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76% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
84% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
83% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Excellent arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
Brooks Ariel®
Number of reviews: 12
Average customer ratings:
Overall:
Comfort: Look:
2008-11-09 19:01:47 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from Oregon
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Brooks are fabulous - I had been buying Brooks shoes for quite a while then stopped. I went back to them again this summer because I was walking a lot. They are great shoes. This pair is a little wider and longer than my other pair. In general they are the best tennis shoes I have found. Just double check your size. I could have gone down a ½ size and could have probably worn a medium in this style. Just my thoughts.
2008-11-04 10:33:17 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
A little different than I thought - This is a great shoe. I already had a pair of Ariels in lime green and white and wanted a different color; however, I was disappointed that this pair seemed a little tighter than my original pair even though they are the same size! Perhaps they will stretch out a little as time goes by. They are not uncomfortable just a little snug. This is a fantastic shoe if you are flat-footed like I am. I must wear an orthotic in one shoe and a brace on the other so finding a shoe that fits and is comfortable is very tough. I am very pleased with this shoe in spite of the slight imperfect fit. Make sure your foot is measured by a professional if you have any foot problems.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Easy Spirit Booties with your orthotic.
2008-10-23 12:50:44 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Shaina from Boston, MA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Excellent non-athletic sneaker! I bought the black/silver pair, and received them in the mail today. They are very cute to wear with jeans when you are running around, but are definitely stable enough to run in. I was looking for a shoe I can wear while going for a walk around the city or running errands without throwing on my gym sneakers, and these are the perfect pair. Also, I requested free shipping, and was upgraded to overnight priority and received my shoes a little bit more than 24 hours after I purchased them. Perfect service and products!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: New Balance, Nike, Adidas
2008-10-22 08:15:34 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from Seattle, WA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Brooks Ariel - The shoes are so fabulous. They were recommended by our Podiatrist, and they have excellent support in all ways. I also appreciate Zappos fabulous shipping. The item came fast! Highly recommend these shoes and Zappos.
2008-10-07 16:36:58 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from God's Country, Upper Michigan
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Nice! Great support in arch and ankle, nice sock lining makes the mesh a bit more tolerable, good toe room. I have PF and a heel spur and this shoe is the only thing I am able to tolerate. I wear my orthotic w/the shoe. I did order it 1/2 size larger than I normally wear and it was a perfect fit. Great customer support, thanks Zappos Team!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Asics
2008-10-04 11:22:22 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from Newnan, GA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
My podiatrist recommended "Brooks" brand shoes. When I researched Ariel was the best for the "pronation" problem I now live with. When I went to a local department store I was given only 1 choice. I purchased them as it was part of my new regimen. Since then I ordered these from Zappos...which came the next day...and they have become my favorite shoes. I can work all day in them, still be able to stand and make dinner and not be crying with pain. They are very attractive. I will be ordering more Brooks and definitely from Zappos.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Merrell
2008-10-03 12:46:11 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from U.S. Kentucky
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Brooks Ariel OK - I ordered this shoe because I was experiencing pain in the ball of my left foot, probably from over pronation. I am on my feet, on concrete, for 12 plus hours a day at work. The ball of foot pain is almost gone after 3 weeks.
2008-10-02 11:20:46 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Maggie M from Alabama
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Snazzy - I feel so much cleaner now in my bright, new shoes. Originally, I didn't want this shoe as it was significantly whiter than my older Brooks Ariel pair. However, I like them. I just hope I can keep them clean! They are very comfortable. I use orthotics because my arch is very high and they fit into this shoe just dandy.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: The Aetrex Essence Suede/Leather Lace Up shoe worked well for me to wear with black cargo pants.
2008-10-02 05:12:33 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Nancy F from Little Falls, New Jersey
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Good Shoes for Flat-Footed Over-Pronators! I've had flat feet all my life... I leave "duck" prints on board walks, but I never had a problem until recently. Age has caught up and the over-pronation started to bother my knees and hips. I needed to find a shoe that was more comfortable and this one fits the bill. It has good support and cants my feet slightly in an outer direction. Seems to work.
2008-09-28 20:55:11 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from Baytown, TX
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Brooks Ariel - These shoes are comfortable, airy, and offer great support. I have to give it a two star rating on comfort because they are not comfortable because they are not wide enough even though I ordered a wide. I wore them because I evacuated hurricane Ike with them, and ended up with blisters on my small and neighboring toe. I passed on my New Balance 1123's because they have such bad odor even when new. Next time, I will try an extra-wide, and they may be the perfect shoe.
2008-09-24 11:49:24 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Karen from Oregon
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
My Third Pair - I've been purchasing this shoe for the last 8 years and am now on my third pair---not because the first two wore out but because I've walked three 3-day Walks for Breast Cancer and having a new pair of shoes in which to train is good motivation. Obviously, I love this shoe because I keep purchasing it---same brand, same model, same size.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: MBT Shoes
2008-09-19 08:43:46 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Pj from San Jose, California
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
PJ - I have tried every motion control shoe on the market and this is by far the best. No knee pain, no rubbing, and no blisters! They fit like a glove and do not feel heavy at all despite the weight. Right out of the box I was able to run 4 miles straight. My feet have never felt so good! Best shoes ever!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: New Balance 1011
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Write an online review and share your thoughts with other Zappos.com customers!
76% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
84% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
83% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Excellent arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
Brooks Ariel®
Number of reviews: 12
Average customer ratings:
Overall:
Comfort: Look: 2008-11-09 19:01:47 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from Oregon
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Brooks are fabulous - I had been buying Brooks shoes for quite a while then stopped. I went back to them again this summer because I was walking a lot. They are great shoes. This pair is a little wider and longer than my other pair. In general they are the best tennis shoes I have found. Just double check your size. I could have gone down a ½ size and could have probably worn a medium in this style. Just my thoughts.
2008-11-04 10:33:17 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
A little different than I thought - This is a great shoe. I already had a pair of Ariels in lime green and white and wanted a different color; however, I was disappointed that this pair seemed a little tighter than my original pair even though they are the same size! Perhaps they will stretch out a little as time goes by. They are not uncomfortable just a little snug. This is a fantastic shoe if you are flat-footed like I am. I must wear an orthotic in one shoe and a brace on the other so finding a shoe that fits and is comfortable is very tough. I am very pleased with this shoe in spite of the slight imperfect fit. Make sure your foot is measured by a professional if you have any foot problems.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Easy Spirit Booties with your orthotic.
2008-10-23 12:50:44 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Shaina from Boston, MA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Excellent non-athletic sneaker! I bought the black/silver pair, and received them in the mail today. They are very cute to wear with jeans when you are running around, but are definitely stable enough to run in. I was looking for a shoe I can wear while going for a walk around the city or running errands without throwing on my gym sneakers, and these are the perfect pair. Also, I requested free shipping, and was upgraded to overnight priority and received my shoes a little bit more than 24 hours after I purchased them. Perfect service and products!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: New Balance, Nike, Adidas
2008-10-22 08:15:34 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from Seattle, WA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Brooks Ariel - The shoes are so fabulous. They were recommended by our Podiatrist, and they have excellent support in all ways. I also appreciate Zappos fabulous shipping. The item came fast! Highly recommend these shoes and Zappos.
2008-10-07 16:36:58 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from God's Country, Upper Michigan
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Nice! Great support in arch and ankle, nice sock lining makes the mesh a bit more tolerable, good toe room. I have PF and a heel spur and this shoe is the only thing I am able to tolerate. I wear my orthotic w/the shoe. I did order it 1/2 size larger than I normally wear and it was a perfect fit. Great customer support, thanks Zappos Team!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Asics
2008-10-04 11:22:22 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from Newnan, GA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
My podiatrist recommended "Brooks" brand shoes. When I researched Ariel was the best for the "pronation" problem I now live with. When I went to a local department store I was given only 1 choice. I purchased them as it was part of my new regimen. Since then I ordered these from Zappos...which came the next day...and they have become my favorite shoes. I can work all day in them, still be able to stand and make dinner and not be crying with pain. They are very attractive. I will be ordering more Brooks and definitely from Zappos.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Merrell
2008-10-03 12:46:11 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from U.S. Kentucky
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Brooks Ariel OK - I ordered this shoe because I was experiencing pain in the ball of my left foot, probably from over pronation. I am on my feet, on concrete, for 12 plus hours a day at work. The ball of foot pain is almost gone after 3 weeks.
2008-10-02 11:20:46 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Maggie M from Alabama
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Snazzy - I feel so much cleaner now in my bright, new shoes. Originally, I didn't want this shoe as it was significantly whiter than my older Brooks Ariel pair. However, I like them. I just hope I can keep them clean! They are very comfortable. I use orthotics because my arch is very high and they fit into this shoe just dandy.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: The Aetrex Essence Suede/Leather Lace Up shoe worked well for me to wear with black cargo pants.
2008-10-02 05:12:33 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Nancy F from Little Falls, New Jersey
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Good Shoes for Flat-Footed Over-Pronators! I've had flat feet all my life... I leave "duck" prints on board walks, but I never had a problem until recently. Age has caught up and the over-pronation started to bother my knees and hips. I needed to find a shoe that was more comfortable and this one fits the bill. It has good support and cants my feet slightly in an outer direction. Seems to work.
2008-09-28 20:55:11 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Anonymous from Baytown, TX
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Brooks Ariel - These shoes are comfortable, airy, and offer great support. I have to give it a two star rating on comfort because they are not comfortable because they are not wide enough even though I ordered a wide. I wore them because I evacuated hurricane Ike with them, and ended up with blisters on my small and neighboring toe. I passed on my New Balance 1123's because they have such bad odor even when new. Next time, I will try an extra-wide, and they may be the perfect shoe.
2008-09-24 11:49:24 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Karen from Oregon
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
My Third Pair - I've been purchasing this shoe for the last 8 years and am now on my third pair---not because the first two wore out but because I've walked three 3-day Walks for Breast Cancer and having a new pair of shoes in which to train is good motivation. Obviously, I love this shoe because I keep purchasing it---same brand, same model, same size.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: MBT Shoes
2008-09-19 08:43:46 Brooks Ariel®
Reviewer: Pj from San Jose, California
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
PJ - I have tried every motion control shoe on the market and this is by far the best. No knee pain, no rubbing, and no blisters! They fit like a glove and do not feel heavy at all despite the weight. Right out of the box I was able to run 4 miles straight. My feet have never felt so good! Best shoes ever!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: New Balance 1011
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