Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Blur33™ 2.0

I love Asics running shoes, they are my first choice for training or just gym shoes. Unfortunately these shoes were not the correct fit for my foot. However, I loved the color, style, and will definitely continue to buy Asics.

I really hoped these shoes would work as a more cushioned replacement for several pair of GTs and a more affordable alternative to the Cumulus and Nimbus. I found cushioning on the sole and ankle to be excellent. Unfortunately, as it seems with most of the Asics models this year, the shoe was too narrow for me. They were probably more narrow then I realized initially since the laces were short to the point of being difficult to tie. The arch area squeezed my foot so much that my toes were tingly after about 20 minutes. Disappointed that I'll be returning them. I wear a 6.5, normal width, and tend to under-pronate.

Make your feet look overly wide. I got them in pink. The pink alone is enough to draw attention, but the sole of the foot pouches out along the sides of the shoe (i guess for stability,) making your feet look large. These are comfortable and since they fit I'm not bothering taking them back, but they don't look as cute as I had hoped. Blah.

I bought these shoes because I loved the colors! Friends also recommended the brand to me many times before. I figured why not. Cute shoes and they come in my size, what's not to like? When I first got the shoes I thought they were just taking a while to break in. They were hurting my feet but I continued to wear them. I bought them in October and by January I had to get rid of them. they were causing me such pain in the balls of my feet that it was becoming unbearable. After wearing them all day at work, or during a workout, my feet would be in great pain. Such a shame because I got so many compliments on the shoes. I switched to Nike Dual Fusion and my feet have never been happier.

I really wanted these shoes to work. I love the color and that they are lightweight. I felt that they were slightly narrower than was comfortable for me. I wish they offered it in a wide size. I also felt like there was not enough cushioning under the toes. I get that this is a lightweight shoe, but it felt like there was adequate support under the heel and arch, but nothing under the toes. This is a deal breaker for me as I've broken bones around my toes before so I have to have at least a little more cushioning there. Probably a good shoe for others, just not for me!

Nice quality - runs short and narrow. Ordered my regular size for athletic shoes (9 1/2 B), but it was too short and too narrow. Ordered a size 10 - length good, but still way too narrow. Will have to return both pairs. Too bad, nice style!

I had purchased the Blur 33s in a 6½. They run very true to size. I would agree with previous reviews that the shoe laces are too short. The design of the shoe is such that the tong is stitched down around the second eyelet where the shoe would tie rendering a very snug fit and makes the shoes hard to get on. I see this as being a problem down the road with the stitching tearing out from too much stress just putting on the shoe, and also causes pressure on the top of the foot. Shoe is very light on the feet but I will be returning the Blurs and looking for something else.

LOVE this shoe's look, but the comfort/support is far from what you get with other ASICS cross training/running shoes. Even with my own insoles, the outsides of my feet will start hurting if I do high intensity workouts in these shoes. So unfortunately I only wear them as casual shoes for everyday stuff or walking. Cute shoes but just know that these don't compare to ASIC's higher models!

I usually love Asics and can normally just buy my usual 9.5 and be very happy, but these are definitely not the quality of the Cumulous, Kayano or other more expensive Asics shoes. It's a good a example of "you get what you pay for" in a running shoe. Better to spend a little more for the better shoe.

I normally wear a B or regular size width, however these were way too narrow for my foot and I didn't care for the fit on the heel. Hated to return because I was excited for the syle of this shoe.

Nice shoe but actually ran smaller in both length and width...have to wear a very thin sock with it as opposed to a more protective thicker one. Would order at least a half size larger in this.

To begin, I love the look of these shoes! They were so cute that I really wanted to love them. However, I am a over-pronator who has very flat feet. That said, the built in arches in these shoes were too high for my feet. Also, within the first 5-10 minutes of my Turbo Kick work out, I literally went out to my car to switch back into my old Asics (that were toast as far as shock support but still fit comfortably). The natural arch supports in these shoes were causing discomfort as though I had put a large pebble into my shoe and had it pressing against my insoles. Unfortunately I will be returning these shoes as they were causing me intolerable foot pain as compared to my Asics Gel-Ipera's and the failing shocks (after 5 months of classes 3-5 times/week) causing shin pains. I will still be searching for a decent new pair of kicks since these did not work. I really loved the colors and style and wished that these had worked.

I initially liked theses shoes a lot, but I have never had to replace a pair of running shoes so quickly before. I have less than 200 miles on these babies and already my heels and knees are screaming. Bought a new pair of Asics with more cushion today - hopefully these will support and last like the Asics I know.

I hate these shoes. They were too tight and too heavy. I am just grateful for Zappos wonderful customer service and policy about returns!

Comfortable shoe, really poor quality though. After one run the sole was coming off in 2 places. Really disappointing. Will not be keeping these shoes or buying Asics again.

I love the way these look, however I had to send them back. They run really narrow. I do not have wide feet but they just seemed to stretch the laces all the way out and my feet looked fat! But I love Asics and I have never had this issue at all.

Let me begin by saying that these shoes look amazing! They are super stylish and eye-catching. I really wanted to love these shoes, but unfortunately they didn't work for me. I am 5'3" and 140lbs. I have extremely flat feet (usually a 8.5-9 regular shoes & 9.5 athletic shoes). After having my gait analyzed by the experts at my local running store I discovered that I am an overpronator. When I tried these shoes on they felt a bit smaller than usual and the built in arch supports were pressing uncomfortably into my feet. Although the last pair of Asics (Gel Ipera) that I was replacing felt great right out of the box, I figured maybe I just needed to get used to the new style. I brought them to my gym for Turbo Kick (high impact cardio 60 min class) and within the first 10 minutes the pressure of the built in arch supports were pressing into my feet with excruciating pain. It was so bad that I went back out to my car to get my old Asics (that were worn out but better than feeling like having huge rocks in my shoes). Maybe these would work for a person with high arches but pass on these if you have flat feet like me.

I am dissapointed with these shoes. The laces of the shoes don't lace through the shoe like I am used to it laces through a ribbon of sort and over time this ribbon can't handle the stress of tightening your shoes, etc.

I have loved ASICS for over 15 years and usually buy numbered models not named models. I bought BLUR33s last spring; the description seemed similar to what I usually buy. they are horrible. From day one they did not feel right and my feet ached after wearing them. The laces seemed short so maybe they didn't lace up right. I walk 2.5 miles daily and could not wear these shoes 2 days in a row. In fact, I wore them less and less due to discomfort; they have been untouched for the past month. These are the first ASICS that I have not worn the sole smooth. possibly there is not enough gel. I am accustomed to the GT 2170s and whatever preceded that model. I am ordering the post 2170 model and will not switch again. I should have returned those BLUR33s.

I am disappointed that Asics has changed the structure and cut of most of their shoes. These are so narrow in the middle that my toes get numb. The sole might have been comfortable but I couldn't wear them long enough to know. I've worn Asics for years but am searching for another brand. Their prices have soared and they changed the way they make shoes. Sadly returning.

This is a negative for Asics. I bought two pairs in this style. One in pink, one in gray. I have been a big Asics fan ever since my foot doctor told me he highly recommended this brand back 11 years ago. This style really has done a number on my feet. Sent one pair back as I just could not wear them any longer. I am not sure what Asics has done to their whole line. I have only found one style that actually fits like the "old" days. That being the Gel Exult. Sorry...don't recommend this for anyone who has the slightest foot issue!

I'm a long time fan of Asics running shoes but these shoes were the worst I have ever run in. I've been running for 18 years, average about 25-30 miles per week and running in these shoes was painful. I've had them for almost two months and each run I keep hoping will be better than the one before and each time keep being disappointed. These shoes are very stiff and are very heavy feeling when I run; I'd almost equate it to running with two lead boots on my feet. The only good thing I can say about these shoes are they do breathe well; other than that I have nothing but negative things to say. If you are looking for a lightweight running shoe, these are not it...keep looking.