Customer Reviews Onitsuka Tiger Ultimate 81®

I've been wearing this model for something around 7 or 8 years I wear them every day, they are really comfortable obviously they are not premium running shoes, but for walking or day to day activities, you can't go wrong. 7 years and 5 different pairs prove it.

Bought these over a year ago wore they sole though the heel, and even got a new place of rubber to 'renew' the heel, thought I couldn't find anymore but just then found them on zappos, cool! They are my favorite pair of 'casual' do anything with them shoes, very light, and form fit to your feet over time... so comfy! The sole is semi-soft/semi-rigid, so don't expect a bouncy experience with these shoes, they are more 'court' shoe like without the weight. I ride bikes and walk around the city with these. I wear socks with no neck, and the back of the shoe do not bother my achilles, I will get another pair for sure!

Nice looking shoes, but the color is more gray in person, and I thought it would be more purple/blue from the image online. They feel a little stiff, and gave me a blister on the heel, but I am trying to break them in slowly now. Saucony shoes are more comfortable and never do this. Overall I do like them, but still need more wear time to break in.

These are stylish, fun, and fit well. But there is not a lot of padding under the front half of the foot.

First let me preface this review by saying that I am an avid Onitsuka Tigers shoe fanatic (I own 8 pairs). This review is solely for the light grey/orange Onitsuka Tiger since it has a mesh topline. Recently, I purchased the light grey/orange Onitsuka Tigers and was excited until I noticed that inside topline of the shoe was made of a mesh fabric and not the usual leather lining that I have been accustomed to. I probably would not have even bothered to write this review had the original tag been attached through the whole width of the inside topline and not just right under the mesh fabric. I can already see the beginnings of an inadvertent hole from the original tag. The original tag pulls on the mesh fabric. I'll be sending this shoe back for another one that hopefully does not have the same quality issue.

Good...not great. I thought they would be a little lighter, wanted something minimal. There is more of a heel than I expected. But not bad.

Great shoes. I'll likely buy another pair of these soon. Not great for running or for being on your feet for long periods of time, but they look great and match multiple outfits well.

I purchased these shoes because they just look really cool. I needed black tennis shoes to wear with dark jeans. Anyway, I received them and these run very narrow. I have regular width feet and they just did not feel right. Also the arch is very pronounced, so if you have flat or almost flat feet like me that is something to consider. I have not decided if I will try another size yet.

Great shoes! I felt like my break in time was slightly longer than other people's, but I was also coming from wearing Vans slip-ons, so maybe it was just the adjustment. Great shoe though, feels like I'm wearing an awesome sock. Super light, versatile (I played indoor soccer with them twice a week), and easy on the eyes. And vegan! If you're vegan and don't want some technicolor nonsense, most of these color ways are actually vegan friendly, even though they aren't listed as such. I called Asics and they told me most, if not all, ultimate 81s were made with synthetic materials now. And of course if it's not, Zappos is super cool about returns. Oh, and be forewarned, these shoes have a funky outer sole which squeaks on linoleum for the first week you have them. Just deal with it, walk on some rough surfaces, and it'll go away.

This shoe is popular for a reason...style and surprising comfort. I've worn these out and about, to work, paired with jeans, with shorts, and even to play disc golf! Good fit, plenty roomy, definitely a 1/2 size up, though. I will definitely buy another pair of these classics.

I've never wore a pair of Asics before or this style before (mostly a NB/Merrell guy). The shoes are very nice looking (Black/Coal) that I hope to be able to wear to work occasionally (1-2 times a week). I'm on my feet and walk quite a bit so I'm hoping to be comfortable in these shoes. My biggest concern is that they are narrow. I don't have wide feet at all and these shoes are like wearing gloves on your feet (pretty snug but correct size). They also have an even more narrow rubber sole, especially at the heel. Kind of makes you change your stance and stride a bit (you can twist and ankle easy on uneven ground). They also could use more arch support; they're not flat, but they don't have much arch either. At this price, I'll have to give them a shot to work as I can't seem to find a decent pair of non-flashy/non-ugly black shoes in the US in my size.

This is my second pair of Ultimate 81s and I love the clean simple look and they are a great everyday shoe. The reason I gave it an overall 4 stars is they don't breathe so the get stinky very fast and wearing them all day the heel/arch support is lacking. The other reason is the white part of the shoe is a thicker weave than my previous pair which was not pictured when image was zoomed in on.

Great shoe. Comfortable, more support than Pumas. Looks great with black and blue jeans. Stylish without being flashy.

It is surprising how comfortable and quiet the lightweight construction of these shoes is. It was shoes such as these we called 'sneakers' when I was a kid. Retro may be 'in' now, but these brought back memories of early running style sneakers from back in the day. Love them. Not sure if they would hold up to to much abuse. As I recall even in the day they wore out about the same time we outgrew them. But they are cheap and you could always try one of the other cool color combos. Two thumbs up!

These shoes are lightweight and comfy. Fit true to size. I would definitely buy them again in another fun color!

Stiff fairly hard sole. This is a retro shoe so don't expect it to be flexy and cushy. I tad narrow at the toes, which most shoes are.

Love these! I wear a custom orthopedic insole which limits the type of shoe I can wear, but these classics fit wonderfully- so light and comfy- almost slipper-like.

Size seemed just fine, but the arch is small, hard and just behind the ball of my foot. Sadly, must return. Seem well constructed and are cute, just not for me.

A good shoe. Stylish, and fairly comfortable. My only negative is that it rubbed against my ankle/foot at the very top of the back and gave me a blister, though I think this will subside over time the more the shoe breaks in.

A good shoe. Stylish, and fairly comfortable. My only negative comment would be that on the first wear, it rubbed a bit at the top of the back against my ankle/foot and gave me a blister. I think this will subside, though, as the shoe breaks in.

Great shoe, very stylish, but colors and materials leave it susceptible to stains. I would definitely recommend getting a waterproofing product with it as well.

Trying to go minimalist. These are my transition shoes. I had worn Tigers 30 years ago. Glad to see they still make these retro shoes.

Probably runs a half size small. However, it fits like a sock, nice and snug, so if you like some room go a half size up. Very cool and comfortable lightweight shoe.

Comfortable shoe, true to size and stylish. Color is a heather tone and not solid.