Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Rocket® 9 Volleyball Shoe
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68%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
88%"Felt true to size"
94%"Felt true to width"
88%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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The only drawback for these shoes is the tongue never stays put in the middle position and I have to adjust as it is uncomfortable. The shoes are otherwise a good courtnshoe
Burgfour,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These sneakers fit well, but probably ran a size small. I usually wear a 14, but need a 15 in this sneaker. Other than that, I like these sneakers very much.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Shoe looks great but runs big. I wear size 13 and these were way longer than my size 13 nikes, returning for a half size smaller.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Not sure why everyone says Asics are always smaller than they should be. I ordered these in size 12 and they fit perfect.
Look great on!
Lenny, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Nice shoe. Looks a little more plastic than I anticipated, but very comfortable.
Mike5,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I originally got these in women’s but the toe box was constricting so I returned them and got men’s which was improved but I still need to lace them a bit loosely to avoid my feet going numb. For the sale price they are going to work for pickleball for awhile but I know I will need to upgrade in the foreseeable future.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Been wearing Asics-GEL for vball for years and love them. Currently have the GEL-Rocket 7 and was looking to update. But I found both the 8 and 9 versions have tighter toe boxes. The length and width of the sole are the same but the top fabric cut is smaller/tighter and my toes feel more cramped. Having metatarsal issues so looking to put in my own insole and also starting to get a bunion on the top of my 2nd toe so do not like the tighter toe box. So returned them. Wish I could still find a old GEL-Rocket 7 (love them) but no one caries them anymore.
Mike, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These are very narrow for a M men's shoe. Works good for me because I wear a ladies 12.5 N with orthotics. I usually can wear a mens M.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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no real arch support.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Shoes tad bit narrow, but overall excellent shoe.
Db, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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The foot padding is not the best. But, they are great shoes on the racquetball court
Anonymous,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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They fit fine, very little arch support and no real cushion on the heel. Love the brand but they need to up their game as far as comfort and support!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Website was a bit challenging to manage. Customer service was nonexistent! Delivery commitment wasn't met. Missed by several weeks.
Shoes seem ok. I haven't used them yet for there intended use. So far just walks. They broke in in 2 uses.
SWFL,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Bought Gel-Rocket 9 as my official first pair of volleyball shoes, I should've done a little more research. I'm a high school varsity volleyball player. I'm a size 10 but this shoe makes me wish I got a 9.5, my foot has actually slipped out of this shoe twice while playing and my foot went off the frame around three times when making extreme turns. One more negative, this shoe is not a spikers shoe, asics markets this shoe as all around but I feel it's much more powerful and centered around defensive players and setters. I feel my jumps are a lot more comfortable, springy, and supported in another brands basketball shoe. The positive with this shoe is mobility, I feel faster in this shoe than any other, and able to make quick turns when needed. Overall, not the shoe I would lean too unless I was a defensive oriented volleyball. If you're a spiker, I would much more recommend asics Sky Elite FF as it's specifically marketed towards spikers and is (in my opinion) vastly superior to this shoe in every way especially jumping and landing.
They look really cool which is a plus, I've gotten people complementing the looks of it.
SamuelV,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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The entire shoe seemed well made except for the toe box. It was reinforced and yet so soft and pliable to the touch it left an indentation with a small poke. I understand this shoe is for inside sports but I planned on doing other things like pushups, mountain climbers etc. And to me it was obvious that doing anything other then walking/running in these shoes and they would have fallen apart in the toe area in under 3 months, 100%. They might be a good gym shoe if all you plan on doing is machines and free weights. Otherwise dont buy unless for stated volleyball, squash, wall ball, tennis, these types of sports. Hope this helps save somebody time.
I'd also recommend:
Addidas/Reebok, Nike is communist
Corey, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Very good sneakers, although I had to replace the laces as part of one lace was torn after first try. Did not like the lace color, too. The quality of laces is substandard.
Not P,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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There was something wrong with the shoe when you pulled the tongue up where it was supposed to be, the toe box of the shoe puckered and made them look odd. Just didn't think I could ignore it or I would have kept them. They are a nice shoe just something wrong with the fit.
Joe, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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shoe insoles are not comfortable. not enough cushioning.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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They are comfy but I thought they would be lighter (in weight).
Darn.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Asics are one of my favorite shoes. I wear the Onituska Tiger Ultimate 81 almost every day. The problem with those shoes is they are "lifestyle" shoes and have no cushioning--I always buy gel inserts for them. I bought the GEL-Rocket 9 hoping they would be more cushiony. They are not. I love the style, the fit and sizing are great, but I ended up returning them because the "cushioning" (or lack thereof) was just like my other Asics.
Michele, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Fit was great. I use them with orthotics and very comfortable with the insole out. Disappointed in the plastic overlay. It should be leather. These never feel broken in and look cheap. My size 15 limits choices so I stayed with them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
These shoes lol good and are well made. But I need a shoe that has more cushioning.
Fast E,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
My left shoe is not centered. The lace eyelets sit slightly to the right. And makes my shoe feel like it is rolling to the inside. Like usual. Best if u can try on prior to buying.
Yusef13,
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I ordered this shoe twice and received the wrong shoe twice. I received a retro old school vintage pair of black Asics running shoes with white cushion and red trim color. RIDICULOUS. My first review with photo attached was taken down or never placed on the site. WAY TO GO ZAPPOS!
I'd also recommend:
another style. if the pictures aren't wrong... great luck in the past
Chip, Zappos Customer,
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