Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Contend® 8
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Customer Fit Survey:
80%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
80%"Moderate arch support"
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This is my second pair of these shoes and I reordered because they fit well and support my feet well. I like the style of the shoe a lot. I wear a size 10. The toe box is comfy and heel support is very good.
Laura, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable while wearing my AFO
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Nice styling for a wide width shoe with ample room in the toe box. Has the wonderful Asics cushioning and support. Win win win!
Agnus W,
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Wonderful!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Good fit
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Nice shoe but miss the Gel Contend 7. Felt like a completely different shoe.
I accidentally ordered the wrong size, but another plus of Asics is half sizes over 10! Who else offers a womens 10.5 with choices of colors?
A F,
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Very comfortable, love the grey with lilac accent.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I was replacing a mint green pair from another manufacturer (that I loved) but these are WAY better in every way…fit, style, comfort, and color!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Shoe is attractive, but I need to try 1/2 size up. (I had already gone up 1/2 size to accommodate my orthotics.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This is my third pair of ASIC Gel-Contend! I have foot problems and these are the absolute best shoes for walking and everyday use! They are comfortable and wear well.
Birdie O,
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very comfy, lightweight shoe. its sturdy for everyday working, and walking/jogging.
Hmlg,
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I have bunions and have trouble finding shoes that are comfortable. These really fit the bill. I appreciate the good fit at my heels. As an added bonus, they're attractive.
Susan E,
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Love these shoes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I was trying to replace the Hoka Bondi 6 and 7 models I have. The current 8 model is too hard. I tried on lots of shoes! This Asics Gel Contender8 is a surprise. Certainly not as thick soled as Hoka Bondi but comfy on the heel when I walk and not a lot of pressure on the ball of my feet as the sole is level-feeling . I was advised by phys therapist to lessen the sole thickness for my knee issue when using gym machine like leg press. I feel it balances my feet well.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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fits very well. also bought the venture-9 because i could not tell the difference. the contend-8 is more slim and sleek, feels more supportive and molded to the foot. the venture-9 may be better for someone with a wider foot or likes to wear thicker socks. my foot had more space to slide around from side to side. the sole is a bit more thin, the venture-9 had more traction on the sole. i also find the material quality of the contend-8 generally more attractive and stylish. the venture-9 looks a bit cheap and generic, and geriatric.
Aa, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love this shoe. I walk a lot and this provides snug support and feels substantial and sturdy. Love the deep blue color. Will buy this again!
SuzySantaMonica,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I really like the Gel-Contend wide athletic shoes. They truly are wide in the toe box and not too wide in the heal, which is a typical problem with wide shoes. Also, some ASICS say they are wide and they are still too narrow. I just wish they were available in more colors. I use the shoes primarily for walking and I wear daily around the house, out shopping, etc
Collette2,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I knew I liked these shoes as soon as I tried them on, because they fit so well. As someone who has almost no arch and narrow feet, this was a great find.
Veronica22,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Comfortable and awesome color. Receive lots of compliments
Tamtlc,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I have terrible back pain, these are the only shoes that will allow me to walk miles without back pain. Made the mistake of buying the Contend 8 and I can't walk 1/2 a mile. They are very hard although it says gel.
Sienna,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I bought my first pair of ASICS years ago and really like them but then switched to another brand. I recently have taken up running and desperately needed a new pair of shoes. The ASICS website was very easy to navigate allowing me to select everything I needed to find the perfect shoe. The shoes I purchased look great, fit well, are excellent for running and were in my budget! Thanks!
Dee C,
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Plenty of room in the toe for my insole
Constance, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love my shoes! I suffer from planter faciitis on both feet, my shoes provide relief!
Peg C,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I purchased two pairs of the Gel-Contend 8 ASICS Brand Sports shoes. Size 6.5 Wide. Not typically carried in many stores. Great fit, great comfort, great performance!
Mom L,
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A good neutral running shoe, no breaking in needed
Ally K,
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