Brooks Ariel® SKU: #7656060

Karen

from Oregon

My Third Pair - I've been purchasing this shoe for the last 8 years and am now on my third pair---not because the first two wore out but because I've walked three 3-day Walks for Breast Cancer and having a new pair of shoes in which to train is good motivation. Obviously, I love this shoe because I keep purchasing it---same brand, same model, same size.

Brands I'd also recommend: MBT Shoes

Anonymous

from Baytown, TX

Brooks Ariel - These shoes are comfortable, airy, and offer great support. I have to give it a two star rating on comfort because they are not comfortable because they are not wide enough even though I ordered a wide. I wore them because I evacuated hurricane Ike with them, and ended up with blisters on my small and neighboring toe. I passed on my New Balance 1123's because they have such bad odor even when new. Next time, I will try an extra-wide, and they may be the perfect shoe.

Nancy F

from Little Falls, New Jersey

Good Shoes for Flat-Footed Over-Pronators! I've had flat feet all my life... I leave "duck" prints on board walks, but I never had a problem until recently. Age has caught up and the over-pronation started to bother my knees and hips. I needed to find a shoe that was more comfortable and this one fits the bill. It has good support and cants my feet slightly in an outer direction. Seems to work.

Maggie M

from Alabama

Snazzy - I feel so much cleaner now in my bright, new shoes. Originally, I didn't want this shoe as it was significantly whiter than my older Brooks Ariel pair. However, I like them. I just hope I can keep them clean! They are very comfortable. I use orthotics because my arch is very high and they fit into this shoe just dandy.

Brands I'd also recommend: The Aetrex Essence Suede/Leather Lace Up shoe worked well for me to wear with black cargo pants.

Anonymous

from Newnan, GA

My podiatrist recommended "Brooks" brand shoes. When I researched Ariel was the best for the "pronation" problem I now live with. When I went to a local department store I was given only 1 choice. I purchased them as it was part of my new regimen. Since then I ordered these from Zappos...which came the next day...and they have become my favorite shoes. I can work all day in them, still be able to stand and make dinner and not be crying with pain. They are very attractive. I will be ordering more Brooks and definitely from Zappos.

Brands I'd also recommend: Merrell

Anonymous

from God's Country, Upper Michigan

Nice! Great support in arch and ankle, nice sock lining makes the mesh a bit more tolerable, good toe room. I have PF and a heel spur and this shoe is the only thing I am able to tolerate. I wear my orthotic w/the shoe. I did order it 1/2 size larger than I normally wear and it was a perfect fit. Great customer support, thanks Zappos Team!

Brands I'd also recommend: Asics

Anonymous

from Seattle, WA

Brooks Ariel - The shoes are so fabulous. They were recommended by our Podiatrist, and they have excellent support in all ways. I also appreciate Zappos fabulous shipping. The item came fast! Highly recommend these shoes and Zappos.

Anonymous

A little different than I thought - This is a great shoe. I already had a pair of Ariels in lime green and white and wanted a different color; however, I was disappointed that this pair seemed a little tighter than my original pair even though they are the same size! Perhaps they will stretch out a little as time goes by. They are not uncomfortable just a little snug. This is a fantastic shoe if you are flat-footed like I am. I must wear an orthotic in one shoe and a brace on the other so finding a shoe that fits and is comfortable is very tough. I am very pleased with this shoe in spite of the slight imperfect fit. Make sure your foot is measured by a professional if you have any foot problems.

Brands I'd also recommend: Easy Spirit Booties with your orthotic.

Anonymous

from Oregon

Brooks are fabulous - I had been buying Brooks shoes for quite a while then stopped. I went back to them again this summer because I was walking a lot. They are great shoes. This pair is a little wider and longer than my other pair. In general they are the best tennis shoes I have found. Just double check your size. I could have gone down a ½ size and could have probably worn a medium in this style. Just my thoughts.

Anonymous

from Chicago, IL

Greatest shoe ever made - This is my 10th pair. If they ever stop making the Ariel, I will buy their last 50 pairs. If you have back, knee, or foot problems, this is your shoe. This shoes support and stability has no rival. Buy a 1/2 size larger than you normally wear. Prepare to be very happy.

Brands I'd also recommend: Keen

Anonymous

from San Francisco, Ca

Very comfortable - I received these shoes the next day! I wore them around the house to try them out. Had to run to the store 5 blocks and forgot that I had them on. Fits well with my orthodics.

Anonymous

from Iowa

Comfortable - These shoes fit from get go and are so comfortable. The extra cushion really feels great they have improved this new shoe.

Anonymous

from Boston, MA

Great sneaker - I love Brooks shoes - they're the only sneakers I wear to work out in. The Ariel is a great shoe, though last year's green version was slightly more comfortable straight out of the box. I still really like them and will buy another pair when these wear out.

Brands I'd also recommend: mephisto, born, naot, ariat

Vicki C

from Walla Walla,Washington

Real help for heel pain - This shoe has helped with my heel pain better then any other shoe! I stand all day long and have worn them everyday for 2 weeks.

Brands I'd also recommend: Clarks

Anonymous

from Pasadena, MD

My new favorite sneaker - I wear this shoe as much as possible. I suffer from severe wide flat feet, and have developed back pain from a car accident. This shoe helps with all of the above. I find myself coordinating my outfits so that I can wear this shoe.

Anonymous

from North Carolina

Extreme cushioning - Very cushioned and supportive shoe. Nice wide toe box, but not too wide in heel as many wide widths shoes are.

Brands I'd also recommend: Montrail Hardrock

Hilary

from Icy New England

Saving my knees - These are the best shoes for those of us that have issues with pronation and knees that bend inward. I love when they are brand new...feelin good. Keep on moving.

Anonymous

from San Rafael, California

Can’t live without them - Despite being excellent running shoes, they also are great for those of us that work on our feet all day. I have trouble finding shoes that are truly comfortable, but ever since I discovered the Ariel, I've been wearing them, about 6 or 7 years now. My trouble zone is my heel - if you wear mostly mules or backless shoes, this may fit the bill for your running or walking shoe.