Customer Reviews ASICS Gel-Venture® 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
82%"Felt true to size"
83%"Felt true to width"
66%"Moderate arch support"
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Esta ha venido mal etiquetada de fabrica ya que aunque dice medida 12 es 11,5 asi qe agradecere me envien este mismo modelo y color en 12. Controlen las medidas que figura en la etiqueta y compoarenla con un 12 verdadero y observaran lo que digo. Gracias disculpen la molestia
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This shoe is gorgeous, and I can tell it's really well made, and probably really comfortable. However, when I got the shoe out of the box, I thought that there was no way I'd been sent the right size because it looked so small. To be fair, I have a big foot...size 12 wide, but this doesn't look like any other size 12 shoe I have. I honestly thought it was going to be an 11, if not a 10. I tried it on anyway, and it was SO TIGHT, even with thin sock on. I'm returning this shoe for sure. I'm so disappointed because it really is a great looking, quality shoe. They don't make another size or width up for me, but if you wear a smaller size and need a normal width, I'm sure you can find a size in this shoe that would fit you. I would recommend this shoe to anyone else with a smaller foot. I'm returning it with a heavy heart!
Laura A, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable shoe to wear in clinic and to work out in. Really good width in the toe box.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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i already had these, and bought another to replace my thoroughly worn-out pair. I'm 64, walk 5 miles every afternoon, and have a bunion. I am after COMFORT. I gave four stars because I wish there was a little more padding at the ball of the foot, and the arch support is simply "okay." But for a bunion sufferer the large, unstrapped toe box is heaven. there is no pressure there at all.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have short, narrow feet with one foot slightly larger so finding a good fit is a challenge. I used to buy New Balance but have found the quality and styles declining recently. This ASICS style seems to be pretty good so far. I got a 6 whereas I wear a 5.5 in regular shoes. Pros: comfortable after adding an orthotic for a little more support; roomy toe box; styling is not too weird; lightweight. Cons: the heel is starting to slip. I will probably have to re-lace it to make it a little more snug as it stretches out. Slipping heels is one of the biggest challenges for me. Not sure yet how durable they will be. I don't fully understand the differences between the different style groups so depending on how this one works out, I may have to try others. This one comes pretty close, though.
Fionabca, Zappos Customer,
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Shoes are very comfortable and provide good support. They also seem sturdy enough to withstand extensive use. I would buy this brand and style again in the future.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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A little stiffer than expected, but overall a very good shoe with adequate support.
I'd also recommend:
Nike
Jenny, Zappos Customer,
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well they fit a little smaller and narrower but at the urging of husband I'm giving them a try or like he said breaking the in will see how long I can handle them :)
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall I really love the fit & look of the shoe. If however, my foot was on the edge between wide and extra-wide, it would not work. But, it works for me and I know that it will loosen slightly as I wear them more.
Really smart looking. A great buy! I love the brand overall.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
Linda, Zappos Customer,
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These are my most reliable sneakers. I wear orthotics, and these are comfortable and accommodating. Plus the price is awesome.
Nichole, Zappos Customer,
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I have a hard foot to fit, small and narrow. Ordered a size 5 and with socks fits well. Its a little wide at the toes, but OK. It seems to have a little arch support and hopefully will be comfortable and not make my legs and feet hurt when jogging on the tread mill. Haven't worn them yet but they seem OK. I have other shoes that are aasics that I wore for years in the OR as an OR nurse and always thought they gave me good support for being on my feet for hours on end.
Marie H, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes are great! Having a wide width option makes ASICS my go to shoes!
April, Zappos Customer,
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The toe box is very wide. Wouldn't recommend for narrow feet
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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these shoes are a bit stiff, which is okay by me. In Asics I always need 11's, in other shoes I do 10's. The support seems to be pretty good. I seem to be having plantar fascitis so orthotic inserts are going in these anyway. I'd purchase again.
Dusti, Zappos Customer,
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The shoe is very uncomfortable. They hurt my feet just by standing in them.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
Masae H, Zappos Customer,
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The color I got my daughter are the navy, pink
And purple. I bought these for my daughter to take on her class trip. She did some light hiking. These shoes are true to size . They are extremely sturdy weather on rocks or dirt. They are also light enough to be worn all day.
Tara O, Zappos Customer,
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Cute shoe and seems like support would be good, but a 7.5, which is often a little big on me, was small. I need room to add an orthotic and there was no room for my toes even without the insert.
Laurel, Zappos Customer,
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Not that comfortable.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The shoe/colors of shoe are great together. Quite comfy. They do feel a tiny tiny bit small. I am hoping they will stretch out a little bit. I must have fat feet because I feel like asics never give you shoe laces long enough. I don't like to wear mine super tight. For the price I feel like they are fine.
Courtney W, Zappos Customer,
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I wanted so badly to keep it but I had to return because it felt narrow for my medium sized feet and I didn't feel the arch support was adequate
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These are as supportive and comfortable as shoes I wore previously costing much more. So far they are holding up quite well.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This is a great little shoe. Upon first putting them on my feet, they felt a bit snug, but by the end of the day they were a perfect fit. I have a wide foot and these are very comfortable, even with thicker athletic socks.
Shellie, Zappos Customer,
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I originally bought size 7 (my normal shoe size) and had to exchange them for a 7.5. My feet tend to swell when I work out, so I tend to go a half size small, but these did feel slightly smaller than my normal 7's. Would recommend going a half size up. They're pretty comfortable, especially for arch support. I've had some issues finding a shoe with enough arch support and these feel very supportive on my feet, although a bit "clunky", but I guess that comes with comfort. Overall, I would recommend this shoe if you're looking for comfort over style.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks
Brianne, Zappos Customer,
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I usually have no problems with ASICS. No need to break them in, no sore feet, just comfortable right out of the box. Unfortunately, the way the toe on the left shoe bent with I walked caused a sore to develop at the bottom of my left toe. It's a callous now and all is good, but not the usual perfect experience.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Nice shoe and fit fairly well but not as much padding as I would have expected. The ASICS Gel-Kahana is better with more padding, and I will probably go with that.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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