In 1949, Mr. Kihachiro Onitsuka began his athletic footwear company (Onitsuka Co., Ltd.) by manufacturing basketball shoes out of his living room in Kobe, Japan. He chose the name ASICS for his company in 1977, based on a famous Latin phrase "Anima Sana In Corpore Sano," which, when translated, expresses the ancient ideal of "A Sound Mind in a Sound Body." Taking the acronym of this phrase, ASICS was founded on the belief that the best way to create a healthy and happy lifestyle is to promote total health and fitness. Today, ASICS offers a full line of performance-driven athletic shoes and technical active sports apparel and accessories dedicated to bringing harmony to the body and soul.
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Customers like the comfort, quality and fit of the shoes. For example, they mention that it provides perfect support and comfort, it wears well and that the forefoot is nice and wide. That said, they appreciate the value for money and the weight.
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46 customers mention41 positive5 negative
Customers like the comfort of the shoes. They mention that it provides perfect support and comfort during these hours, the fit is perfect, and it allows for a cushioned stride. Some say that the shoes have moderate support. Overall, most are satisfied with the comfort and durability of the product.
"...These shoes are light, airy, and ultra-comfortable. My feet love me when I wear these shoes...." Read more
"The shoes fit great. Also a great shoe, they are comfortable. I wear them everyday. I they are a very dependable shoe." Read more
"...It is unfortunate, because otherwise they are still very comfortable. The mesh is just really thin in that area...." Read more
"...I went half size up since I am 7.5 got an 8. These shoes are very comfortable and great for working out at the club...." Read more
42 customers mention30 positive12 negative
Customers like the fit of the shoes. They say the forefoot is nice and wide, which is good if you have relatively flat feet. They also appreciate the toe room, saying they look great and feel great.
"...That acts as a "lock" to help keep your arch in place. The forefoot is nice and wide, which is good if you have relatively flat feet like me...." Read more
"...I do not run but I do walk a lot and they fit so well. There is a nice amount space for your toes so they are not crowded...." Read more
"...I say that because there are discolored areas on them and they are stiffer than original ones. Bums me out!" Read more
"The shoes fit great. Also a great shoe, they are comfortable. I wear them everyday. I they are a very dependable shoe." Read more
41 customers mention39 positive2 negative
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the shoes. They mention that it is the best running shoe they have ever purchased, they wear well and provide the cushion and structure that they need. They also say that the shoes keep their legs from getting tired with a lot of walking. Customers also say they are well constructed and durable.
"...I particularly like the very firm heel cup assembly, which helps hold your heel in a neutral position...." Read more
"The shoes fit great. Also a great shoe, they are comfortable. I wear them everyday. I they are a very dependable shoe." Read more
"...foot hasn't gone out since I started wearing the sneaker, my hip aches even went away and I'm feeling great...." Read more
"...These shoes are very comfortable and great for working out at the club...." Read more
10 customers mention10 positive0 negative
Customers appreciate the value of the shoes. They say it has a great fit and comfort, and is available at a good price on Amazon.
"...I never pay this much for a pair of "sneakers" but was well worth the cost. Love the style and color too!" Read more
"...mistake of purchasing these a 1/2 size smaller because they were a great price. My bad...." Read more
"...Good trainer for the price. Have bought this model as my last three purchases." Read more
"Great fit and comfort, Good price from Amazon..what more could I ask for? I have bought this brand of running show before so I knew what I wanted...." Read more
6 customers mention6 positive0 negative
Customers find the weight of the shoes fairly light.
"...These shoes are light, airy, and ultra-comfortable. My feet love me when I wear these shoes...." Read more
"...Very light weight and fits well. This seller got my shoe to me quick and in good condition. I would purchase from this seller again. Thank you." Read more
"A lightweight shoe, with nice width. A bit softer underfoot than most tennis shoes, Good for playing on hardcourt or synthetic grass." Read more
"...the weight is fairly light, and the construction is very solid." Read more
5 customers mention5 positive0 negative
Customers like the shoes for their support and ability to prevent blisters. They say it has great support and they no longer get friction sores on the sides of their feet.
"...I did not have a single blister, there was no pinching - nothing. These shoes are light, airy, and ultra-comfortable...." Read more
"...at the heel keeps my foot securely in place inside the shoe, so no blisters...." Read more
"...It has great support and it saves me from blisters! I've gotten each new model as it changes. 1140, 1150, 1160, etc. I do recommend it! :))" Read more
"...What a difference. I am a walker/jogger and I no longer get friction sores on the sides of my feet...." Read more
First off, I do not consider myself to be a "runner". I just started running this year and am still pretty ignorant with regards to gear and products, etc. I purchased these shoes as a trainer pair - one that I could wear for everyday training on the treadmill and road. They arrived quickly, though only 2 days before my first half marathon, so I was hesitant to wear them for such a long run before properly breaking them in. I wore them anyway - see, I'm like that. Let me just say that after 13.1 miles, my feet were the ONLY parts of my body that didn't hurt. I did not have a single blister, there was no pinching - nothing. These shoes are light, airy, and ultra-comfortable. My feet love me when I wear these shoes. Since I have three more half marathons scheduled for this year, I will now order another pair or two so I don't wear these out too quickly. I love them.
I've used some version of the Asics 1100 line for the past several years. This shoe hasn't made too many changes from their previous design, although I think the forefoot might be a bit more rockered. I have problems with patello femoral pain and plantar fascitis thanks to my fallen arches, which have been getting worse over the years. I tried a heavier, "stability" asics last year but the arch ended up being too low and the whole shoe weighed a ton. These shoes offer a good amount of stability without being made of lead. I particularly like the very firm heel cup assembly, which helps hold your heel in a neutral position. That acts as a "lock" to help keep your arch in place. The forefoot is nice and wide, which is good if you have relatively flat feet like me. Most of the padding is concentrated in the heel, which I've found with pretty much all asics. That means if you strike with your midfoot (which I do), the shoe will wear out faster.
The things I don't like - I do think the forefoot might have too much of a "rockered" bottom, which can change your running stride a bit. I also don't like that they haven't reinforced the mesh on the arch side of your foot. They offer nice increased density foam, but your foot can always "balloon" out the side of the shoe if you are a heavy overpronator.
Overall, for the price and the fact that I knew they would be a good fit, I'm very happy with these shoes. I'm 5'10" about 150lbs, and run less than 30 miles a week on a mix of pavement and trails.
I owned the exact shoes that I purchased in a store a while back. I loved how they fit and that is why I ordered the same pair from you. I am disappointed in the shoes I received from you. They are tighter causing my feet to fall asleep. They seem to be a knock off and not officially made by asics. I say that because there are discolored areas on them and they are stiffer than original ones. Bums me out!
I have purchased other styles of ASICS women's running shoes but these are the best! I do not run but I do walk a lot and they fit so well. There is a nice amount space for your toes so they are not crowded. I have a very narrow foot and I do not have to lace them so tight to have them fit well & not slip on my foot or heel. I also have almost no arch and these have great support for my arch, ball of my foot and heel too. I never pay this much for a pair of "sneakers" but was well worth the cost. Love the style and color too!
I put a lot of pressure on the ball of my foot and my shoes get worn down more in that area after about 2 years. I also roll my ankles quite a bit. I did some research and found that 'stability' shoes would be best, or shoes designed for tennis players.
These shoes were very comfortable from the start. I enjoy wearing them. The mesh keeps a lot of air flowing through, so my foot doesn't sweat as much as with most shoes. I tried on a pair first in a store, to make sure the fit was accurate, since I have never worn Asics. I got my 'usual' size, so I would say that the fit is true to size.
So far, so good, after about 3 weeks.
*************** Edit* 3 months later One shoe has developed a small hole where the tip of my big toe is. I mostly wear them for taking walks and wearing out and about, but nothing major. It is unfortunate, because otherwise they are still very comfortable. The mesh is just really thin in that area. And, I can't return them because it is past the 1 month window.
*************** Edit #2 I have spoken with Amazon's customer service, and they were very helpful in returning the shoe, because I couldn't get in touch with the manufacturer (neither could they).
I am an overpronator. A month ago or two ago I didn't even know what that was. All I knew is that I had two feet that would ache, sometimes "go out" (couldn't walk without limping, etc) and my right hip was very, very achy. While I was at Z-Coil getting orthodic inserts, the saleslady mentioned something about "overpronating"........with a lot of research on line reviewers who overpronate raved about ASICS Gel-1160. It took abut 2 weeks of wearing the sneaker (at which time I almost felt my feet straighten to the middle rather than lean over the sides)before I really noticed an improvement. I can't say for sure that it's the sneaker that is totally helping, but I believe it is. My foot hasn't gone out since I started wearing the sneaker, my hip aches even went away and I'm feeling great. Now I just need to keep track of how long I wear my sneakers as I know once they wear out, my feet issues will return. I am extremely happy with these sneakers!!!
Shoes are not an easy thing to buy over the internet. I went half size up since I am 7.5 got an 8. These shoes are very comfortable and great for working out at the club. Amazon price was better than the competitives so I took a chance and got some good shoes.
