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Nike Max Breathe Free II Wh/Gy Women's Shoes Customer feedback

Comments: I ordered these shoes for my daughter after reading all the great comments, but I really didn't expect to keep them. She has an extremely difficult time finding comfortable shoes when trying them on in person. BUT she absolutely loved these shoes from the moment she put them on! She has very long toes and a long, narrow foot and heel, and these fit her perfectly! I'll definitely continue ordering them for her, as long as she's playing tennis!
From: Renee, Mount Juliet, TN, USA. 10/09

Comments: These shoes are very nice, comfortable and very light weight. This pair of shoes I've been using in my practice and tournament. I wish Nike would make different colors.
From: Adrianne, Bergenfield, NJ, USA, 10/09

Comments: My daughter loves these shoes. They fit her narrow, flat feet very well. No break in time needed. I hope Nike never stops making these shoes.
From: Catherine, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, 10/09

Comments: I DO NOT LIKE THESE SHOES AT ALL! I have NOT worn the shoes to play in because I am returning them so I cannot say how they feel after I play. Although I wear a medium size shoe with a medium arch, there was too much room in the toe area. There was no cushioning (or least I could not feel any) in the heal or bottom part of the shoe. I could immediately feel a place where the shoe would be rubbing on top of my foot near my toes. The only thing I liked was the "snugness" of the shoe because my Prince shoes stretched out after a while.
From: Debbie Williamson, Poplarville, MS, United States 10/09

Comments: These shoes kills my feet! The arch of my foot is aching by the time I am done playing. I train 2-3 hours a day, and these shoes have been some of the worst I have tried.
From: Tiffany, Tennessee 09/09

Comments: Lightweight and comfortable, but wore out the quickest of any Nike tennis shoe I've ever tried. Breathe Free III was better for wear, but unfortunately discontinued by Nike.
From: Kay, NJ, USA 07/09

Comments: I loved these shoes a couple of years ago when they had the cool pink and blue colors. I stopped wearing them, but decided to try them again. It took about a week to break them in; the first couple days my feet and legs were killing me. Once they got broken in they are nice. They are very breathable, so my feet don't get to hot and comfortable. I play about 6 times a week, 3 hours a day and they have held up nicely so far. I would recommend them if you have time to break them in.
From: mo, colorado. 7/09

Comments: I loved these shoes when I first wore them then my feet started KILLING me! My toes went completely numb. Too expensive to be disappointed.
From: Debi, North Caldwell, NJ, USA, 06/09

Comments: I LOVE this Nike tennis shoe! It is lightweight, feminine, and low to the ground, so you don't have to worry about ankle problems. I have had about 10 pairs of this specific shoe. My only problem is the color! Nike needs to bring back the pretty purple, pink, blue versions of this shoe from a couple years ago!!
From: Audrey, Georgia, USA. 2/09

Comments: I usually don't comment, but these shoes really are great. I have long toes, a narrow foot, a narrow ankle, and require a wide toe box. These shoes are comfortable out of the box. I'm on my fifth or sixth pair (lost count) and always keep a new pair in reserve in case Nike stops making them.
From: Julia, Lexington, KY. 2/09

Comments: I love this shoe! It is very lightweight and you don't have to break them in. I have never rolled my ankle in this shoe. A great shoe overall. It does wear out a little too fast but you just can't beat the shoe for performance and comfort.
From: Julie, Atlanta, Georgia, USA. 2/09

Comments: This shoe fit comfortably from the moment I put it on. I wore it around the house and on the elliptical machine for several hours before hitting the courts. I've played in it twice, playing two sets each time, and have not experienced any negatives. It's lightweight and is very easy to move around the court without catching on the shoe edges. I hope Nike continues to make this shoe, I think it'll be my tennis shoe of choice for a long time to come!
From: Pam, San Leandro, CA. 2/09

Comments: This is the most comfortable tennis shoe I have ever had!! I wish Nike made them in more color combination's to match all of my outfits! Fits and feels like a sock! Great traction on the court. I used to roll my ankle all the time, but not in these. I feel so in control with these shoes. Hopefully, Nike will keep making these!
From: Beryl, Slidell, LA, USA. 9/08

Comments: This is my 8th pair. I absolutely LOVE these shoes. You don't have to break them in, but they don't last that long. I train 4 -5 hours a day and they last me 1 - 1.5 months. They also don't look that big. An overall good buy!
From: Tanya, Canada. 9/08

Comments: Yikes! I felt compelled to share a different review, after so many glowing ones. These shoes, although lightweight, absolutely KILL my feet. My toes and insteps go to sleep each time I try and play in them. They seem roomy enough, but obviously something is not right. Just don't seem to have good luck with Nike. I so wanted them to work, but definitely not for me! $120, down the drain!
From: Sandi, Dallas, TX, USA. 9/08

Comments: I love this shoe. I used to wear these K-Swiss shoes that weighed a TON. I didn't know any better - it's what some guy sold me when I first started playing. I'd get these awful cramps in my instep. These shoes feel like I am playing on air, and they fit my feet like a glove. They DO break down faster it seems - I thought I was crazy when at about 4 months, they felt a bit less supportive. It's now about 5.5 months and I think it's time for a new pair but I don't care because it has been a WONDERFUL 5.5 months. My shoe is no longer holding me back.
From: Erin, Seattle, WA. 7/08

Comments: I blew through these soles in 4 weeks playing 3-4 times weekly. I also developed shin splints and returned to my Prince T-10s for now. Very disappointed with the lack of support and poor sole lifespan. On the plus side, they are so lightweight and breathe well. I am very disappointed in Nike shoes lack of quality and do not plan to buy from them again- what a pity.
From: Linda, Elkhart, IN, USA, 06/08

Comments: This is the best shoe ever! I recommend everybody to get them. They might wear out a little fast but I think it's worth it! Get this shoe I have had another Nike and they weren't as good!
From: annie, texarkana, texas, usa. 6/08

Comments: I have flat feet and had a hard time finding shoes that I was comfortable in but this shoe is GREAT! I wore them for the first time when playing in a tournament and forgot I had new shoes on. No break in is required.
From: April, Atlanta, GA. 6/08

Comments: I love these shoes. I loved my first pair so much that I wore a hole in them.
From: Jocel, Atlanta, GA, USA. 5/08

Comments: This is the best shoe ever.
From: Staci. 4/08

Comments: I just purchased these shoes. They felt great on my feet and compared to others, not as bulky. I've been told Nike no longer honors the 6-month outsole guarantee, but this site is showing that they do. Will Nike honor this regardless of where I purchased them or only from this site (similar site)? Thanks!
From: Campos, Chicago, IL
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Comments: Love this shoe! But I go though the sole very easily, on third pair this year. Got first pair free from Nike, but will still keep buying them I�d they only last me 5 months at a time.
From: Christina, Center Valley, PA, USA, 01/08

Comments: Every shoe I put on takes three to four wears for them to feel comfortable. A few girls I play with on a weekly basis recommended these shoes to me. I put them on and about an hour later, one of the girls asked how they felt. I completely forgot they were new shoes. They are great! I have worn them for about a month now, and they haven't hurt one bit. I recommend these shoes to anyone.
From: Stephanie, Atlanta, GA. 1/08

Comments: I do not like Nike shoes for anything but tennis. These shoes are extremely comfortable. I actually have a wide foot and a high arch, and they fit great with those "Sole Support" inserts. Highly recommend. The only negative is that I think there should be one more hole for the laces to go through near the ankle.
From: Meredith, Denver, Colorado, USA. 12/07

Comments: The best shoe I've ever worn and I've had some nightmare shoes! I wanted to thank all of you ladies for your reviews. After reading pages and pages of reviews for all different brands of tennis shoes on this site, I picked this one because of all of your reviews. I ordered my normal half size larger as I do when purchasing Nike shoes, as they tend to run narrow and a bit short. When they arrived, they were really roomy in the toe box and even the length was generous. I actually needed my correct size and needed to send these back for a half size smaller but I couldn't stand to take them off my feet, they felt so wonderful! A half hour after putting them on out of the box, I went to a two-hour clinic. They needed no break in whatsoever. I noticed the increase and ease of my footwork and ease of side to side and up and back movement. I never once even came close to rolling over my ankle, either. And I move pretty hard. I could feel good contact with the court. There is no lag when pushing off the front foot. My feet are the quickest in these shoes. I ordered a second pair in my actual size this time, instead of adding a half size because Nike tends to run narrow. These are still comfy in the toes box. Now with the proper size, I can stop hard and not slam my toes in to the end of the shoe. Because this shoes is built with the nice roomy toe box, for the first time I've been able to wear a cushioned sock if I choose to. I've never had the room before. Before these shoes, I'd feel fatigue in my feet and legs under an hour on the court. With these shoes I can play three plus hours.
From: Anon, 11/07

Comments: AWESOME for people with narrow, flat feet. They are comfortable and don�t slip on your feet. The tongue of the shoe is attached so you don�t have to pull it up all the time. They last very long for players who play everyday.
From: Kaylie, Jacksonville, FL, USA, 10/07

Comments: I hated that the shoe tongue was sewn to the shoe. I have a high arch, and I couldn�t even get my foot in to check for fit. I loosened the laces and took out the innersole, and still couldn't get it on. I was very disappointed on what I think is a manufacturing shortcut. Have women's sport shoes been made this way for long? I haven't bought a women's sport shoe for some time because I have a long foot and need a wider toe box, and just bought men's shoes. I was looking forward to a lighter weight, less bulky shoe, but alas that sewn in tongue.
From: Nancy, Davis, CA, USA, 09/07

Comments: Best looking tennis shoes by far! Have owned 4 pair! I have a very narrow heel and have found these don't slip. Comfortable, fashionable, but wear out fairly quickly and I don't ever "wear out" any other kind of shoe. All in all, thumbs up!
From: Margo, Jonesboro, AR, USA, 05/07

Comments: I have just received this shoe and wore it for the first time on Monday to play tennis. It was so comfortable; did not need any breaking in. Felt like it was made for my foot. I need toe room and a wide forefoot and it has all that. Fits like it was made for my foot. Wonderful shoe!
From: Barbara, Rogers, AR, USA, 03/07

Comments: I love this shoe! Of the Nike shoes I have worn, this is the most comfortable.
From: Karrie, St. Petersburg, FL, USA, 02/07

Comments: Love the shoe! Great support and rollover control, light and comfy. But, like most great things.. doesn't last at all!
From: Maria, Boca Raton, FL, USA. 1/07

Comments: I really liked these shoes. I never got any blisters or ripped the skin on my feet. But, they do wear out in about a month or so if you play a ton of tennis.
From: Alex, Des Moines, IA, USA, 01/07

Comments: This is my favorite tennis shoe. I have narrow feet and high arches and these fit really well. I am going on my third pair now. My only complaint is that the soles wear out kind of quickly, but it may just be because I play a lot.
From: Ellen, Seattle, WA, USA, 11/06

Comments: After trying a lot of brands and styles, I found that that this shoe was the best of the best. Although they wore out in about two months, they were so comfortable and I don't get any foot pain anymore. I am a club member, playing about 4 days a week and a few tournament a months, so these shoes definitely held up to their ability! I fully recommend them!
From: Elizabeth, Pittsburgh, PA, USA. 11/06

Comments: Best tennis shoes on the planet! The tongue-less design is classic and one I hope Nike keeps. It's like wearing a pair of socks that offer total support and confidence when going all out in a game. They're light, comfortable and breathable - even in brutal 90+ degree temps and high humidity. Keep it up, Nike!
From: Mary, Plantation, FL, USA. 11/06

Comments: Well, I guess I am the only one who doesn�t like this shoe. The first time I wore them they were a dream. Light and cool, they are very attractive. The second time I wore them my plantar fasciitis flared up which I hadn�t had a problem with that in about 5 years. I continued to wear them because they are so expensive (and they match my uniform). Now I have a terrible case of plantars that is keeping me off the courts.
From: Stacey, Tracy, CA, USA. 11/06

Comments: These shoes are very comfortable but since I have very narrow feet, my feet were kind of swimming in the toe box, which slowed me down on court a little. Does anyone recommend the Air Zoom Revive for people with narrow feet? (Dina, we recommend the Air Zoom Animo as it offers a narrow fit. The Air Zoom Revive is fairly generous in the forefoot - TW STAFF)
From: Dina, Egypt. 10/06

Comments: I absolutely LOVE this shoe. I have had no problems with them. Previously, I was using the vapors and I went up a 1/2 size like they said, but my feet were still smashed in the tiny toe box. I felt like there wasn't enough room for my big toe. I actually lost my left big toenail because of it. I am a loyal Nike buyer for both sneakers and sneakers, so I decided to try another pair. These shoes however, have plenty of room for my toes. My toes aren't smashed at all. I can run full speed and suddenly stop and my toes still don't jam into the front of the toe box. They are great for practice and great for play. I don't really have a problem with my soles wearing out like some of the others and I play frequently in the summer and I am still on my first pair. Bottom line.......... THESE SHOES ARE THE BEST SHOES I HAVE PLAYED TENNIS IN.
From: Ashley, Wilmington, DE, USA. 10/06

Comments: As a person with wide feet, it is difficult to find a pair of shoes that are not too tight across the wide part of the foot. Especially in the Nike brand. These are not too tight at all. As a matter of fact they are very forgiving while at the same time supportive. I will buy them again.
From: Michele, Lenexa, KS 08/06

Comments: After I wore these shoes my ankles hurt but I just had to strengthen the ankle muscles and now they are 100 percent better. There is actually nothing wrong with this shoe. So comfortable and breathable for your foot. I never have any problem with my feet and I can move quickly around the court, not to mention they�re cute too. Lasts pretty long for me, I am a club player who plays a couple tournaments a month. But remember; wear good, dry socks to avoid blisters.
From: Jane, Georgia 08/06

Comments:Best shoes I have ever had for tennis!
From: Anonymous

Comments: I play singles so when I reach for a ball my body is able to move forward because of the soft toe box. No more big toenail pain. I have lost too many big toenails. Unbelievable quickness with this shoe. I called them my magic shoes. Actually I think the shoes lasts as long as any other Nike shoe. I buy 3 pairs at a time cause Nike in the past has always changed styles when you finally found a shoe that works.
From: Sheri, Rancho Santa Fe, Ca. USA 07/06

Comments: I have always been a hardcore Adidas fan but friends told me to get these shoes and tried them out they are very comfortable and I love the uni-tounge fit. I just can�t get enough of these shoes durability. Excellent balance, traction and breathability I give these shoes a ten out of ten.
From: David, Bakersfield, CA 06/06

Comments: I LOVE this shoe. The most comfortable shoe I have ever played tennis in. The only bad thing is the soul of the shoe wears out very fast. I play clay and hard court. The shoe lasted me a short time before the area around my big toe on the sole wore out! But still, I will buy my third pair.
From: Margaret 05/06

Comments: This shoe is very cute and comfortable, but the outer sole does wear out pretty fast. My bubble has popped and resulted in a squeaky left shoe. The warranty should replace it. But other than that an awesome shoe!
From: Natasha, Fairfax, Virginia, USA 05/06

Comments: Perhaps this model improved. I have last year�s model and it is heavy and hot. These seem lighter, though. In these I blistered easily and at different points of my foot. It feels rather flat and cumbersome. My mid-sole hurts and arches ache after about 1 1/2 hours tough play. They're also not easy to clean. BUT they do give good side to side support, and fast stopping. I don't think they are meant for drills and training. I am going to try a different brand.
From: Monica, Bridgewater NJ Somerset 05/06

Comments: I struggled to find tennis shoes but when I finally found this pair (in light blue - awesome!), they are so comfortable and so easy to break in. Like a pair of slippers.
From: Emmanuelle, Tulsa, OK, USA. 12/05

Comments: I LOVE these shoes. Usually I like switching up my shoes after I wear them out, but I have been buying these same shoes for 4 or 5 times. They are so comfortable, light weight, and they don't slow you down while running. It also takes no time to break them in. The only disappointment is that I heard Nike is only going to start making them in all white. Personally I don't like the all white, I like the colors! (Don't worry, there is a light blue color coming in March, 2006 - TW Staff).
From: Anon, 12/05

Comments: These are the most comfortable shoes I�ve worn in several years. Great job, Nike. They fit very well in the heel and do not slide up and down. I bought the white version as they will go with all of my outfits.
From: Bobbie, Pittsburgh, PA, USA. 12/05

Comments: Most comfortable shoe ever, use it during my cross training and my feet never hurt! Love, love, love these!
From: Misty, Fortson, GA, USA. 11/05

Comments: I love that there is no tongue. It makes the show even more comfortable. I am on a high school team and we do a lot of running and they are very light and feel great while running.
From: Molly Jo, Tonawanda, NY, USA 11/05

Comments:Great shoe!
From: Sarah
J�nk�ping, Sweden 10/05

Comments:I absolutely love these shoes. I have been through three pairs, which is a disappointment for such a comfortable shoe, but with Nikes warranty you are able to send them in and get a replacement within a certain period of time. Playing up to 4 hours a day is often hard on your feet, but I have never had any aching or pains after a workout in these. The colors add excitement and variety to the everyday same old same old, white and black tennis shoes. I would recommend these shoes 100%.
From: Mallory, Texas, USA. 10/05

Comments: I'm very sad, because I must say, that these are great and the most comfortable shoes I've ever had, but I broke my cartilago articularis of my toe (sorry, English is not my mother-tongue). These shoes are too soft, and I don�t think protect the legs while playing tennis. Perhaps these shoes are OK for young people, but I think seniors should be careful (my age 53). Now, after 2 months I�m trying to start playing again, though my leg is still little bit painful.
From: Riina, Tallinn, Estonia. 10/05

Comments: Great shoe for fit of narrow feet and narrow heels. My daughter has tried everything to fit, double AA to Triple AAA foot, and this shoe produces the greatest fit. The outer soles do wear down, but warranty helps. She's a tournament player who wears them down in no more than 6 weeks, but we did get a replacement pair from the warranty.
From: Sally, Boston MA, USA. 9/05

Comments: These shoes hurt my feet. I'm so disappointed because they are so cute and match several Nike tennis outfits. One of my teammates had the same experience with same shoe. Both ours are light blue color if that means anything.
From: Cathy, Baton Rouge, LA, USA. 8/05

Comments: Great fit! Well cushioned and very glove-like. Still, roomy toe box. It squeezes the heel so well and nicely (w/o hurting) that I can play all out w/o even tying them. Bad colors. New white one is hot. Thanks Nike! I couldn't find a shoe that fit this well since the Air Zoom Breathe Frees. I tried the Nike Thrive IIs, Prince NFS, Adidas Barricade III, and Nike Vapor Speed S2s and I've never had a shoe his comfy!. I wear it for everything... Don't listen to the critics, GREAT DURABILITY!
From: Emma, Detroit, MI, USA 06/05

Comments: I think Nike should come out with better colors, like all white or white and black. These shoes are pretty and nice and stable and all, but the colors need to change. NIKE! COME OUT WITH BETTER COLORS FOR WOMEN! PLEASE! Otherwise, I love this shoe!
From: Krissy, NJ, USA

Comments: I love the style and colors of this shoe, it is slightly on the heavy side but so comfortable. I am a high school tennis player and play almost every day. For that purpose, the shoe is perfect, although I purchased these in silver and lavender.
From: Jamie, Nashville, TN, USA. 05/05

Comments: Great shoe. The most comfortable I have played in for months!
From: Tricia, Murray, KY, USA. 05/05

Comments: Most amazing shoe Nike has ever made. Light weight on your feet and breathable.
From: Shanquwa, Harlem, NY, USA. 04/05

Comments: I absolutely agree with Marsha & Christine. It's an adorable shoe with great performance. However, after four weeks of intense play the outsole is completely worn through.
From: Val, Sherwood, OR, USA. 03/05

Comments: I agreed with Marsha from Melbourne's comment. The shoe fits well and looks pretty, but lasted only three months. I am a club player.
From: Christine, Seattle, WA. 03/05

Comments: Pretty shoe, pretty performance, lasts a month. A long-lasting shoe for the "club player", a short-lasting shoe for the intense tournament competitor!
From: Marsha Castanovaviche, Melbourne, Australia. 03/05

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