Customer Reviews Bloch Boost DRT Mesh Dance Sneaker

Shoe runs very small. I wear a size 9 but because of previous reviews I bought the 11, and it fits very well! I can wear comfortable socks with them or not. Other than sizing, I really like these shoes, so much easier to use than tennis shoes .

I really wanted to love these shoes, but decided not to keep them, because I could not feel any arch support, and could feel the line of heel cup under the back of my arch. They just weren't comfortable enough to keep and try out in my Zumba class. I'm really surprised by how many people say that they have lots of arch support for very high arches, because I don't think I have high arches at all, and couldn't feel any support. I usually wear a 9, and ordered both a 9 1/2 and a 10. The 10 was a good fit, so I didn't even try on the 9 1/2, but my teenage daughter, who wears an 8 tried them on and didn't like their arch support either, though they fit her on length and width.

I have flat feet. I must be different then most because I need flat shoes for my feet not to hurt. This shoe has a high arch. too much for me. Cute shoe though.

I bought these shoes as an exact replacement for another pair of Blochs I had worn out. I was so disappointed that the sizing had changed, or there was a manufacturing defect in the right shoe, and not enough room in the toe box--just the right shoe. I went ahead and wore them thinking I would eventually break them in. That was silly on my part. It never happened. Anyway, it's very uncomfortable dancing in them and now I'm looking for a different pair; however, the sizes are so weird on Blochs I don't know what I'm buying so I may go back to Nike. I'm so disappointed because the previous pair I owned (exactly like these!) were awesome.

I have been wearing these shoes to Zumba and dance classes for about three months now. The first time I wore them, without any supports inside the shoes, I was very surprised to find my knees hurting! I didn't expect that. Once I added my own (store-bought) arch and heel support, it was much better but of course, I don't have as much room in the shoe. Overall it is comfortable, but I don't like the hard plastic bottom of these shoes. I didn't mind having to find the right size, since the shoe does run small, but to me they are clunky. For those of you with wide feet, the mesh takes care of that - no need to worry about a wide width. However, I am seriously considering getting another pair just so I don't have to wear these all of the time.

They felt very hard to walk in, let alone even try to do zumba in. The split sole just was not for me. I loved the color, though.

I considered this shoe for zumba but I'm confused about sizing. Instead of an exchange, I'm returning as I don't want to play a guessing game with sizes through mail order. I'm not sure if dance shoes normally make so much noise on flooring. I was looking for a good zumba shoe, didn't want it to be "loud." Sad, because it seemed like a great supportive dance sneaker.

So very disappointed. I should have heeded the reviews,but instead I ordered my regular size because I wanted the pink. WAY too small. So, back they go.

I bought these for line dancing. I do like the arch support but the soles are not slick enough for turns like the Capezio, so unfortunately have to return them even though I like the support and cushioning better.

The pink runs a half size smaller than the black. I wear 6.5 or 7 in street shoes. I wear a 8.5 in the black, but a 9.0 in the pink!

Orders one size bigger than my shoe size and the fit was perfect. As a newer dancer, the split sole felt a bit too unstable. I'll definitely try these again as I gain experience.

I had high hopes for these shoes, but they just didn't work out for me. Most people seem to love them and there are tons of great reviews, but for someone who needs arch support, this may not be the shoe for you. I was really disappointed because so many people seem to rave about them, and they're more attractive than some of the other dancy type shoes!

I am a wide 7.5- I had to buy 1.5 sizes up. It fit well. I used it for Tracy Anderson Method and for Zumba. Tested them out. I loved the heel support and flexibility but I have to say that there is NO support in the toe box, which I don't understand. Most dance cardio is on the TOES and therefore I am looking for a shoe that has extra support in the pad of the foot up front. Very let down that a DANCE SHOE COMPANY hasn't figured that one out yet...

I am overweight and have been doing Zumba since August, but my generic running shoes were cutting off the circulation in my toes during class. I bought these due to great reviews and was initially pleased with the comfort. My only initial complaint was that they appeared bulky at the ankles, but they seemed to still provide good ankle support. They definitely have more flexibility and comfort in the toe and foot, giving me great range of motion for Zumba. The sole also has a great grip/slide ratio so I can do turns easily, but not slip all over the floor. However, after trying these out for three months, I have determined that they do not have enough arch support. Since the sole is split, technically they have no arch support, but I did not notice that right away. My arches have been hurting after class and I think it is time for me to move on to try some new shoes. That is a shame since I have these gently used Bloch Boosts taking up space in my closet.

I am a plus size girl that LOVES to do Zumba. I have been on a mission to find the perfect shoe for this. I thought I hit the jackpot with this shoe, but that was not the case. They started to hurt soon after wearing them along the spot where there is no sole...between the toes and heel. 3/4 through a Zumba class, I could not feel my toes. I have not experienced any feeling like this in my other shoes. It was not until I tried a class in these that I learned they are not the ones for me. Back to the drawing board I go....

Can’t get these to fit.

The fit was off by at least 1 1/2 sizes. Waaay too small

Runs very very very small!!!!

I read the reviews and they were very helpful. I'm a 5 and I ordered a 6 and they fit. They are a little weird looking. The lace ties too low and doesn't give the ankles any support. I have to return these because the right shoe has a clicking/suction sound on the right heel. I thought at first there was something at the bottom of the shoe that was sticking to the floor but there was not. And that is why I need to return these. :(

I bought these to wear to my salsa dancing class. I did a lot of research on which size to buy and got a 10 according to the recommendation by Zappos and other reviewers. I normally wear 8.5 to 9 (9 in Nike Women's) and have a fairly wide feet. I wanted to wear thick socks with the shoes, so I sized up to 10. 10 feels too big even with thick socks but the shoes are too narrow for me to wear even thicker socks. The problem is that the lacing doesn't go up far enough for me to cinch the top of the arch without cutting off circulation to the rest of the feet. I am swimming in these shoes! In addition, the sole is too grippy for turns even though there is a pivot point. I am very disappointed but I cannot return it as I've already worn the shoes to class twice.

Agree with other reviews - so small - but look like if they were the correct size, they would be comfortable.

Beautiful shoe, but NARROW!

OK, what's up with the sizing of these shoes? I normally wear and 5.5, six at the most. I reordered up to a 6.5 and they are still too tight! I'm going to try a seven this time and see what happens. I really do like these shoes, but the sizing is way off.

This is a comfortable shoe but I found it 1 1/2 sizes too short. I've ordered 2x and am afraid to try it again

I bought these shoes for Zumba because they were highly recommended. I have worn them to 2 classes. I had to take them off both times and finish in my socks. I have been doing zumba for 3 years and wore several brands of regular sneakers/running shoes to class. NONE of them ever hurt my feet and calves as bad as these things. The numerous issues that I noticed... 1) there is NO arch support even though some people said it was great. The shoe actually bends in half at the arch, its flexible not supportive. 2) the inside soles aren't attached so they come out and move around easily. 3) the thick heel caused terrible aching in the heels of my feet. 4) the shoes are very low cut so they feel like they are going to fall off. The only positive I found was that they do pivot very well, which is necessary for zumba. However, I can buy slides to go over my other shoes that will help with that. So sorry that I wasted my money.