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Onitsuka Tiger by Asics Ultimate 81®

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 656
  • Total Losses: 592
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #7
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • *Vegan styles available in the following colors while supplies last:
    Exclusive! Grey/Black,
    Exclusive! White/Green,
    Exclusive! Black/Glacier Grey,
    Midnight Blue/White,
    Light Grey/Orange,
    Red/Cloud,
    Castle Rock/Yellow,
    Khaki/White,
    Burgundy/White,
    Navy/Lime,
    Cocoa/White/Orange,
    Red/Lemon Yellow,
    White/Jet Black,
    Indian Yellow/Gold
    Blue/Silver

  • Long considered to be the absolute in technical running during the '80s, the Ultimate 81® from Onitsuka Tiger® by ASICS® makes a strong comeback with modern styling that's sure to please old and young alike!
  • Features a lightweight and durable sneaker that's great for any casual setting.
  • Choose from a colorful selection of *vegan, suede, mesh, or man-made fabric uppers for a style all your own.
  • Lightly-padded collar and tongue for comfort, fit and feel.
  • Textile lining with cushioned footbed.
  • Two-tone EVA midsole provides cushioning and support.
  • Rubber outsole for great traction.
  • Measurements:
    • Weight: 11 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size Men's 9, Women's 10.5, width Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 2420 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2011-12-24 05:09:47
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bought this shoes for my son. This is the only brand he will wear. We purchase him a new pair every year for his birthday. They last him all year....he wears them every day. His birthday is about the only time we can get him to travel home to visit...we think it is the shoes.
Posted: 2011-12-05 05:35:13
Reviewer: Dan P from New Jersey
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes were everything I thought they were going to be and I will definitely order more in the future! Just two things to note before you buy: 1) The back of the shoe does go up rather high, so don't wear low cut socks if you want to prevent irritation and 2) the shoes actually appear to be black unless they are in clear light.
Posted: 2011-10-29 07:30:04
Reviewer: Carmen M from Arlington, Washington
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I have been a tiger wearer for nine years and I have never been disappointed with a pair yet. They are comfortable, breathable, and never make my feet hurt and I'm on them twelve hours a day. I highly recommend these shoes.
Posted: 2012-01-01 05:42:11
Reviewer: Mr.Cheetodust from Anywhere there is internet
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These feel good for me when I add my orthotics as I have extremely flat feet these look and wear even better.
Posted: 2012-03-18 13:20:17
Reviewer: Danny W
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great looking shoe. Love the style. Only thing I noticed is certain colorways that use different materials will impact the size. I would pay attention to what is used in the heel area or the toe box (mesh, synthetic leather, etc). The ones with mesh in the inner heel part and mesh in the toe box will fit true to size. On the other hand, the ones with synthetic material in the heel I had to go up half a size. Other than that, awesome casual shoe to wear with jeans or khakis.
Posted: 2011-12-13 11:13:04
Reviewer: Brian G
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes. Are actually BLACK/WHITE not NAVY/WHITE. Look like the picture.
Posted: 2012-03-29 07:32:30
Reviewer: Riley B from Santa Cruz, California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I'm in the eighth grade and I bought these shoes for the mile we run once a week. We record them and are graded by our times (it also gets competitive with the other students). Before I got these shoes I was running in Vans and my Personal Record was 6 minutes 32 seconds. The first mile I ran in these shoes I got a 5 minute 57 second mile time! The second time 5 minute 42 second! Overall these shoes are great for runners; long or short distance. They are very comfortable and I would recommend them to anyone!
Posted: 2012-06-25 08:02:36
Reviewer: Carly from 2Rivers, WI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am very picky about sneakers, because I usually end up keeping them for a long time. Before getting these shoes, I had been wearing the same pair of Tigers (Mexico 66) for about three years. I had also tried (and returned) styles by Keen and Puma before buying these. I wish I would have bought these sooner! They are just what I was looking for -- very comfortable and stylish. They feel way more flexible than my old 66's, which was a welcome change, slightly wider, which also feels great, and they manage to have fair support without looking bulky (I prefer low profile shoes all the way). Also a bonus: they come with an extra pair of laces in an accent color. I also saw a comment about a discrepancy in women's sizing in the official size chart, but I but I followed the official chart and they fit perfectly. Very happy, I definitely recommend these shoes!
Posted: 2012-03-21 16:29:49
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes! I wore these for St. Patrick's Day and I got a lot of compliments. I wear a size 8 in women's shoes and the men's 6.5 were just a bit big but they still worked.
Posted: 2012-03-03 10:04:57
Reviewer: Anonymous from Indianapolis, IN
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are such great shoes I am slowly getting a pair in every color. I needed these all black shoes for an internship and these will be perfect for my 16 hour days on my feet. They typically take a couple weeks to break in. They are really snug when you first try them on, but they will mold to your foot if you start wearing them frequently. Love them!

ASICS GEL-Resolution® 4

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 19
  • Total Losses: 18
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #62570
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • It'll be aces all day with the GEL-Resolution® 4 from ASICS®!
  • Lightweight upper is constructed from a breathable mesh and supportive synthetic leather.
  • Proprietary Flexion Fit™ upper provides form-fitting comfort without sacrificing support.
  • P.H.F.® (Personal Heel Fit) is made up of two layers of memory foam lining the collar and mold to the athlete's heel, creating a personalized fit.
  • Rearfoot and Forefoot GEL® cushioning system better absorbs impacting shock and allows movement in multiple planes as the foot progresses through the gait cycle.
  • Solyte® midsole is lighter than ASICS' standard EVA and SpEVA®. It offers enhanced cushioning and long-lasting wear.
  • Impact Guidance System (I.G.S.®) enhances the foot's natural gait from heel strike to toe off.
  • AHAR® high abrasion rubber place is placed in critical areas of the outsole to provide excellent durability in high-wear areas.
  • Trusstic System® keeps the shoe lightweight for better mobility.
  • Measurements:
    • Weight: 1 lb
  • Product measurements were taken using size 12, width D - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 5 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)

Posted: 2012-04-25 07:04:56
Reviewer: MP4-27 from Bethlehem, Pa.
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoe! Had the Gel Resolution 2 and finally destroyed them. They are great for training, spinning and of course tennis. They do run small as all Asics do so order half size up.
Posted: 2012-03-21 20:41:51
Reviewer: Kicker V from Pensacola, FL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
First, again Zappos made me smile by their unrivaled customer service on this order! Way to go folks! Second, I played about 5 hours today - all on hard courts - and I'm very happy to report that the soles on the Gel Resolution 4 seems to be wearing better (meaning less) than did the Gel Resolution 3. The green out-sole at the toes looks a little silly but it seems tougher than the black rubber that was there on the 3. Very happy! One other note, the insole is also different - and, actually, not particularly to my liking. The 4 has a white material that almost feels like styrofoam or some cousin thereof. I think I preferred the insole material of the 3. But time will tell, I guess. Still, my feet are not sore after today's play - so no real complaint here either.
Posted: 2013-01-19 06:14:15
Reviewer: Chris from CT
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
If your feet hurt from running or playing any sport outdoors...get these sneakers. I use them to play paddle tennis aka platform tennis. The sport can be brutal on your feet if you run hard and don't have the support and appropriate 'give' with your shoes. Great durability and no more pain in my heals after playing. A total game changer.
Posted: 2012-08-17 14:59:39
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I really like these shoes. They work well for me on a variety of surfaces. I went with a half size smaller than some other Asics I use for general training.
Posted: 2012-10-13 19:44:44
Reviewer: Anonymous from Loveland, Colorado
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I use my Asics Gel-Resolution 4 sneakers in the gym almost daily and they have been constantly providing me with outstanding comfort and support. The only problem I have found with these sneakers is that the top lace eyes appear to be a little weak. I took the sneakers to a local shoe repair store and had 12 metal eyelets installed into the lace eyes. Maybe a little unnecessary, but I felt it was necessary since the last pair of Adidas sneakers I bought ripped right through the eyelets. Zappos unconditionally gave me full credit, paid for postage, and I replaced the Adidas with these Asics. I am very pleased with Zappos and their customer care! I will always shop at Zappos.

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