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ASICS GEL-Sustain™ TR

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 9
  • Total Losses: 8
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #2139
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • With a lightweight construction and in-your-face design, the GEL-Sustain™ TR training sneaker from ASICS® lets her maintain her rigorous workouts while looking good doing it!
  • A light, supportive mesh upper with synthetic overlays for excellent durability.
  • Padded collar and tongue.
  • Comfy mesh lining and an EVA insole cushions and offers protection against impact.
  • Traditional lacing closure with metallic eyelets.
  • Ultra flexible EVA midsole for cushioning.
  • Rearfoot GEL® Cushioning System attenuates shock during impact phase and allows for a smooth transition to midstance.
  • AHAR+ (ASICS® High Abrasion Rubber) placed in critical areas of the outsole for exceptional durability.
  • Imported.
  • Measurements:
    • Weight: 7 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 7.5, width B - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 13 reviews)

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

Posted: 2013-02-11 05:27:32
Reviewer: Anonymous from Boston
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Absolutely love these! I wear them exclusively to Zumba and I can push myself further because I don't have to worry about my feet aching or sticking to the floor. There's enough cushion for aerobics but I can still get a good bend in the shoe. They're flexible, comfortable and love the colors and style. I bought a half size up because I always do for workout foot gear. They fit perfect with a little extra room.
Posted: 2013-05-02 11:54:36
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Fits my narrow heel, which is terrific, but this brand runs small. Buy at least 1/2 size bigger than you usually wear.
Posted: 2013-02-24 09:29:07
Reviewer: Jessica
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am obsessed with these shoes. I have had issues with my right foot for the past few years and finally decided that it was time to ditch my cute but unsupported shoes for a more supportive pair. I searched high and low, and, after hearing nothing but good things about Asics, decided on this pair. Not only are unbelievably comfortable, but they are so adorable. I get compliments daily. My job requires me to be standing/walking for the majority of my day, and these shoes make that bearable, even with my foot issues.
Posted: 2013-05-06 17:53:31
Reviewer: Anonymous from York, PA
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Super comfortable! I use them for CrossFit and love the support they give without being bulky!
Posted: 2013-01-10 17:18:45
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Super cute and seem like they would be comfortable if I had ordered the right size. I usually wear a size 8, but my toes touch the top of these shoes and they seem just a tad narrow. I will try an 8.5.
Posted: 2013-02-06 07:44:32
Reviewer: Anonymous from Minneapolis, Minnesota
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Super cute shoes, however, my knees kill after wearing them at Zumba. Wore them to Zumba twice now, once without inserts and it hurt my knees. Then I tried them again putting in some inserts to see if that would cushion with all the jumping - still hurt. I have also worn them with inserts while lifting weights and doing a total conditioning class (which includes some jumping/cardio, but mostly toning) and they worked well. So my suggestion would be, do not use these for anything high impact or dance related. They move on the floor well enough for turns, but provide little cushion. I will continue to use my Nike shoes for Zumba and these for other activities.
Posted: 2013-04-01 15:26:45
Reviewer: Anonymous from Santa Clarita, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoes are very light and comfortable. They "breathe" well so feet don't feel hot when working out. Can't comment as to how this holds up for a runner as I am not, but for gym and cross-training use, I love them.
Posted: 2013-03-29 09:38:16
Reviewer: Dianna from Ankeny, IA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love the look of the shoes. They're great for cross training, but not for running. I should've known this when I bought them but couldn't resist! I use them on the Stairmaster and elliptical and they have so much space in the toes that they never feel cramped. When I try to run in them, though, there is not enough support for my ankles. I have an older pair of Asics running shoes though so I use those the days I run! Overall, a great CROSS TRAINING shoe and they are SO cute! I don't wear tennis shoes unless I'm working out but I would so consider wearing these at other times as well. So fashionable!
Posted: 2013-01-07 19:39:54
Reviewer: LRoy from New Orleans
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Hotness with sensibility! Love how lightweight, yet supportive these shoes are! Contemplating another pair in blue.
Posted: 2013-04-18 07:21:00
Reviewer: Allison G from Park City, UT
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Very cute and comfortable. True to size. Not good for walking long distance though. The material just below the bottom of the laces cut into my toe after about an hour or so of walking in these. But they are great for Crossfit, the gym, etc.

Baffin Apex

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 28
  • Total Losses: 22
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #20771
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • A Baffin classic that's designed for movement in the extreme cold.
  • Protective Timberwolf leather uppers.
  • Waffle insole is specially designed to retain and circulate heat around your foot.
  • 8-layer innerboot with Thermoplush insulation.
  • 2-stage integrated polyurethane base keeps you stable in rough terrain.
  • Premium Polar rubber outsole is able to maintain traction in temperatures that are well below freezing.
  • Rated to keep you comfortable in temperatures down to - 100°C/-148°F.
  • Measurements:
    • Weight: 2 lbs 10 oz
    • Circumference: 16 12 in
    • Shaft: 11 in
  • Product measurements were taken using size 7, width D - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 1 reviews)

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

Posted: 2009-02-18 05:48:12
Reviewer: Dan from Maine
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great Boot - I did not like spending this much money on any footwear, but this is a luxury and necessity item I assure you. I had a similar, almost exact exterior quality boot 20 years old now from a major outdoor retailer who stopped making this high quality type footwear about 10 years ago. This boot is mostly for snow and the occasional hunting wet weather, I could not easily tell if the boots leather is waterproof and doubt it for immersion, but rain and such is fine. I primarily use it for snowmobiling and outdoor activities. I ordered this boot to size on the foot chart. When I got the product I was a little concerned about tightness, but the card on the boot said if the liner fits good out of the boot, it will form to your foot, I was apprehensive, but they were correct. I wouldnt run a race in this boot as it is 1" longer than the normal boot of its size to accommodate the slipper like liner. The only thing I dont like about the boot is the crease tension when sitting extended periods in the crouched position on the snowmobile, but not an issue. This boot is as good as my old boot, the sole is firm at the bottom, but above that it is very rubbery gel like… not an issue just different. Inside is a waffle bed and a reflective liner that add like 1/4" in interior height, these as just free floating and I actually removed them on a warmer day. Above the rubber part of the boot the leather, tie system, look, and fit are quality. The thin inner liner is like a black material, not sure its purpose. The only reason I replaced my old boots is because of age and the thin inner liner adhered to the leather was becoming unattached in places. This boot relies entirely on the entire foot liner and the two inserts for the boots warmth so this should not be an issue years down the road with this boot. This manufacturer has other high quality boots in the same extreme range for a little cheaper with more diverse features and I may have purchased them as well, but they were out of my size here by the time I went to purchase this year. I am convinced this is good footwear and can’t see where I would be wrong. If it ages well, I will be very happy. Oh and warmth is not an issue, I have put this boot on cold over a cold foot with a thin cotton sock and in 20 degree weather snowmobiling and I was toasty within 1 hr.

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