Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Excite® 8
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Customer Fit Survey:
85%"Felt true to size"
83%"Felt true to width"
86%"Moderate arch support"
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Wide Excite 8's are at least 1/8" narrower than wide Exite 7's were. The toe box is also slightly shorter, which holds your feet down but if you have pain in the ball of your feet, this will make you feel it. Wish shoe manufacturers would not change the fit of shoes in the same model family as they update.
I'd also recommend:
Hoka
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loved the color and fit not the style. the fitting around the ankle was too low for me.
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Ordered these shoes at the same time as another pair, both were half size too small, even though I ordered the same exact shoes, same size previously and they fit perfectly. I would give five stars except for the sizing inconsistency.
Christina, Zappos Customer,
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These are adorable but don't fit at all like a previous similar pair by the same brand, same style. SO tight, so I ordered a larger size and still tight and long. Sad to have to return.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I love the shoe, however it is too tight on the top of my foot.
Eli, Zappos Customer,
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I have bought size 9 ASICS for years. This model is definitely larger. I wear orthotics and I just put them in and off I went. However, I have had significant sock problems with my socks slipping down. Today I really looked at my orthotics and there is about a half inch difference. They are usually much more snug. I should have returned them but had already worn them
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These sneakers feel great, probably the best sneakers I’ve purchased so far. Used to be a Nike fan, not so much anymore.
Vivian, Zappos Customer,
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I loved the look of these, but they were really narrow! I wear an 11 in other ASICS styles with no problems, but these were too tight around my foot. I went back to the Gel-Contend.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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So small! I have many pairs of ASICS and I always get an 8.5. I ordered my size and it was crazy small in this shoe. Will be exchanging g for a full size larger to see if that works better. So weird!
Leandra, Zappos Customer,
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The toe area was way to wide.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Kinda disappointed, not that comfortable without an orthotic shoe pad
Shane R,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Shoe was no true to size (did size up against ones I already had). Ordered a size 10 but were actually 9 1/2. Giving one extra star because a nice color.
LMMB,
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I wanted blue and orange sneakers. I previously purchased ASICS and loved them. This sneaker feels like your heel can slip out. The back of the sneaker offers no support. I work with children and need comfort and support. I really wish I could return them.
I'd also recommend:
adidas new balance
Sandra, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I always love ASICS tennis shoes. But this running shoes was too tight for me. I tried to make the lace as loose as possible, still my feet hurts. I like the design and color though.
Kinkin,
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I’ve been wearing ASICS for many years, and this is by far the least supportive pair I’ve ever owned. I normally swap out the insoles for ones with arch support, but even that change didn’t help these shoes. My knees and ankles aches after a short two and a half mile WALK- not even a run.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Not a lot of stretch and very difficult to get on and off. I have high arches so because of this the top of my feet were going numb and I didn't have them ties tight at all. Order a half size up
TheMars,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I've had other Asics in the past that were the same size. These are too small. I had to actually check to make sure it was wide width. Way too narrow.
Molly C,
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Loved the Excite 7. Not so happy with the 8s. Can't describe it, but the feel is completely different. If you're an Asics wearer, you'll know what I mean.
Andrea, Zappos Customer,
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I returned this shoe because it didn't provide the amount of support I'm used to from past Asics Gel sneakers I've purchased. Usually the sole is well-cushioned. This one was not.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I have a high instep and found that these are uncomfortable for me in that area. I can not wear these for any length of time and always resort back to my Skechers.
Pippster,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Ordered a half size larger than other Asics I have based on other reviews, but even with wide width these were uncomfortably narrow
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I loved the style and color. However, I needed the wider size, which I never do. Unfortunately I sent this pair back. I based my size by the Excite 7 which I purchased before that fit just fine. Excite 8 runs narrower. Thru this experience, I will advise buyers to get the wide width.
I'd also recommend:
I’m an ASICS gal.
Susan, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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You get what you pay for with these shoes. These hurt my feet when I ran, and my right foot especially started burning. There is not a lot of cushion or support with these shoes. I have had shoes previously to this that didn't hurt my feet so I think it is the shoes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Noisy, does not encourage stealth. Not for ninjas.
Estelle N,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Love Asics but these are so disappointing, uncomfortable. Thin material and I'm sure my toe will break through within a month. Very hard to slip into even though I always order a 10.5 in asics. I have bought numerous pairs of asic in different models over the last 10 years and I'm totally brand loyal. They fit me like no other. But I'm just so disappointed in this last pair. I really wish I could get a credit towards buying a better pair. Love my morning walks but I don't look forward to trying to squeeze into these uncomfortable shoes.
Cat V,
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