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84% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
80% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Moderate arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
adidas Originals Rod Laver
Number of reviews: 103
Average customer ratings:
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2008-11-19 11:54:36 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Michelle
from Seattle
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Perfect shoe -
Love this shoe. I have them in 4 colors now. I am a pretty true women's 7 and I ordered a 4.5 and they fit great.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Puma
2008-09-18 06:29:36 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Cape Cod, MA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great comfort without all the bells and whistles - I love these sneakers. They are like what I used to wear. It's so hard to find this type of thing now. Comfy, simple, basic white that looks great with everything. So many sneakers have too much now - and so many colors I get dizzy. If you're looking for something to just walk in, play tennis, go shopping – whatever. These are great! If you want to run a marathon - THEN go get the fancy jogging sneaks!
2008-07-31 06:33:43 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from DC
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great shoe - I would recommend buying a half size larger than you think you need. Mine squeeze my toes just enough to make it slightly uncomfortable. If I had gotten a 9 instead of an 8.5 I doubt I'd have this problem. Otherwise they're great. And so good looking!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Puma
2008-07-20 09:27:04 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Boston
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Total customer satisfaction - My mom picked these out for me. I liked the way they looked in the picture. She said they would be cooler in the summer too because of their construction. She was right. I love my sneakers. They look great with shorts. (We bought socks that fit below the ankle.)
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Jack Purcell
2008-07-15 08:25:11 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from New York, NY
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Awesome shoe, awesome service -
I ordered a pair on Friday afternoon and they arrived on Monday afternoon at no additional shipping charge. The shoes look really cool and are very comfortable. Order a size or half-size up, though, as they do run a big small. For the price, these are a bargain.
2008-07-09 16:44:01 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Ed
from San Francisco, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Classic looks but very uncomfortable -
These shoes look great just like they always did but I don't remember them being so uncomfortable. After wearing them for about an hour my feet start to burn. Honestly, I can't wear these for any great length of time. Oh well, maybe they just need a good long break-in period.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Puma Suede's!
2008-07-08 11:07:12 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Brian
from Washington DC
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Classic cool look, slick sole -
I really like the classic look and style of the shoe, the only down side is the sole of the shoe, I feel like I am walking on slick plastic instead of rubber with some traction. Let's face it I bought them for the retro look and occasional wear, not everyday, so they meet the need.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Chucks and Stan Smiths
2008-06-25 06:35:52 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Bridgeport, CT
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Rod Laver is an awesome shoe -
This shoe, like every other Adidas I have… from the classic shelltoes to the Nastases are some of the most comfortable & easy to clean shoes out there. You can actually just put some fresh new white laces on & give them a wipe down & they look brand new. I wear all kinds of Adidas throughout spring, summer & fall. I buy a couple of pairs of each color every season from Zappos & I have never had any issues. Shipping is always quick & the product is always in perfect condition when it arrives. Zappos is awesome with a sick level of customer service.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: All the Rod Lavers are excellent. Nastases & of course the classic shelltoe. These are all some of the best summer shoes.
2008-06-10 05:58:55 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
B B
from Danville, Cali
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Surprisingly comfortable -
I love the look. Thought I was going to only be able to wear for short periods of time as I have plantar fasciitis. But they feel great and I can wear them all day.
2008-06-09 00:55:41 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Chad
from Columbia SC
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Hard to keep clean!
These shoes are quite comfortable. I have no qualms there. However, they have proven to be very hard to keep clean. The laces become blackened by the metal eyelets and the mesh fabric accumulates dirt and grime very easily. In addition, the sole is comprised of a more lightweight foam rubber than is traditionally used in athletic shoes. As a result the sole will tear up easily. These shoes are only for casual wear and not for actual competitive tennis!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Saucony, New Balance, adidas
2008-06-07 13:21:26 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Michigan
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Good shoes and great service -
I haven’t worn sneakers in a while and decided to by some Lavers. Nice, comfortable, light shoe. I had to return the 8.5 and get a 9. Seriously, order a half size up. The Zappos staff was great and the shipping was very fast.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Merrell
2008-05-30 16:36:28 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Manchester
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
These are (as everyone else attests) an awesome trainer. I was pretty surprised how comfy they were as I'd tried on a pair of my mates a few years ago and they felt horrible. The worst part though is that the nylon mesh fabric has become soaked with disco fudge and they just look really patchy and dirty.
2008-05-03 09:45:16 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Colorado
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great shoes, but not for tennis -
I bought these shoes because I wanted a comfortable pair of shoes that I could wear everyday, and occasionally use on the tennis court. They are really comfortable and feel great, however they are most definitely not tennis shoes. I used them once on the court and already wore through the green coloring on the front and I am kind of worried that a few more tennis matches might put a hole in them. If you are thinking about buying these with tennis in mind especially frequent use on the court look somewhere else. If you are buying them for style and comfort then they are great.
2008-04-27 17:44:59 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Washington DC
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great shoe!!!
When the summer comes around nothing like a canvas shoe. Thicker sole provides more comfort that other more trendy brands and they can be washed. My Dad wore these when was young and they are still around. Nuff said!!
2008-04-25 18:39:49 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from NYC and AZ
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Excellent! Ordered on Friday, received early Monday!!!!
Classic shoe, I ordered late in afternoon Friday and Zappos sent me an email saying they would get it out that same day and shipping was FREE!!!!! Great customer service. Thank you.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Stan Smith, Vans
2008-04-08 06:16:44 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Boston
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Timeless -
Still relevant, always comfortable, and just odd enough to stand out just a bit.
2008-03-28 16:11:15 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Minnesota
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Uncomfortable, cheap materials -
I have never owned a pair of Adidas shoes before. I have heard good things, so I thought I would give them a shot. The Rod Lavers were uncomfortable and I thought the materials used were sub-par. I broke my ankle and had to have surgery a couple years ago, so I have been wearing really supportive New Balances ever since. I experience no pain in my ankle and haven't for some time. However, after walking around in these shoes for 10-15 minutes, my ankle started to hurt. I went ahead and exchanged them, decided to give Adidas another shot and go with the Superstar IIs. That is a nice shoe... comfy and the materials are what I would have expected. More stylish than the Lavers, too, in my opinion.
2008-03-22 09:31:12 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Bert
from Calabasas, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Amazing, after all these years -
Bought my first pair 30 years ago. I have been buying them, on and off since then. They never wear out. I still get compliments on them. They stay white and bright for a long time. They do every thing very well, probably the best athletic shoe ever made...
2008-03-04 06:38:06 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Chicago
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Nothing unexpected -
Shoes took a little while to break in, now they are comfortable. I wouldn’t play too many 5 setters at Roland Garros in these guys, but they are perfect alternatives to Purcells. Zappos is amazing and I will do all that I can to buy from them in the future.
2008-02-05 13:31:08 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Lisa
from San Diego, California
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
I like them!
Very comfortable sneakers. I wear them for both work and hanging out with my friends. My only complaints are that they feel REALLY stiff and fit a bit snug when new, however after a week of wear they break in and feel great.
2008-01-31 12:35:11 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Steph B
from Washington DC
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
A comfortable classic -
A little stiff at first, but with regular wear, break in smoothly and maintain good support. As a casual shoe, they are comfortable enough for all day wear and breathe well. If you are someone who often finds themselves between sizes, order up.
2008-01-17 10:12:30 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Chuck
from Detroit, MI
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
The best of the best -
Sharp, simple and durable these are the words that describe my all time favorite shoe.
I have owned 5 pairs of Laver's the first was a pair of blue leather I owned them for two years, in that time I spilled kool-aid on them since they were stained I decided to make them my work shoes. The best lasted one year of service and were intact, so I bought another pair, and another. These are high quality shoes at a very reasonable price.
2008-01-10 02:07:21 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Li
from Medford, Oregon
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great shoe -
They are so comfortable and good for any occasion. I just wish they offered more color variety. From now on I will buy my shoes here. Thanks Zappos!
2008-01-07 16:11:29 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Florida
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
My 21 year old son was very happy with this shoe.
I needed a size 14 and you had a good selection. He liked this shoe a lot.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: nike and converse
2007-12-23 18:49:45 adidas Originals Rod Laver
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Knoxville, TN
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Fantastic Shoe !!!!!!!!!
I LOVE THIS SHOE !!!!!!!
The only thing that could be better is if it were to be offered in more colors.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: None - Buy this one for sure
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