Asics Gel Stratus review
- Price Paid:$80.00
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User rating:(3.9)
- Would buy again from this company: Yes
- Used product for: 1 months
- # of logged workouts:
"I planned to buy another pair of GEL Landreths. My 4s were great. I tried the 5s after I couldn't find the older version in my size. They were way too spongy. This shoe was lighter and cheaper. I liked the fit and support. We'll have to wait and see if they hold up as well."hairyboy
Ease of use
Two steps: 1. Put feet in shoe. 2. Tie shoe.
Quality of Construction
The jury's out on this. I have only put about 20 miles on them and they are holding up very well.
Fit
I like the fit but have waffled back and forth on using the top eyelet. The top seems tight after a mile or so, not using the top seems loose prior to starting the run.
Comfort
Very light. Easy on the arches and heels. Some times a little snug on the top of my foot but that may be me tying the shoe too tight.
Adjustability
Not much. Tie it tight or loose. That's it. But how much adjustability do you really want in a running shoe?
Durability
Again, the jury's still out. I have only had these a month.
Value
Maybe priced a bit high at 80.00. I just don't see a huge difference between shoes liek this and the 40.00 dollar running shoes I found at DSW.
Appearance
White with bright blue detailing.
Customer Service
Bought these at Phidippides in Atlanta, GA. Wow, what a great experience. They had me try on at least 6 pairs of shoes and then had me running around the store in them while they watched for issues with my feet. They were the nicest people I have dealt with in a long time.
Performance
So far so good.
Strengths
Light weight, good cushion without being spongy.
Weakness
They are so white out of the box that they hurt my eyes.
The laces seem a bit short and the top eyelet is a bit high on my foot.
- 5 people use
- 44 workouts logged
- 748.11 miles / 82.49 hours logged
Ease of installation
Fit great out of the box. I installed them on my feet and ran a mile the first night.