Asics Men's Gel-Contend 8 Running Shoes

Asics Men's Gel-Contend 8 Running Shoes

(4.6)
4436 Reviews

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Specifications

  • Origin: Imported.
  • Sole material: Rubber, providing good traction.
  • Outer material: Mesh for enhanced breathability.
  • Inner material: Mesh ensuring comfort and ventilation.

The Asics Men's Gel-Contend 8 Running Shoes are designed to provide a comfortable and stable running experience. With a focus on impact absorption and support, these shoes aim to enhance your performance whether you're hitting the pavement or tackling trails. The innovative features ensure that your feet remain cushioned and secure, allowing you to concentrate on your run without distractions.

Features

  • Rearfoot GEL technology cushioning: Improves impact absorption and creates a softer feeling at footstrike.
  • Jacquard mesh upper: Enhances airflow for better breathability during your runs.
  • OrthoLite sockliner: Provides excellent step-in comfort for all-day wear.
  • Flex grooves in the outsole: Improve flexibility, allowing for a more natural stride.
  • Synthetic stitching on the overlays: Increases support and durability of the shoe.

Pros

  • High comfort level thanks to the OrthoLite sockliner.
  • Excellent stability and support during various movements.
  • Lightweight design helps reduce fatigue over long distances.
  • Positive user feedback with an impressive rating of 4.6 from over 4,400 reviews.

Cons

  • Some users may find the fit slightly narrow, so trying them on is recommended.
  • Limited color options available compared to other models.

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What Customers Say

W
5 / 5

These Are So Comfy For Walking

Bought these for my husband to walk in. He loves them! And he is hard to please. Fits true to size. Very comfortable and does not rub. His feet do not get tired in these. Great price and great quality.

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J
5 / 5

Running shoes

Super comfortable. Fits perfectly and the quality is alright. Feet feel great in them

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L
5 / 5

Style and Comfort, Reasonably Priced

I love ASICS so I bought these as a gift for my son. He said he wears 10.5, I ordered 10.5 and the for is perfect. He said they are very comfortable; I knew they would be since I had purchased the same style for myself and my husband last year. This was a great buy for a great price. The fit for an ASICS is always spot on. The style is always cool, the shows always lightweight, and ASICS are always well made. I wear mine for exercise but he will give them an everyday use.

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J
4 / 5

Comfy sneakers but not the best for achy joints or high volume running on pavement.

These are a nice, breathable workout sneaker for the price. They do, however, have a rather firm midsole. So unless you have never had any issues with knee pain, it's probably best to avoid these for high volume running on pavement or harder surfaces (treadmills seems to be Ok). I've struggled with some joint pain (esp. knees) that re-surfaced while I was wearing these and got much over 20 miles a week running on pavement. Going to a more cushioned model helped resolve this knee pain. But if you have a lower BMI, good running form, and no history of joint pain, these might be great for you.On the positive, these were very comfortable out of the box, fit my average width feet well, and offered good support. I wear between a size 10 1/2 and a size 11 (men's) most of the time, and the 10 1/2s fit my foot well. I'm not really thrilled with the insoles on these; they are a fairly cheap looking foam and, although not initially glued in, get stuck to midsole over time and tend to tear when you try to remove them for drying, etc.Although very breathable, the uppers are a little flimsy and developed some holes pretty quickly. I got a bit over 200 miles out of these before the outsoles started wearing through in the toe area. I don't have the best running gait and tend to supinate a bit, so your mileage may vary.If you want a nice pair of good value sneakers for walking, working out at the gym, and/or running off pavement, these should be comfy, very breathable, and supportive for most folks. If, however, you have a history of knee pain and/or plan to run a lot on pavement, it's probably best to find something with a softer midsole and/or more overall cushion. Also, you can probably find a more durable outsole in more mid to high end models.

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D
5 / 5

Great sneaker for walking

I walk on a treadmill and outside, usually 3-6 miles each day. I wanted a comfortable and durable walking sneaker and these have been great! I keep going back to ASICS as my favorite sneaker for many decades.

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A
5 / 5

My favorite brand of sneakers, comfortable, airy and last long.

Love my ASICS sneakers, I never miss an opportunity to buy more pairs, especially when they go on sale and use them when I wear out an old pair

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G
5 / 5

Economy sneaker, unmatched!

Affordable, comfortable, sleek enough. The perfect work place shoe to be comfortable and easy to walk in. Nike 11 is also an 11 with these shoes so fit should match your usual size!

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