My feet are shaped like a duck's foot ... wide in front with a rather narrow heal. I also have a high instep and high arches. Top these issues off with bunions and you can understand how difficult it is for me to find truly comfortable athletic shoes for my daily power walks. I got my first pair of RYKA REFORMS about 2 years ago. I love them. I didn't have to add arch support or any insert to make the medium width shoe fit perfectly. My first pair is still wearable but they are less supportive after constant use. I have been wearing a newer pair for the past three months. I just ordered 2 more pairs at a huge discount. I don't want to take the chance that they will be discontinued.

I recommend these athletic shoes for people with bunions. Something about the toning design keeps pressure off of the ball of the foot. i never feel any discomfort when Im wearing them even after walking several hours. The only drawback to these is that the sole can be a little slippery on certain surfaces. Most of the time I don't notice it but on wet pavement especially walking up hill or on stone, I am careful.