Customer Reviews Onitsuka Tiger Ultimate 81®

This shoe is great. I bought the Onitsuka Tiger blue/black pair. They fit great and I didn’t need to break them in at all. The material of the shoe doesn’t block out the wind very well, so socks are important in the winter. Avoid wearing them in wet conditions. These shoes look great, which is what I was hoping for when I bought them. One thing I want to point out is the color difference between the shoes themselves and the picture. For the blue/black pair, the blue is significantly darker than is represented in the picture. I myself was rather surprised at the color when I opened the box. Also, the silver stripes are not as shiny as they look in the picture, much to my pleasure. The blue/black pair is better looking than the picture illustrates. These shoes draw attention to the wearer, and I’ve gotten a ton of compliments on them. I recommend them to anyone looking for a cool, comfy, stylish shoe.

Great color combination, it gives a pop to the timeless blue jean and white T outfit. I nick named them the heart attack for its rich/deep red outer and blue sole which resemble veins leading to the heart!!!

I love these! They fit well. The only thing I would want is better arch support, but that’s what inserts are for.

This is the fourth pair of Onitsuka Tiger shoes I’ve purchased. They hold up very well for everyday casual wear. I’m a runner and I would totally not recommend these shoes for that purpose, but as far as a fashionable well made shoe for getting around on school campus or with jeans at the clubs, this shoe fits the bill. Another cool thing about these shoes is that every pair of Tigers I’ve purchased has come with an extra pair of shoelaces in a different, but complementing color. Almost always I end up switching the shoelaces out because the second pair of laces seems to look even better than the one displayed on Zappos (which aren’t bad). The color included with this pair is a grey-blue that looks really good on the shoe as well. I’ve noticed that after these shoes get kinda worn out, they make great summer shoes that you can wear with shorts and no socks and not look completely lame. They are not too clunky and have a lot of light mesh so they breathe really well. I usually wear flip flops at summer, but sometimes you might wanna skateboard or snag an impromptu pick-up game of hoops and these shoes give that option. Hope this review was helpful.

First time owning this shoe. And now I’m sold. It’s comfortable, and looks good. Not much in the way of arch support. And these shoes are lightweight, almost feels like you’re not wearing anything. Overall great piece of footwear.

I love these shoes! They are really comfortable and have just the right amount of arch support. Great for walking around town, work, etc. My feet tend to be a bit wide for a lot of brands, but the unisex fit of these shoes mean they’re perfect. Love the wide range of color selection, too. I would definitely recommend these to friends!

Shipping from Zappos remains as timely as ever and I got the Onitsuka Tigers a day and a half after I ordered them. The fit was perfect, even though I have pretty wide feet for my size and despite looking narrow, the shoe was never a problem width-wise. However, they took a while to break in and I got blisters for a while behind my heel. After a week, it never became a problem again. The shoes look great and I get people asking about them a lot, though that may be because I never string the same colored-laces on both shoes. Overall, I love the way these look and feel.

These Asics Ultimate 81’s have to be one of the most comfortable shoes around PERIOD. From someone who knows a little bit about the shoe game you can’t go wrong buying these. The shoes are made from a mesh like material which keeps them very light weight. They breathe and circulate air great, definitely a great shoe for summertime. The design is fresh and different from anything anybody else is wearing and for the price, you can’t wrong. Overall this is a great add to throw into your Jordan rotation to switch it up, casual shoe buyers will love ‘em, too.

Wow! These shoes fit like a glove and are so comfortable that I could forget to take them off. I was hesitant to try them as I have an extreme pronation, but they give enough support. They are also great for my Chi Gong classes.

I definitely dig these shoes! More comfortable than skate shoes and very light weight. I have wide feet and was happy with the width right out of the box. Normally wear size 10, feel like maybe I should have ordered 9.5, but was fixed by adding a Superfeet insole.

I love my Onitsuka Tigers. I was looking for a new pair of shoes and came across these. They were the right style for what I wanted, and got good reviews. After wearing them for about two months I can still highly recommend them. They look great, and fit very well. I can't wear them for walking long distances, but for my everyday job (which involves a lot of standing), they work out great.

Wanted to go for some "cooler" fun athletic and stylish shoes and the Onitsuka Tigers do not disappoint. I vary in size, but usually go for a 10 and I think the fit is great. The shoe itself is very comfortable and I have to disagree with the review saying it’s not really black. Most of the shoe has a plastic type feel to it with a certain shine, but the grey stripes are matte. Love the shoes and the comfort and look they provide.

My son uses these for fencing and absolutely loves them! His foot is slightly wide (but not wide enough for a larger width) and these fit him comfortably. We have been purchasing this shoe for him to fence in for 4 years from a size 9 to a size 13 and they have always been true to size.

These are super comfortable shoes. Maybe not the warmest in winter, but they definitely beat out my Chucks they replaced. Plus these are just cool shoes.

Before this purchase, I had already owned several pair of Onitsuka Tigers. One pair is nearly identical to this pair however a different color. Basically I knew the quality and comfort I was ordering, as well as working with the awesome customer service of Zappos removed any online purchasing doubt. PROs: Being raised in Louisiana I've always been a huge New Orleans Saints fan, and wanted a pair of shoes that had black/gold in them to flaunt my Who Dat pride. These shoes are perfect for game day. They match my Saints jerseys without question, and the compliments I've received on them are never ending. To top it off they're very comfortable and durable. I had a few reservations on the "snake skin" print before purchasing, however it's not as gaudy as appeared online or when worn with a pair of blue jeans. CONs: Only one negative I have is that they are not very warm shoes for the midwest weather. Any slight breeze seems to go right around your toes, so thick socks are a must in colder climates with these kicks.

Let me start of by saying that I love Zappos. Okay, moving on. The Onitsuka Tiger sneakers are the best. They are comfortable and come in an amazing array of colors, which I love. I currently own about a dozen or so pairs and I am waiting for new color combinations to arrive. If anybody is on the fence about purchasing these sneakers, jump off and start ordering. Zappos has THE BEST delivery options out there. What are you waiting for? Order these sneakers!

Good and bright red. Needs a day or two of breaking in, but comfortable with a nice toe box and placement of arch support.

Love the style - I love the style and colors of this shoe and have received many compliments on them. (I got the Zappos exclusive Snake/Black Gold). They're not the most cushioned shoe, and I wish there was more arch support, but they're comfortable enough for a normal day out. Other reviewers have noted that the shoe felt small, but I ordered my normal size and it fit perfectly.

The Onitsuka Tigers are great shoes. They are comfortable and durable... and they are cool looking! I sometimes wear 9 1/2 and sometimes size 10, depending on the shoe, but I got size 10 in these.

I love these shoes. I bought my first pair in a color pattern that is no longer available and they are fantastically comfortable. I really like the navy color combo; it looks just as good in real life as in the photos. I have a high arch and a narrow heel- these have great arch support. They used to run a bit big, now they fit perfectly to size.

I love love love these shoes. They are really comfortable and they just look sooo cool. I have a pair from a few years ago that I basically wore out, and when I saw these on Zappos I knew I had to have them. They are the perfect sneaker, because not only do they feel good, but they are super stylish. Highly recommend.

The shoes are great! Very comfortable and really great looking!

Comfy, cute.

If you love Onitsuka Tiger shoes, you will love these. Same great fit. Color is dead on! Got lots of compliments so far!

This is the second pair of Onitsuka Tigers that I have owned and I absolutely love them. They are very comfortable and durable and make my feet look quite a bit smaller. The black/steel grey colors look great and go with nearly every casual outfit I own. I will probably be ordering more pairs in different colors soon!