Customer Reviews Merrell Encore Gust
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79%"Felt true to size"
89%"Felt true to width"
60%"Moderate arch support"
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The sell point of this shoe was the shank/arch...guess my pair missed this. After 2 weeks felt like I was standing in a hole, terrible support. Not true to marked size or width. Not happy about spending the money.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance 801 & Dunham Parkland
Jake P, Zappos Customer,
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Ordered these for my husband to wear working. He's a carpenter, so needs a sturdy shoe that bends, and being able to easily kick them off on ebtering clients' homes is another plus. He's owned several pairs of Merrells over the years, but I attempted to order cheaper clogs elsewhere. They immediately went back to be replaced by good old Merrells. There's nothing like them!
Carol, Zappos Customer,
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I first was introduced to this shoe at a shoe store miles away from my home. I am a hairstylist and I stand on my feet for long periods of time. I needed a shoe that would give me that all day support. I wear a women’s 13, but can never find much of selection in my size. Merrell’s doesn’t carry my size in women’s, but this shoe can be considered unisex. At the shoe store I was also fitted for an orthotic size L to replace the removable insole. I get an 11 1/2 in men, which runs a little big to allow room for the orthotic. I was glad to find both items at Zappos and I have been ordering ever since! It saves time and money! Shipping is exceptional and they have A-1 customer service!!! I’m loving the rewards!!!
KTOP, Zappos Customer,
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Perfect dog-walking shoe. Easy on, easy off and very comfortable. Sizing & quality consistent with other Merrell shoes - you can't go wrong with Merrell.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have several of these Gusts in different colors, even a fleece lined shoe for winter mornings. The new one replaces an old pair that must be 15 years old. I re-glued the soles several times; they're virtually indestructible. They now look battle fatigued and will make great garage shoes. It's an incredible shoe. Highly recommended. Yes, I have other versions of Gust which are presentable and worn with business dress clothes....
Larry, Zappos Customer,
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I am a tall woman with a wide foot. I usually wear a women's 10 Wide (sometimes Extra-wide) though they are hard to find. I bought these shoes for casual wear with jeans, and was worried that they might look too much like a guy's show. But they're fine. I'm very happy with my purchase. I've even gotten compliments on them!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I had a pair of these shoes that lasted several years. When I finally replaced them with a new pair, I remembered why I got them the first time. Amazingly comfortable whether you are on your feet all day or just want a casual pair of shoes for driving or around the house. They are now also a part of my business casual attire.
Thom, Zappos Customer,
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This is second pair I've bought for my husband and he loves them. He has become a Merrell devotee and will wear nothing else (except his Keen sandals). We love Zappos! The very best customer service ever!
I'd also recommend:
Keen, Clarks
Deborah R, Zappos Customer,
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I bought these for my husband - his third pair. He doesn't wear anything but Merrell's when he's at home or even casual business.
He has them in black, brown and the stretchy fabric for summer. Loves them!
I'd also recommend:
ecco
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I bought these shoes for my husband, he really like them and they are a top quailty shoe.
I'd also recommend:
Timberland and Born
Elois L, Zappos Customer,
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Most comfortable pair of shoes I have ever purchased. And delivered exactly as promised.
Randy N, Zappos Customer,
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I have had the Merrell Encore Gust for about a month. I use them for work. They are comfortable on the hard floors for long shifts at work. I will buy more of these!
I'd also recommend:
Keen
Richard S, Zappos Customer,
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This is my second pair of Merrells, and turns out the comfort was not a fluke. This second pair is just as comfortable as the old, worn-out pair I just retired.
I'd also recommend:
I also enjoy Dansko
Jim S, Zappos Customer,
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Bought for my surgeon husband who is on his feet all day. This shoe gives him such comfortable support, he stopped complaining of aching heels/feet at the end of a long day.
I'd also recommend:
Clarks, Ecco, Borg
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The most comfortable shoe I have ever worn. The easy to take on and off. Especially nice wear for airplane travel. Goes well with business casual dress.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This is not the first pair of these that I have owned. The reasons being that they are comfortable, fit well, and wear like they don't ever want to give up. Actually, the only reason I still don't have my other three pairs is because I had a house fire and lost all of my clothes and shoes. True to size and feel great!
I'd also recommend:
Asolo, Merrell
Richard B, Zappos Customer,
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These are comfortable shoes. Love the slip-on feature. I have owned several pairs of Merrell shoes similar to this style and they have always been great shoes. I do swap out the insoles with Superfeet in Berry for better arch support.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Had to get a size and 1/2 larger.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable and convenient shoes. Soft leather. My feet are narrow (B-C) so collar padding needed to be added to secure the fit; but I mostly expected that. Main knock for me is that the footbed liner makes my feet sweat somewhat.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Very comfortable, very good arch support. I had a similar model prior to these that spoiled me and these fall a bit short but are still very good. They look nice, quite nice supple leather, and go okay slightly dressed up or casual with jeans, etc. I used the prior pair in winter; high heel kept my feet out of the snow. Only complaint is they squeak a bit when I walk. I hope that goes away. The air cushion offers good cushion when walking. With thick socks they are snug, with thin ones, a bit loose and airy. Overall, I am pleased.
Michael S, Zappos Customer,
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These are incredibly comfortable. I seem to wear them all the time. I love that they slip on and off so easily, and yet are totally comfortable for walking around in all day. A lot of the slip on's seem to fall off as I walk, or not provide enough support to use as more than slippers, but these are great as shoes and slippers, which for me is perfect.
Daigan G, Zappos Customer,
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These are great shoes. They came in a flash and fit well. The only problem is that they are not as non-skid as my last pair of Merrells were. If that is not too big of a need, this shoe is comfortable and gives great support.
KELLY H, Zappos Customer,
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My husband had a pair of the Merrell Encores that were getting worn out so we tried to replace them but - no luck. The 1st attempt was the same size as his older ones, a 9, they were way too big so Zappos sent us an 8 1/2, that one was too small, sounds like something out of Goldilocks huh? Anyhow, am returning both pair as the fit is off. Also, Encore Gust has a much squarer chopped off toe so that may be the problem. I guess Merrell has revamped the style and it no longer works.
Susan S, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
I'm a surgeon on my feet for hours and hours at a time. I finally wore out ?7 year Merrels. These are equal and perfect for the operating room.
Dean,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Merrell
I bought my first pair of men's Encore Gust in 2002, just after my lumbar fusion surgery. They were the most comfortable, shock absorbing, non-slip shoes I had ever owned. Best of all, I could just step into them without the pain of bending over. Since that first pair, I've bought a total of 4 or 5 more pairs, the last of which was the very last pair of browns on Merrell's website (luckily, they were my size). I wear these year round, regardless of the weather or temperature, so imagine my reaction when I went to buy a new pair last year and discovered that they'd been discontinued. I was not only disappointed, I was deeply upset and a bit scared of what I'd be able to replace them with.
I really wish the Executives at Merrell would put on a pair of the mesh Encores (Breeze?) and take a morning stroll through a dew covered yard... are your feet wet yet? Now, get them dirty and try to clean them.
I saw the Encore Gust 2 - just horrible: hideous stitching for no apparent reason, an inner collar that looks like the hook side of velcro and a horrid, pebble grain leather that's difficult, if not impossible, to polish.
I'd generally polish my brown Encore Gusts 4 to 5 times during their "presentable lifespan." After that point, I'd buy a new pair, keep the old pair to work on projects where I knew my new pair may get dirty, scuffed or damaged and throw out the previous old pair. I've ALWAYS got two pairs to wear depending on what I'll be doing.
Now, for whatever reason, Merrell has decided to discontinue the most comfortable shoe ever made in favor of some poorly conceived replacement, the Encore Gust 2... I'll pass. It seems like some Executive decided to dump the whole concept of slides and focus on an unlimited number of Jungle Moc variants. Here's a little secret: not everyone wants elastic stretch panels in their shoes. Also, there's no way to just step into them and go.
It appears I'll be spending my money on Dansko Wils for the foreseeable future. They're pretty close to the Encore Gust, just a lot more expensive.
Jack L,
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