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6 responses to “Asics Gel Blade 8”

1. John

   February 7, 2022

   I got some slightly used Blade 8’s in the Men’s Black/Silver option in Men’s size 11.
   I love these shoes a ton as I mentioned in another comment, but now that I found a pair in my true size (10.5) I will be selling these size 11’s in the U.S. on ebay.

   https://www.ebay.com/itm/294796213589

   Thanks!

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   1. John

      February 3, 2023

      Updated listing of the shoes here:

      https://www.ebay.com/itm/295493784863

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      1. John

         June 14, 2023

         These are still up for grabs – also I have a newer less used pair in Men’s 10.5 if anyone interested

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2. John

   November 16, 2021

   Hi all!

   Thought I’d leave my comments and opinions about these shoes – This is John, I was the one who gave Pierre the tips and photos of the new Gel Tactic 2021’s in comparison to the older 2019 ‘Gel Tactic 2’ models.
   Because the Tactic 2021 models got beefed up a little bit for more cushion and support, I did not like them as much as the older Gel Tactic 2 model, which were supportive and comfortable enough, but still light and very agile.
   I got a pair of the Blade 8’s instead in the Black colourway with the gum sole, and I think they are fantastic for Squash. I’ve never tried any previous Blade versions in the past.
   To me, Blade 8 has lots of similarities to the older Gel Tactic 2 – they are comfy and supportive, but with a lower profile to stay light and agile and quick on court.
   Unlike the Tactic 2, on the medial side of both feet there is that strong rubber ‘PG Guard’ piece that sticks out, and will greatly help with durability as that is a very common area for me to drag my right foot.
   Plus adding to the comfort and support category and unlike the older Tactic models, the midsole on Blade 8 is Asics’ FlyteFoam, which are awesome in my book!

   All in all, I give the Blade 8, a 5/5.
   Love ’em!

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3. Tim Liu

   October 4, 2021

   7 was more of a squash shoe as there were some protection around big toe for “dragging” and also the back heel seems to be lower which both were more designed for squash. This new 8 looks more like for badminton.

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4. Tor

   July 23, 2021

   My God. Drastic change indeed. Hope they feel the same on and during play, if not i have to buy a batch of the 7s. Best squash shoe ever made

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