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ASICS  GEL-MC Plus
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Men's ASICS GEL-MC Plus

Item #ASC494
Classic
Reg: $87.99
VIP: $79.19

What's This?

Average Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars
! Fit Size: Buy this shoe 1/2 size up

Motion control throughout the midsole, only found in the good ol' Asics GEL MC Plus V. This running shoe is designed for the heavy runner and severe over-pronator who quickly breaks down the midsole and needs a firm shoe. 15 ounces

Men's ASICS GEL-MC Plus

Item #ASC494
Classic
Reg: $87.99
VIP: $79.19

What's This?

Average Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars
Shock Absorption:
Heel|GEL|Forefoot|GEL
Toebox Width:
Medium
Heel Fit:
Medium
Shoe Construction:
Slip last
Midsole Material:
Compression molded EVA
Outsole Material:
Carbon rubber
Upper Material:
Mesh|Synthetic leather
Country of Origin:
United States
Gender:
Men's
 

Men's ASICS GEL-MC Plus

Item #ASC494
Classic
Reg: $87.99
VIP: $79.19

What's This?

Average Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars
17 Runners have reviewed this product.
1.    Jerry rated this product 2 stars
Wed, June 25,2008:
I had an awful break-in period with these. The padding in the heel blistered me for weeks.

2.    Robert rated this product 3 stars
Fri, January 04,2008:
I've been wearing these shoes since they came out, also buying 3-4 pair every year. In the last few years I also noticed the problem with the heel cup. I don't know if this is me or the shoe but I'm going to have to give this shoe up. It's been a great shoe but doesn't work for me any more.

3.    Michael rated this product 5 stars
Wed, November 21,2007:
These shoes are awesome!!!!!!! I'm 270 lbs and run 15 to 20 mpw and these shoes hold up better than any kind I've ever worn. Please do not get rid of them.

4.    Eric rated this product 2 stars
Sat, October 27,2007:
Maybe I got a bad batch, but I've been running in these shoes for many years and the last two pairs had problems with the heel cups. I typically run over 20 miles a week (6'1 - 220) and this was the first time these shoes gave me blisters due to the heel cups which seemed misaligned; wore a hole ri...

5.    Dave Slone rated this product 5 stars
Thu, October 04,2007:
This shoe is heavy, but it is the only shoe that I've been happy with in my more than 10-years of wearing it. My ony fear is that someday I won't be able to get it anymore!

6.    Phil Jackson rated this product 5 stars
Tue, June 26,2007:
I have used the Gel MC for many years. It is nice to be able to order a shoe which I know works for me.

7.    p. rice rated this product 5 stars
Fri, May 11,2007:
I am a heavy walker/ runner (6-0--215) and I break down shoes very quickly--these are the best --most durable shoes I have owned first pair lasted 11 months--very comfortable and supportive

8.    Rob rated this product 5 stars
Mon, January 29,2007:
A podiatrist assited me several years ago with this shoe and no other shoe has even come close. If you need a motion Control shoe, this is it. I have been running in these for many years now! This is the best..

9.    Troy rated this product 5 stars
Sun, November 19,2006:
I initially thought this shoe wasn't going to work for me because it seems to place the heel lower and my foot was getting a bit creaky in the PF area. Over time, the foot quit protesting and I found that anytime I was having trouble I would go back to this pair. Soon I had put almost double my norm...

10.    Mark Morash rated this product 4 stars
Tue, March 14,2006:
6'2" 210 2/3 rigid orthotics. I bought a bunch of shoes and tried the New Balance 1010 for a 5 miler. After 1 I headed back because I could feel the shin splints coming on. I switched to these and ran three miles to finish my 5. I like them, but they seem to lack enough cushioning in the ball of my ...

11.    Jim Clanton rated this product 4 stars
Tue, October 25,2005:
I have been buying Gel Kayano (in the clearance store) but they ran out of my size. I bought these instead (in the clearance store). I go through a pair of shoes in about 10 weeks, so price is important. The MC plus is not nearly the shoe as the Kayano, but adequate if I don't push the mileage. I a...

12.    Phillip Dampier rated this product 3 stars
Wed, July 06,2005:
I had been wearing these shoes for about three years, usually ordering two at a time and tossing them after around four months (I am an overweight walker for exercise that does 3.5 miles per day, 7x per week). The shoe's best feature for me is the wide toe box. I am really between a 4E and 6E width...

13.    Rob rated this product 5 stars
Sat, March 19,2005:
I have tried all the other motion control shoes. I wear orthotics and run about 15 miles a week. This is the best shoe I have ever worn. Shin Splints are GONE!

14.    JJ rated this product 3 stars
Sun, October 03,2004:
I have now had about 20 pairs of these as I buy two pairs at a time and alternate, running about 16 miles a week. I am 6' 210#. The shoes are the best when new, but I am getting only 140 miles per pair before I start to feel the pounding BIG TIME in my feet and lower legs. I am going to try Brook...

15.    Dallas Pettingill rated this product 5 stars
Mon, June 07,2004:
I absolutely love this running shoe. I have tried several other Asic shoes and several other brands and keep coming back to the stability and motion control of this outstanding running shoe. Asic's should know when they have a winner, and this is a winner!

16.    Jeff rated this product 5 stars
Fri, February 13,2004:
I fell in love with the original MC Plus several years ago before leaving for Army Basic Training. Since then I've tried a few other brands' MC shoes, and have been disappointed each time. I keep coming back to the roomy toebox and perfect support and control of these shoes. I wish Asics would qu...

17.    Jordan rated this product 5 stars
Wed, February 26,2003:
I have been doing high-speed training in these shoes for over 2 years now and they are the greatest motion control shoes made. They are comfortable and still work for overpronators.

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