Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Contend™

This is my fifth pair of Asics sneakers. All of them have been running shoes. I love the lightweight aspect, and have usually been very happy with the feel and performance of Asics. These are not my favorites. They are not as comfortable to wear (I ma on my feet all day at work) as the previous four pairs were but are OK.

Good shoe, high arch, construction ok... a bit on the cheap side but hold up well thus far, only a couple weeks I've used them for running but you can tell quality is ok.

These shoes run small even though they are supposed to be wide width. I love Asics brand and have never had issue with toe box before, but this one is definitely smaller. I kept these because I hoped they would break in. But after a couple of months and wears they still are stiff and tight. They come in great colors and I get compliments on them.

I was happy with the style and fit of this shoe but disappointed in the area of the my ball of my foot it seems skimpy could use more pad there. First time I have ever experienced this from Asics, usually I have no complaints.

These were so narrow, I at first try couldn't get them on, then completely opened the laces, but they were still too tight, returned. But isn't a bad looking sneaker.

I ordered this shoe based on the price and style, as it is hard to find something decent in a size 11.5 wide shoe. This shoe felt fine for the first hour, then my feet began hurting. They are not a wide width, pushing against my toes until they felt numb after a few hours. I ordered a W, and it fit like a regular. The inside padding is also vary scarce. These shoes would not be a good choice for anyone wanting to use them in an athletic style. As is, because I wore them, I cannot return them. Do not make the same mistake I did. Get a better shoe that has a better fit.

Wish I'd read the reviews! I always buy Asics, so I just ordered these quickly and didn't think much of it. However, these are small. I used to wear a 9, but my feet have gotten bigger since having kids, so I've been wearing a 9.5 pair I had extra. Those bit the dust, so I ordered these in 9.5, but when I got them, I found they are smaller than my old 9's! I compared them side by side and they are definitely shorter and narrower. I'll probably go with a different model after I return these.

Looks great, and I was excited to find these on sale. Unfortunately, these are the most uncomfortable running shoe I've ever been in. The toe box is tight, and it lacks support. If you need additional support, I would not go for these.

Great looking shoe, good support. But, for me, the stitching near my little toes rubs and makes that area sore after a few hours. Bought the ASICS A5018W... much less expensive, great fit with no sore toes.

I ordered my normal size - 8 wide - and these shoes felt like at least a half size too small and too narrow as well. Too bad as I liked the style.

I really wanted to like this sneaker, great price and the color combo is sharp. Unfortunately, it wasn't a great fit for me. The sneaker felt stiff and and ran higher than most sneakers along the ankle. It didn't feel light at all when running and walking. Returned for a pair of New Balance. I gave it two stars for the colors and Zappos awesome service!

I bought these shoes in wide and they felt very tight and narrow around my toes and top of my foot. I did not think these shoes had enough arch support for me. I am returning them.

I have had these shoes 3 months and the mesh on both feet have holes. I like the way these shoes feel, but they just do not hold up. I wear these shoes mostly for leisure and walk about 4 miles a week. Call me a slow learner. This is my second pair. The first pair tore up also, but I liked the quiet color so I tried again. I'm done with Asics.

I loved the Asics Gel sneaker I had for the past three years. This model is not nearly as supportive or comfy. For starters, the toe bed/forefoot is much snugger; not as wide from pinky to big toe joint, and not as high. My toes felt like sardines. Also not as supportive. My feet never felt good the short time I wore them in the house.

I completely agree with the reviews that say "you get what you pay for." I have had great success with the cushioning of Asics until now. They are fine for wearing around, but they are useless to me as running shoes. Too bad.

I have a stable of Asics running shoes and these are the worst ones I have ever tried. The front of the shoe is VERY narrow. The box did not have a width marked on it. That seems strange as most shoes are sold as B, D, or N in width. The style was great, but they are unwearable.