down and following my foot down into the shoe. They are nowhere near the quality and comfort of our previous Gdefys. We are going to take a drive down to their Huntington Beach store and see what's up or at least show them these current shoes. I hope they haven't cheapened their manufacturing because the first couple pairs were magic in their comfort.

Comfort with correction. Before these I wore HOKA exclusively. Now all I wear are these. They corrected my posture immediately! Lower back pain is a nonissue and my heels are totally supported! BEST SHOES EVER!

OMG I feel like I've been transported to the Cheers episode titled SQUEAKY SHOES. The episode had us rolling on the floor it was so funny when everyone walked into the bar and their shoes squeaked with every step. You can also experience having squeaky shoes and everyone turning their heads to look at you when you walk within 30 feet of them. Just buy these shoes. NO NO NO don't buy these shoes. I had 6 pairs and they ALL SQUEAK long before they are worn out. Six pairs of squeaky shoes and the company WILL NOT replace one of them because it was over 30 days. I know…….shame on me.

I love these shoes, they are more than what I usually pay, but worth it! I've got two pairs, and they are what helped me get over my plantar fasciitis. I am certain these will be the shoes I will be wearing for the rest of my life!

I ordered a pair. Size was too small. So I returned and placed another irder... they shipped wrong size. So I returned for refund and placed another order... again wrong size. So I returned 3 pairs... apps $500... after 10 days and no refund I inquired. They said they have no evidence of returns. I sent them tracking info that showed they recd the goods... another week passed. Only 1 refund... finally complained to Amazon and Amazon issued my refunds.
Gdefy socks in all regards.

I bought these shoes because of what the ad stated, I even spoke to them on the phone with them telling me there the best shoe I told them I work at Lowes and on my feet for 8 hours they said yes they will be great for me, I received the right size and width I wore them and they killed my feet I spent 155.00 on them tried wearing them a few times but each time I had to run home foe my old Nike's which feel great for all day standing, I am pass the 30 day return so Im stuck with these awful shoes, I do NOT recommend them at all. Back to a shoe store for nikes and wasted 155.00.

Purchased a $160 pair of running shoes while on a trip and was told I had 30 days to return them. As I live out of the state purchased I emailed the company requesting return and was told to contact the store in Rancho Mirage, CA. I did this and was told to return the shoes to the company in Pacoima, CA. All receipts and request for refund enclosed and I have confirmation the shoes were received June 30th. I have received nothing to date and cannot find a human to answer the phone. Joan Sheehan

I have had a pair for over 4yrs. Just received my new ones can't wait to get to walking!By the way both pairs were Orion.

They come apart at seams with in three months of buying and can't return after 30 days, and your feet end up hurting so not a good shoe at all! Don't waste your Money!

Was exited to get them because of major foot isuues and pain. Bought 3 pairs and found that they had absolutely NOT SUPPORT, your foot goes from one side or the other when you walk, so you risk falling. What a waste.
Plus they don't tell you that if you return them, which I did right away, they will not refund you for 30 DAYS. STAY AWAY!

I recently bought a pair of Women's G-Defy Extora II Athletic Shoes; I have suffered from heel spurs and plantar fasciitis for years. I work for a local professional sports team so I spend a lot of time standing and walking - up to 10 hours a day per event. The next day I would be so crippled up that I could barely get out of bed. Two weeks ago I purchased my first pair of Gravity Defyer's and I worked two 10 hour days back to back. First I was impressed that after the first day I could get out of bed without pain; but knew I had another full day to go... This morning when I got up after standing all day and walking over 4 miles-I had no limp, no pain! I plan on buying a second pair to wear everyday!

I bought 2 pairs of shoes. The first pair is more comfortable than most shoes I own, however the laces only lasted a month before they split apart. Luckily they send you a second pair of laces, which are holding as of now. I bought a second pair of shoes, however at the time of my purchase they did not have a wide option. I thought I would give them a try because, depending on the shoe, I can sometimes wear a "normal" width. They were too narrow. I sent them back a couple of days after receiving them. I have called 4 times to check on the status of my return since they were delivered on 7/27/21. I initially emailed with no response. I then called, only to be told the return would process soon. I called on 7/30/21,8/4/21, and 8/7/21. The person I talked to on the August 7 finally put in an urgent refund request to have the case closed in 24-48 hours. It has now been almost 72 hours and I still have not received any indication that the return was even processed. The return is not even showing on my account with the seller as of today. Please note, no one ever responded to my original email on 7/30/21 until I called on 8/7/21. I have not received any correspondence since despite trying to get a hold of someone.

I ordered a pair in July, with promo code MR6CKD5, and found I needed a larger size, so completed the return/replace info with the understanding it could take 30 days. That was August 4 and to date I've not received my replacement pair.

I ordered a pair of G-Defy Super Walk Black/Purple in a size 8 but they were to small so I returned them for a 8.5. They were on back order for 4months so I didn't get the replacement pair until February. I tried them on and they fit ok but I don't wear tennis shoes in the winter so they have been sitting in the box until mid April when the weather was nice enough to wear them so now I am passed my 30 day trial to return them. ANYWAY THEY SUCK! The right shoe pops loudly from the heal with every step and the left squeak's so I am walking rhythm. Also they aren't really that comfortable but I've tried wearing them for a cpl days at a time to see if the pops and squeaks stop and if I get used to them - NOPE! I've had the worst shin splints... maybe that's the idea, my shins hurt so I forget that my feet hurt!? GARBAGE - not even going to turn them into yard shoes they are so bad.

Sorry, not a review. I want to thank all who have purchased and sent in reviews. They certainly helped me decide whether or not to purchase for myself. I believe I will pass on this one. Thank you.

The shoes are great until they're not; which is to say that the shoes do not last but about 3 months before they start falling apart and they are no longer serving the purpose for which you bought them for in the first place (pain relief, comfort). Unless you are rich and purchase at least five pairs of shoes in a year, don't bother with the VIP Rewards program. That's a joke and and borderline scam. I have never reached the Gold or Platinum tier and I have 12,450 points. Further, unless I was rich and spent all my riches on their shoes, I would never be able to redeem but maybe 1,200 points out of 12,450 points. The shoes are not worth the money because they do not last long enough to get your money's worth. The company is shady with the VIP Rewards program. Thumbs down. Find a reputable company with quality assurance. The quality of these shoes is short-lived and the company is shady with the VIP Rewards program. That has been my experience with this company and I do not recommend them.

Bad fabric. Shoes have holes inside after 2 months running. I tried exchange but costumer service is very bad. They just ignore. I am Waiting 1year already. Poor quality

Not happy with this shoe, Its a shoes and does NOT provide and comfort. Lousy Customer Service too. Save your money, you can get a better show at Sam's Club for more than half the price!

We couldn't wear them. They were hard to walk in and fell apart. For $100 shoes they are crap. Sorry. Lots of hype and marketing with poor quality. We want our money back.

I purchased a pair of gdefy work boots for a price of $200.00 plus $30.00 for shipping plus $27.00 exchange. Now I need to spend another $32.82 to send them back. When I checked the inside of both boots I noticed that the inside of the boots at the back part of the heel was worn through the cloth part with the white plastic exposed. These crooks sent me a pair of used boots, and insisted they where new. I sent pictures of the inside of the heel and they claimed I was sending pictures of worn athletic shoes. Their management would not believe me.In fact they were very difficult and couldn'tcare less about my problem. Do not buy this junk, you will get scammed.

I purchased gravity defyer sneakers exclusively for several years, and they were fantastic! Had a big walking trip planned and purchased a new pair two months in advance to make sure I had them ready to go.
Wearing them on the long walking trip, my skin on my pinky toe was burning and in terrible pain. Stopped at the first aid station along the way, and they bandaged up my foot and said that, something in the sneaker was causing the damage. Finding out later on the sneaker was defective with some weird stitching going on. I wrote the company, and because I purchased from a catalog or not through their website directly, they would not help me replace the sneakers! The representative told me they would get back to me within 48 hours. They never did. I called again. Same story. Nobody returns calls and when you get someone on an email they tell you they won't help you because you didn't purchase it directly from them. At that price point, if they can't provide fantastic, customer service, or replace a defective product, I advise against purchasing.

It's been 2 day's that I am wearing them only while at work and my plantar fasciitis and heal spurs on both feet are about 50% better. Do they need time to break them in?