Customer Reviews Onitsuka Tiger Ultimate 81®

When I was a teen in the 70s, Tigers were really unique and I wanted a pair - specifically with the blue and red stripes. So, I was really pleased to find that they still sell the Corsairs ('68), Mexicos 66s, Ultimate 81s, etc. I have several Corsairs and love them, but they are kind of hot in the summer. I love the look of the Mexicos, but I spend time in Italy and the soles are too thin for a day on cobblestones. The Ultimates are cool, both physically and stylistically, and have a more solid sole. I'm likely going to try the Serranos next.

I had to return the first pair (Woman's size 10,I am usually 9.5-10) and order a whole size larger to fit my arch support in them but I Love the 2nd pair! I thought they run a little short so maybe go 1/2 - 1 size up but then you will love them. I am going to go back and order more pairs in this size. I just wish they came in all black, sole also, so I could fake it and where them with slacks...

Love, love, love the retro look with rubber honey comb soles! I bought these in black/black, size 9.5 for a Guns N' Roses concert and the look is exactly what I was going for: keepin' it real 80's street style. Slick, athletic, casual. They feel comfortable enough to be on my feet half the night. Perfect fit with or without thin slipper socks or running socks. Will buy again!

Looks and feels great. More arch support than I typically expect from this style of sneaker.

I wanted an all-black easy sneaker that wouldn't clash with my outfits. Overall I think it's a great, light-weight shoe that I've gotten a lot of walking mileage out of. It also has a nice shape to it, not too bulky so it looks good no matter what length of pants/shorts you're wearing. I would repurchase this shoe!

Onitsuka Tigers are the most comfortable exercise show I have ever worn.To say that they mold themselves to your feet is an understatement. The thinner sole and fabric top are the answer to the above statement. No question that both of these factors shorten the life of the shoe, which I wear almost everyday. The only negatives are that the show tread makes the show more flexible, it also has some traction problems on ice or wet ground. The fit of the shoes I have found to be small so going one half size to one full size larger has been the norm for me. None of the shoes peculiarities present enough of an obstacle to not want more of them.

These shoes look good and feel good. I wear them to casual occasions. I wear them all day and my feet feel great. I like the style and colors.

Popular shoe for doing parkour because the grip is very good. Not an awful lot of cushioning tho, and the outer sole, which wraps up over the toe area, is glued, not stitched, and that piece starts peeling off after only a couple of uses. We will be shopping around for a different parkour shoe soon.

oh dear god these shoes made me feel like when i was a kid and got new shoes. Haven't felt that way about a pair of sneakers since the 1980's. ugh

I love these! They are my new gym shoe. I love how they feel with much less support than I usually have used in the past. It is a very nice change.

they feel great! I've had them on 10 mins and I'm already looking to buy another pair.

Great and stylish sneaker.

I love that these are vegan and built well. These are my second pair.

Great fit right out of the box. Very comfortable - Highly Recommend!

My new favorite

These are by far the best sneakers I've ever owned. They look great, are incredibly comfortable, and maintain a high level of firm support over many years. When other sneakers give out, these keep on going. My go to shoe, and the sneaker I wear when another pair of shoes has made my feet sore.

I've owned numerous pairs and styles of Tigers (currently own 3 pairs, buying another) and the Ultimate 81 are my go-to. I stay on my feet a lot, nothing too rigorous, mostly walking, and Tigers tend to last around 3 years before they start falling apart - wearing away of the heel and toe of the insole, holes in the fabric on the top/toes of the shoe, and even wearing a hole all the way through the bottom of the shoe. All of this is to say I love these shoes so much that they're literally disintegrating by the time I replace them with more Tigers. However they are cosmetic over anything else, so don't run or hike in them. They are my perfect casual tennis shoe.

loved them. they are now my yard shoes but continue to serve me well.

I wear a 9.5 ladies and ordered a men's 8. Perfect fit. Love these shoes.

Well, these are Onitsukas so you know they are good. Love the look of the midnight blue with red stripes. Looks great with jeans and shorts! I haven't purchased Tigers in probably 20 years and wow, I'd forgotten how much I love these sneakers.

I found it confusing between the mens sizes & the women's. I got a women’s 7 & they’re fine.

I love, love these shoes! They are visually gorgeous and they are extremely comfortable! 2 days into wearing them and they feel like I have always been wearing these

I love these shoes. I've had a pair in the past and wore them for years. They fit my small, narrow feet so well. It's such a delight to find a shoe that runs narrow like this. But - so many reviewers said to order a half to whole size larger because they ran so small, and I regret doing so. I ordered a half size larger than my standard athletic shoe size (I always wear a 7, ordered a 7.5 in these) and they are a half size too big. But, they still work okay, and I'm going to keep them. Just be aware, if you have a small, narrow foot like I do, you should maybe just order your normal size!

My husband really likes these shoes, nice style and fit.

Great sneakers. I'm on my feet 10hrs a day for work and usually my feet are killing me. Not with these sneakers!