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Osiris NYC83

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 217
  • Total Losses: 215
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #2500
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • Straight from the heart of the NYC83, these bold kicks from Osiris™ are ready to freshen up any look with uptown flavor and downtown soul.
  • Clean uppers of action leather, suede, canvas, and/or synthetic leather.
  • Reinforced in high abrasion areas for superior durability.
  • High top design offers added support.
  • Padded tongue and collar for added comfort and support.
  • Combination lacing system for improved fit and added styling options.
  • Soft molded PU insole with full latex covering for added durability and an improved fit.
  • Exposed EVA midsole for maximum flex, support, and comfort.
  • Cupsole construction for added durability.
  • Abrasion-resistant rubber outsole for durability and enhanced performance.
  • Measurements:
    • Weight: 1 lb 2 oz
    • Circumference: 15 in
    • Shaft: 5 in
  • Product measurements were taken using size 11, width D - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 101 reviews)

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

Posted: 2011-11-03 14:59:21
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These fit great and my son loves them! They seem good and sturdy and will hopefully last him awhile. I was impressed with how quickly they arrived. Great service!
Posted: 2011-10-11 07:25:42
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bought these for my 15 year old son. Seem to fit true to size. He loves them. I wish they had better arch support! Zappos shipping is the best. They came in the blink of an eye.
Posted: 2011-04-24 05:17:32
Reviewer: Lisa U from Germany
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bought these for my daughter. They said to go 2 sizes smaller for a girl but I would say 1 1/2 as they may run a half size small. Over all she absolutely loves them and says they are very comfortable. The colors are exactly what they look like on here.
Posted: 2012-04-13 21:37:01
Reviewer: Anonymous from Oregon
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are awesome! My 15 year old son needs a shoe size bigger than most retail stores carry, so we decided to try Zappos - they made ordering fast and easy and delivery was equally fast. These shoes fit great and are holding up well considering the daily workout they get. Thank you Zappos!
Posted: 2012-02-17 06:08:12
Reviewer: Karen L from Providence, RI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
My son loves Osiris. He can browse the freshest kicks and have the hottest styles delivered right to the front door.
Posted: 2011-12-23 15:36:55
Reviewer: Elijah P from NY, NY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are amazing and I love them and everyone I know loves them, they fit great, look great, and get to you in amazing time. I recommend these shoes to everyone.
Posted: 2011-12-02 13:52:28
Reviewer: James R from Tucson, Arizona
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Osiris always fit to form. The colors are much brighter when you get them. Been rockin' Osiris since 2001.
Posted: 2011-08-10 13:04:43
Reviewer: Tuyen L from Orlando, Florida
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I got my shoes in 4 days! The shoes were in fine condition and I'm rather pleased! I definitely might purchase future shoes from here!
Posted: 2011-06-24 07:00:17
Reviewer: Anonymous from Estell Manor,NJ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes were just as pictured. Zappos shipment is amazing. We needed these fast, and they were delivered overnight!
Posted: 2011-04-20 20:24:09
Reviewer: Anonymous from Northern Michigan
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoe - this will be my second pair that I have purchased. The style is awesome and up to date with modern styles. The only con I have with this shoe is my feet get quite hot in them. The ventilation in the shoe could be better. Overall a great shoe.

Bloch Apex Mid

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 53
  • Total Losses: 35
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #43167
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • Reach the pinnacle of perfection with the Apex Mid!
  • Full-sole sneaker specifically designed for dance fitness.
  • Mid cut offers ankle support.
  • Breathable mesh upper with synthetic overlays adds structure and support without weighing you down.
  • Reinforced toe area when engaged in floor work.
  • Multilayered midsole provides bounce and shock absorption for jumps and landings.
  • High density spin spot better facilitates free movement related to spinning and sliding.
  • Outer outsole acts as a brake when sliding and offers stability in neutral positions as well as quick movements.
  • Measurements:
    • Weight: 8 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 7, width B - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 10 reviews)

Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2012-03-13 12:59:33
Reviewer: Anonymous from NJ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great dance fitness sneaker. Fantastic support and very comfortable! They do run a little narrow so if you have wide feet, go up a half size.
Posted: 2012-04-28 07:47:57
Reviewer: Anonymous from Kenosha, Wisconsin
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I bought this shoe for Jazzercise and I love it. It's very light and has great support. The sole has a nice large pivot area making turns and transitions easy. This shoe runs small so I bought the next half size up and the fit is great.
Posted: 2012-10-03 17:51:31
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (1 Stars) Comfort: (1 Stars) Style: (1 Stars)
Bought for Zumba class because I needed high top for ankle support. Went 1/2 size larger but it was too small. 1 full size larger was too large. Also have used twice in class and the soles are too slick and I slide when I shouldn't. The soles aren't conducive to wood floors. I have other shoes with much better soles. Since I have used I can't return so I am stuck with expensive shoes that I can't use.
Posted: 2013-01-25 14:04:49
Reviewer: Estee from Los Angeles, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great dancing shoe. Really comfortable for my feet. Actually, need to get 1/2 size up from regular size. So not "true to size" but true to the size I need for dancing.
Posted: 2012-12-28 13:17:48
Reviewer: Maria from Washington
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love Zappos for their fantastic return and shipping policies. Unfortunately this is the second Bloch I have ordered and had to return because it runs so darn small. I will order again hopefully third time is a charm.
Posted: 2012-12-18 14:10:00
Reviewer: Lisa from IL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I absolutely love this shoe! This is the second bloch shoe I have tried and both I have loved. I teach Zumba on carpet and this definitely is the shoe that allows for movement without hurting the knees. I like the mid for the extra support. The mid does seem to run even a bit smaller so I would go up even a full size. I went up a half size on the other and did the same when I switched to the mid. They did seem to fit but were a bit snug. Next pair I will go up another half size.
Posted: 2012-10-25 07:40:42
Reviewer: Binderya from NJ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bought these for my Zumba class, since Zumba hi-tops were looking a bit clownish. I ordered two pairs, one a whole size and another half a size up based on the reviews. I wear 8.5 normally and 9.5 were an exact fit with socks. So yes, these shoes do run small. Going to return the size 9 ones. Overall, I love the look of the shoes and yes, they were pretty slippery the first two classes. Now that the bottoms have gotten a bit scuffed, they no longer slide around as much, though these are still a lot better than my regular sneakers which tended to grip the floor and make it harder to do the twists and turns in the Zumba class. These shoes also go really well with the Zumba cargos and capris, so perfect to shimmy and shake in style. ;) The sides are made of thin material, but I guess that's what makes them super light. Also, there is very little arch support, but it works fine since I am flat footed and arches make my feet hurt.
Posted: 2012-07-23 16:25:20
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoe, but had to return it...it ran at least 1/2 size too short. I am a true 10 so could not go up a size. Used to always wear black Avias for aerobics, but they don't seem to make them anymore...searching for the perfect replacement.
Posted: 2013-05-19 22:05:05
Reviewer: Anonymous from San Francisco Bay Area
Overall: (1 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (3 Stars)
I am an instructor and I bought this for my Zumba and Bollywoord Aerobics classes. These shoes are ok for low impact workouts but be aware, they do not offer enough support. I ended up with plantar fasciitis after using these for a few months. These shoes are great for lateral movement but I strongly recommend sports insoles. They are also a pain to get on and off as they run narrower in the toe box. I had to really loosen the laces quite a bit to get my feet in, and then tighten them all the way to get the right fit. That is time consuming!
Posted: 2012-07-25 15:39:22
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (1 Stars) Comfort: (1 Stars) Style: (3 Stars)
The style itself was cute, but seemed like it was cheaply made. The sole looked as though it had been worn to hundreds of classes already. I ordered a full size up and could not even wiggle my toes. Sending them back as soon as my return label prints.

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