Customer Reviews Onitsuka Tiger Ultimate 81®

These shoes are cute! I got them because I thought they might work with my forefoot-striking form. Their low profile was appealing, as I don't do well in overly cushioned shoes. I got the Wh/Peacoat/Bl (orange highlight) color combination, and an extra pair of orange laces were included. I got these in exchange for another purchase even before Zappos received my return shipment!! Once I put the shoes on, however, I could barely run in them. Why? They were not too narrow. In fact, the toe box was quite roomy. My biggest complaint was the arch support, which I found rather painful. I would have preferred a flat insole. So, unfortunately, I could neither run nor walk comfortably in these. Great shoes, though. I tried on my cousin's Mexico 66. Those are perfectly flat and more comfortable on my feet. May buy those for kicks later on.

One of my all time favorite sneakers. The glue job on the rubber sole was a bit shabby but other then that. Excellent!

These shoes, for the most part, feel great. The arc is especially good and helps keep your feet in a natural and comfortable position. I have even done some running in these shoes and have not gotten cramps. My only complaint is about the back of the shoe. It is very thin and feels very large in the back. I feel the least supported in this part. You get used to it after awhile but the gap is still there. My advice would be to order half a size smaller to hopefully avoid the problem. It's still a cool shoe though and I recommend it to people with a sense of fashion.

I'm typically closer to a 11 (New Balance size 11) but in this shoe needed a 10.5. the heel is not as comfortable as I expected. Not a much padding as a traditional tennis shoe.

I really like the look of this shoe. It wasn't as comfortable as I thought it would be. The arch area feels a bit firm. Great with a casual outfit but not for working out.

These shoes are definitely styling. I do give them that. The insoles are thin and the toe box is very narrow. Most of the reviews I read here said "true to size" and "true to width" - I disagree with both those statements. These felt snug and small. Good looking, but not well-fitting. I have returned them, am debating whether to exchange for another half size larger.

Order process was quick and easy. I had to return a pair and the return process laid out on the website went exactly as promised. When I ordered a second pair they arrived even faster than the first. Excellent service, and I would recommend Zappos.com to anyone. The Tiger is lightweight and snug fitting. Hopefully the shoe holds up over time. Overall I'm pleased with the shoe, but one area of interest is the thin rubber sole. Not sure Joe long that will last before it is worn completely through.

I bought these from Zappos. I am female with wide feet. I got the men's shoes. I got the size 9 though men's would be size 8 for me. They appear a little long, since its not women's shoes I guess. They fit well, and I wear them to work everyday. Luckily I did not get shoe bites ever since I started wearing them.

I returned mine mostly on the basis the color was way off to the pictures. It was the grey/black pair. It was much more white looking. Ultimate 81's are sweet kicks and I might try another pair, however there is little in arch support. More so if you have wider feet like me. I just got some Nike that fit/look crisp if you want a casual style like this, but have big feet like me. The Air Vengeance in same grey/black. If you want different colors, these kicks have that too. Zappos always treats me well with deliveries and returns.

These shoes are great. I like that they are lightweight...and it provides moderate arch support. I was looking for more fashionable sneakers to wear during travel and running errands, and these are perfect!

Very stylish but no support. Excellent driving shoes as the sole is flat and wide.

I am a size 13, so in the normal world of retail my size is not readily obtainable. Zappos.com advertised that they come with a different 2 shoe laces, which mine did not. Also the point of the shoe has a dimple with extra fabric, kind of looks weird. Overall, they fit well and are very comfortable.

Fits true to size. Great arch support but a little tight around the toes. Overall a great sneaker - I've received compliments every time I've worn them!

I want to like these shoes more, but sadly I don't. I originally intended for these to be a stylish pair of sneakers to wear going out, but something about them just didn't look right, perhaps it was my color choice (grey/red/black). On the other hand they are incredible workout shoes, and are super comfortable.

These shoes are my go to work shoes. I work in retail and do a lot of running around which can be very uncomfortable if you don't have the right shoes. So I got these. It takes two good days to break them in and then they are the greatest thing that could err happen to your feet. If you work I retail, have to do a moderate of walking or running, or are just looking for something comfy to wear on your feet then these are for you. Get them. You wot regret it.

Cute super light and comfy street shoe with surprisingly nice arch support. Great with jeans or sweats--I wish I would have ordered a different color than the white/black.

This shoe is cute and somewhat comfortable. However, the inside stitching at the base of the tongue where it meets the shoe cuts into your foot when you bend your feet to walk.

My feet are very picky and it took a few days to stretch these out, but they are great now! Feel like the arch isn't in the right place for women, but it's not that noticeable once you get used to them.

Really comfortable. About a half size larger than Nike running shoes. Zappos has amazing service. Arch support was more than expected. Drizzle/Black color combo is really sweet.

These are very nice shoes. I bought them as parkour training shoes. They have a wide toe box and a very grippy outsole. My problems with the shoe are the thickness of the midsole (I prefer a more minimalist feel) including heel rise, the weight of the shoe decreasing acceleration, and lastly, I find the rubber peels up under the 1st metatarsal-phalangeal joint when doing dynamic techniques that require a quick change in direction or pivoting on the balls of your feet. Other than that, this shoe is a very versatile and comfortable shoe. Oh, I also found the shoe much more comfortable after removing the oddly placed extra arch support.

Like the shoe a lot, great for summer since it is lightweight and breathes easy.

These are truly, some of the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. They hug your feet in all the right places and the arch support is great. Bonus for those that don't watch the videos Zappos offers, these shoes come with two different color laces so you can go low key or high contrast. These really are probably the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned; pick some up and you'll love them!

Classic style, breathable fabric and super light. Definitely a comfy, low profile shoe. The only negative is the width of the shoe. I have wide feet, and went up 1/2 size in order to compensate (and not leave too much extra at the toe). The profile is still a little slim to my liking. Still a quality shoe tho, and I will still rock them on the reg.

These shoes are nice for occasional day wear without a lot of walking required. They comfortable, but they lack cushion/impact resistance and the sole is very narrow and slightly less supportive than I'm used to. However, they are a nice, slightly dressy athletic shoe that pairs well with many things and are good for casual day wear. (Also, you get three lace choices, bonus!)

I was very happy with these shoes! They look great, just like pictured online. They are a narrower shoe, similar to Puma so if you have a wider foot this would not be the best choice. I would also recommend ordering a half size smaller if you are a woman since these are unisex shoes and were a little bit larger than normal women's sizes. I've ordered so many things from Zappos and the customer service is unmatched by any other company on earth!