Description
The GEL-EXCITE 9 (Extra Wide) shoe is a comfortable trainer for the casual fitness runner. Thanks to its engineered jacquard mesh upper, this material increases airflow while creating a softer feel against your foot. A combination of AMPLIFOAM cushioning and GEL technology are placed in the midsole. These features provide better impact absorption with a more forgiving landing at footstrike.
Dennis Perkins –
I like ASICS shoes generally and this pair of shoes are very comfortable and reasonably priced. This is my 3rd time I have gone shoe shopping and ended up with ASICS.
Lau es –
We just purchased his second pair after the first took us through nearly 3 seasons of nearly daily use. Comfortable even with orthopedic insoles, light weight. Replacing because wear and tear caused holes in the mesh where his toes rub the most.
T. Hunt –
I am very pleased with the comfort and fit of these shoes. I have flat feet and this shoe is roomer and feels great.
Ashley M. –
After coming from years and years of discount brand “running shoes” I am very happy. Shoes came true to size and are extremely comfortable. They have held up well to daily treadmill use and casual outings. At the tail end of summer they have seemed to breathe well and have not become uncomfortably hot even with prolonged use. Actually invested in a second pair to have the versatility for outings and daily life and a cleaner pair around the house and on the treadmill. Not a fan of tracking whatever I walk through outside all over the house. Both pairs look great and seem to be a high quality material fit and finish. Shoes are grippy on treadmill belts without feeling like I’m rooted in place.
TLDR I might have low standards from previous cheap pairs but I love these and now own 2 pair and I’m not even fancy like that.
Roger W. Stewart –
Llegaron en bolsa, no en caja.
Y por lo mismo todos aplastados
Red –
I have loved them so far! They are lightweight and have been very comfortable so far! I have a very narrow foot and these fit amazing! When I need a new set I will be going with these again!
Michelle –
I bought one pair and they were so comfortable from the first wearing that I ordered another pair. Unfortunately they aren’t available so I ordered Asics Contends and they didn’t work for me (I reviewed them separately. )
Please bring these ones back Asics…they were perfect!
Ashley M. –
First off I am writing this review only to help others. I have received no compensation of any kind for it.
Second off, I’ve been running since 1998 (25 years). I’m currently in my mid 40s and working towards a goal of running 3,000 miles (the distance across the continental U.S.) bit-by-bit between 40 and 50. I run 3-5 miles 3X a week, no more/no less. Since age 42 I’ve run 1700 miles. I’ve written running shoe reviews semi-professionally in the past, too. So I am pretty qualified to review a running shoe.
Thirdly, my preferred brand is ASICS. I have tried a lot of shoe brands as a semi-professional reviewer because they were sent to me, but I always have come back to ASICS because they just…work. I believe the straight lasting is a lot of the reason why. Also, the tendency of the ASICS brand to put their premium technology into their budget models (GEL cushioning, for example) brings me back again and again. They just make the best affordable runners on the market.
Fourthly, I have always been an advocate for budget running shoes, provided they are well-designed. I have tried the expensive ones at various times and have developed more typical running injuries in those than I have in a solid pair of reasonably-priced running shoes. Particularly, I do not like ultra-cushioned shoes. I like a low-to-the-ground natural feel when I run. In ultra-cushioned shoes, I can’t get ground-feedback when running and that’s a fail for me. It’s like running in space. It’s weird.
Fifthly, and this is probably the main point, the ASICS Excite series is a favorite of mine. I have used the Excite 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, and now 9. They keep getting better. I find that they have just enough cushioning to dampen impact but not so much as to throw off my gait. I use them with my doctor-prescribed orthotics (pictured) and the combo works very well. If I were a distance runner (like a marathoner) I might need a shoe with more cushioning, but for 3-5 miles 3X a week these are absolutely ideal. ASICS has priced this model very reasonably which is great given the high-level tech used here; the GEL heel cushion plus Amplifoam midsole are superb for dampening shock from the road. The outsoles are durable too. The uppers aren’t as tough as those on the Excite 8 but it still works fine for me. Fit is on-point too. Overall for what these cost you will likely not find a better performance runner.
So in summary, if you’re a regular runner/jogger and looking for a good solid shoe to use for shorter distances (up to 6 or 7 miles), look no further. These are absolutely superb and I honestly like them better than many shoes that cost twice as much or more!
Zenguy –
Good fit,very light, good quality.
Zenguy –
This shoe was less expensive, looks really good, extremely comfortable! When you’re on your feet all day every day 5, 6, 7 days a week this is about the best you could ask for
Jay Ewing –
Asics are comfortable shoes for me. These shoes feel good and fit well. I am a 10.5 and ordered a 10.5 and they fit perfectly for me.
Julian soto –
muy recomendable
biff –
Buen producto