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adidas Originals Samba

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 66
  • Total Losses: 55
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #20043
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • For more than five decades, the Samba has reigned as an iconic football style. Now, adidas is celebrating the vintage construction by adding new colors to the '70s Samba 1900, bringing a fresh look to a perennial favorite.
  • Full grain leather upper for comfort and soft feel.
  • Textile lining for comfort.
  • Gum rubber outsole for grip and style.
  • Weight: 13.5 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size Men's 9, Women's 10.5. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 105 reviews)

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

Posted: 2010-04-05 10:51:33
Reviewer: Anonymous from New Orleans, LA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe looks great and is a great choice for anyone looking for a retro styled shoe. Shoes feels about a half size larger once it’s broken in however. If you like classic Adidas, get these!
Posted: 2010-03-19 15:24:39
Reviewer: Tony M from West Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Excellent mix of comfort and style - I recently wore these to a week long business conference. I'm an executive and matched these in black with a pair of chinos, dress shirt and blazer. I actually had two people complement me on my choice in shoes as they complained that their shoes were killing them. Keep in mind they are designed as a soccer shoe- so yes, they will be a bit more snug. If you barely fit into the size your normally order you might go 1/2 size larger. I do find they are very slippery on tile when wet.
Posted: 2010-03-02 04:40:15
Reviewer: Victoria N
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are my 3rd pair of adidas in just under two years! My last two pairs were superstars however I decided to opt with something different. Both my sisters wear adidas sambas so I bought a pair to. They need a few days to loosen up but once they do they are very comfortable. I can even wear them to work since mine are black. As for the fit, they seem to fit true to size. However, I found them to be a bit narrow. It would probably be best to go up half a size if you have a wider foot. I normally wear a size 7 ladies US but had to return for a 7 and half US ladies. Maybe it was just me because my feet are small and wide lols. Service was great as usual I haven't had any problems with Zappos. I look forward to buying my next pair online soon!
Posted: 2010-02-01 15:13:39
Reviewer: David S from Sherman Oaks, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Order these shoes, got them super fast, Zappos always delivers quickly. As far as the shoes, they look great, built well, and I've been wearing them around the house for a few hours and they already feel pretty well broken in. I got a size 12, and I'd say they feel absolutely true to size. The arch feel good, I am used to wearing Chuck Taylor's and Simple's, so for me its a nice amount of arch, not to big but definitely there.
Posted: 2010-01-20 07:49:37
Reviewer: Phil K from Long Island, New York
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I purchased the Adidas Samba as my go to everyday use footwear for my semester in Dublin, Ireland. These kicks are a classic, fit well, and are useful in a wide variety of circumstances. They have seen me through numerous weekend trips, late nights at the pub, and the dreaded walk to an early class. I have also found they are a great go to for cycling as well, and clean up nicely if they get a bit muddy. The Samba does it all. My only negative comment would be the arch support. The support is fine in most situations but I did find them lacking a bit when I had a great distance to walk. I would not go hiking in them, but anything else, put a pair of Samba's on my feet.
Posted: 2010-01-20 07:39:12
Reviewer: Armando from Georgia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These sneakers are comfortable as well as inexpensive. Zappos is by far the best option for on-line sneaker/shoe shopping. I am a satisfied customer who will be a loyal zappos shopper for life!!!
Posted: 2010-01-16 19:12:32
Reviewer: Lior T from Norfolk CT
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are awesome. I used to wear skater shoes because they were comfortable, but these are soo much more so, better looking, and just overall great. I wear them running, for soccer, formal events, really anything. I lost the first pair after about a year, and bought a second. There's a reason it's a classic.
Posted: 2010-01-16 10:36:03
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I was very happy with my recent purchase at Zappos. The price was less than the manufacturer's online price, the shipping was free. The sneakers were perfect and they arrived very quickly.
Posted: 2010-01-14 06:35:14
Reviewer: Malissa F from Philly
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I can't go wrong with this classic. My son loves his Sambas. He has become a loyal Zappos fan, who delivers his shoes to his door faster than his mom can find the time to take him to the mall.
Posted: 2010-01-14 06:09:53
Reviewer: Anonymous from Los Angeles, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
My boyfriend has had the same pair of Sambas for the past 10 years, so I decided to buy him a new pair for Christmas. He loved them and wears them almost every day. He says they are way more comfortable and cushiony than his old ones, and he\'ll probably wear them for the next 10 years! I\'m thinking of getting a pair for myself, too. A great, comfortable, stylish, everyday shoe that goes with almost everything.

Rieker L7160 Eike 60

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 10
  • Total Losses: 15
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #23707
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • Slip into something comfortable in the sporty L7160 Eike 60 from Rieker®.
  • Rich leather upper features the Rieker-TEX® water-resistant membrane, to help keep your feet dry.
  • Soft suede upper with contrast stitching and side goring for easy on/off wear.
  • Textile insole provides cushioning and support in order to reduce leg fatigue.
  • Durable synthetic outsole maintains traction and grip to ensure a steady stride.
  • Heel Height: 1 in
  • Shaft: 8 12 in
  • Circumference: 11 12 in
  • Weight: 11 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 39 (US Women's 8-8.5). Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 3 reviews)

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

Posted: 2011-12-14 10:21:37
Reviewer: Alexandra D from Long Island, NY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these shoes! I've been having foot problems and thought I was doomed to wear sneakers for all time, but after wearing these every day for about a month, no more foot pain! They're cute and sporty looking, sorta euro-chic. And best of all, because my pain has gone away, now I can wear my fancy shoes when I have to dress up. I usually wear a 9.5 in flats/low heels and the 41 is perfect. FYI, I have a pair of Rieker snow boots in the same size that are a tiny bit snugger than these are. Not a lot, just means I wear thicker socks with these and thinner socks with the boots.
Posted: 2011-11-04 06:43:03
Reviewer: Anonymous from Boston, MA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This shoe is very comfortable overall. They're a little wide for me in the heel, but my heels are very narrow. I agree with the earlier reviewer who stated that the shoe is very warm, so they're probably better for the winter.
Posted: 2010-11-15 05:40:23
Reviewer: Kies from Wisconsin
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (2 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
So, I thought this was the perfect slip on shoe in a pretty color and nice style. But it is not good for medium to long distance walking. The sole gets blazing hot and I have to stop or take shoe off. I love everything else about it. I guess short distances are fine.

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