ASICS Men's Gel-Rocket 7 Indoor Court Shoe

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,062 ratings

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Size Chart
US Men Shoes Size Chart
Brand SizeEU SizeUK SizeHeel to toe (in)
43638.9
4.5373.59
537.549.3
5.5384.59.5
63959.6
6.539.55.59.8
74069.9
7.540.56.510
841.5710.2
8.5427.510.4
942.5810.6
9.543.58.510.8
1044911
10.544.59.511.1
11451011.2
11.54610.511.4
1246.51111.6
12.54711.511.8
13481212
14491312.2

Product details

Fabric type
100% Synthetic
Care instructions
Machine Wash
Origin
Imported
Sole material
Rubber

About this item

  • Trusstic system reduces the weight of the sole unit while retaining the structural integrity of the shoe
  • Nc rubber outsole compound containing more natural rubber content than traditional solid rubber, resulting in enhanced traction on court systems
  • Forefoot gel cushioning system court attenuates shock during impact phase
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Product details

  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 14.3 x 8.3 x 5.1 inches; 12.96 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ GEL-Rocket 7-M
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ November 23, 2015
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ ASICS America Corporation
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00Z9ZT2GE
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,062 ratings

Product Description

The gel rocket 7 brings exceptional value and performance season after season. This season offers a lighter weight upper and increased gum rubber on the outsole for improved traction. Updated styling and design will continue to make this series the shoe of choice for recreational court sport players everywhere.

In 1949, Mr. Kihachiro Onitsuka began his athletic footwear company (Onitsuka Co., Ltd.) by manufacturing basketball shoes out of his living room in Kobe, Japan. He chose the name ASICS for his company in 1977, based on a famous Latin phrase "Anima Sana In Corpore Sano," which, when translated, expresses the ancient ideal of "A Sound Mind in a Sound Body." Taking the acronym of this phrase, ASICS was founded on the belief that the best way to create a healthy and happy lifestyle is to promote total health and fitness. Today, ASICS offers a full line of performance-driven athletic shoes and technical active sports apparel and accessories dedicated to bringing harmony to the body and soul.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
1,062 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, comfort, fit, grip, and value of the shoes. For example, they mention that they hold up well, provide great traction, and are good value for money. Some appreciate weight, appearance, and interactivity.

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405 customers mention379 positive26 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the shoes. They mention that they hold up well, last the longest, and provide all the stability needed for a P90X3 type workout. They also say that the tops and insides are in perfect condition.

"...Basically, they are a good, comfortable volleyball shoe, and the price is right...." Read more

"...I normally wear a 11.5 2E. in NB shoes. Overall the Gel7 is a solid, light weight shoe with excellent traction and for a wide foot, an OK fit." Read more

"...But, these seems a little low. Otherwise, the tops and insides are in perfect condition. Maybe these are better off for sports other than squash." Read more

"...Played racquetball the following day and the shoes did not bother me at all. Able to move around the court without any slipping in the shoe...." Read more

284 customers mention253 positive31 negative

Customers like the comfort of the shoes. They say the arch support is good, the cushioning feels like they're walking on air, and the gel insole is comfortable without feeling too thick. They also mention that the shoe is lightweight and does not feel hard on the heels when you land. They find the shoe soft and fitting, making jumping smooth and painless.

"...These shoes seem to provide me with plenty of cushion when landing. I usually wear them indoors for about a year and then buy another pair...." Read more

"...I tried them all and for me the Gel 7 is the answer. The cushioning is outstanding, plantar fasciitis not a problem now, even after I play...." Read more

"...ORIGINAL REVIEW:They are mostly comfortable. This is my second pair. They are narrow around the front, squishing my pinky toe...." Read more

"...only used them for 1 time playing for about 2 hours, but they were comfortable and gave a good grip on the vinyl flooring that we play on a lot...." Read more

267 customers mention199 positive68 negative

Customers like the fit of the shoes. They say it accommodates wide feet pretty well. Some customers also mention that the shoes are sized right.

"...light weight shoe with excellent traction and for a wide foot, an OK fit." Read more

"...UPDATE:I am now on my fourth pair of these shoes. They fit well, give me good grip and support. They are not too expensive...." Read more

"...I normally wear 10D (medium) and these fit perfectly. My foot actually measures 10C, but those are impossible to find and I have worn D forever...." Read more

"...They were a little narrower than my cross trainers, but I prefer that because I can get to a ball quicker than I could with looser fitting sneakers...." Read more

146 customers mention134 positive12 negative

Customers are satisfied with the grip of the shoes. They mention that they provide great grip on just about any playing, and that the sole is sticky and doesn't wear out too fast.

"...They are super comfortable, and they provide great grip on just about any playing surface...." Read more

"...Overall the Gel7 is a solid, light weight shoe with excellent traction and for a wide foot, an OK fit." Read more

"...I am now on my fourth pair of these shoes. They fit well, give me good grip and support. They are not too expensive...." Read more

"...1 time playing for about 2 hours, but they were comfortable and gave a good grip on the vinyl flooring that we play on a lot...." Read more

75 customers mention75 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the shoes. They say the price is reasonable and the grip is there.

"...Basically, they are a good, comfortable volleyball shoe, and the price is right...." Read more

"...They fit well, give me good grip and support. They are not too expensive...." Read more

"...I'm hoping they last close to 9 months. But we'll see. The price was right so that helps...." Read more

"...and would say a decent design and performance with in a reasonable price range...." Read more

75 customers mention65 positive10 negative

Customers like the weight of the shoes. They say the mesh uppers make the sneaker light-weight and keep their feet cool. Some mention that the shoes give good support.

"...Overall the Gel7 is a solid, light weight shoe with excellent traction and for a wide foot, an OK fit." Read more

"...The weight is not to bad, and the cushion is great...." Read more

"...They are fairly light and the soles are flexible, so I don't really notice them. The upper fabric is also quite soft and comfortable...." Read more

"...The mesh uppers make the sneaker light-weight and keep my feet cooler so my closet doesn't smell like a locker room when I put them away." Read more

67 customers mention62 positive5 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the shoes. They mention that it looks good, has a decent design, and is comfortable. Some appreciate the white with blue accents and the gum sole.

"...it is fine and comfortable and would say a decent design and performance with in a reasonable price range...." Read more

"...The Look of the shoe is sporty however in black/Silver Combination, the silver is too flashy (but I will not consider it negative).-..." Read more

"...I love the design and color of the shoe. Also, the cushioning via the Gel technology really helps as I run, cut and stop quite frequently...." Read more

"...Red and black combo matches nicely with my training gear and looks great on the court." Read more

44 customers mention44 positive0 negative

Customers find the shoes very good for any type of indoor sport, including volleyball, racquetball, tennis, and lifting. They also say they're comfortable and stick well to the surface. Customers also mention that the shoes are great for working out in the basement and perfect for indoor pickleball.

"...This shoe is great for the recreational player as well as for the competitive amateur. The grip is outstanding!" Read more

"...Very well structured volleyball shoe that can be used for any court sport, I used to fence recreationally in them and they were as good as more..." Read more

"...They also seemed to work well with my high arches without an insert, but it will take a few more matches to be certain." Read more

"...Love the shoes! They have been great on the court and very grippy. I wear a 9 1/2 on most shoes, but bought a 9 in these and they are perfect...." Read more

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Looks good. Received today. Fits perfect and liked the simple style.Will review on quality after using for some days.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2015
I'm an adult amateur volleyball player who plays 2-4 days per week depending on whether or not there are any tournaments. I used to play in a pair of basketball shoes when I first got back into playing, but once they fell apart, I decided to grab a pair of Gel-Rockets. I had worn Asics in the past for running. They were comfortable back then, so I figured they would be comfortable now.

It's been a few years since I bought my first pair of Gel-Rockets, and I'm still buying and wearing them today. They are super comfortable, and they provide great grip on just about any playing surface. I'm not real tall (5'11"), but I jump fairly high so I often have some fairly hard landings. These shoes seem to provide me with plenty of cushion when landing. I usually wear them indoors for about a year and then buy another pair. I'm hard on my shoes (especially the insides near the big toe), so they might last a little longer for someone who plays a more casually. I usually end up ripping the insoles out before I wear through them too much, and then I will throw another insole/insert in there and use them for our outdoor hard surface league during the summer. The only surface I wouldn't recommend using them on is grass. They are really slippery on grass.

Basically, they are a good, comfortable volleyball shoe, and the price is right. You could buy a $100+ pair of Asics of Mizunos, but I don't think you would see enough of a performance increase to justify spending the extra money unless you are really a professional. I could be wrong, but most serious players will probably go through a shoe, regardless of its cost, with a year of steady playing.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2014
I am a tournament player with 2E width needs. In almost all cases a D width shoe is a disappointingly narrow fit, and accordingly so do the choices for decent racquetball shoes. For years I have worn NB basketball shoes on the racquetball court, which get the job done yet are heavier than optimal, feel slow for racquetball IMO. NB doesn't make a racquetball or volleyball shoe. Their tennis shoes can be had in 2E, but aren't made for wood floors.

I tried the HEAD Sonic shoes because they come in a mid cut but those gave me my first case of plantar fasciitis in my right foot, so I was forced to dump them, but the lighter weight was definitely a plus. So, what next?

Coincidentally I noticed that a lot of guys in the league I play in seemed to be suddenly wearing Asics shoes in the various models - Flashpoint, Sensei, Gel 7 etc. and the feedback was that all the models came somewhat large, and wider. I tried them all and for me the Gel 7 is the answer. The cushioning is outstanding, plantar fasciitis not a problem now, even after I play. My forefoot feels just comfortable enough in the 12D size i bought. I normally wear a 11.5 2E. in NB shoes. Overall the Gel7 is a solid, light weight shoe with excellent traction and for a wide foot, an OK fit.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2016
UPDATE:
I am on my fifth pair. As long as the price does not change and they continue to last six months I will probably just continue buying these good shoes.

UPDATE:
I am now on my fourth pair of these shoes. They fit well, give me good grip and support. They are not too expensive. And, now I know that they will last between 5 and 6 months before the soles wears out. I play or drill for about eight hours a week, squash.

ORIGINAL REVIEW:
They are mostly comfortable. This is my second pair. They are narrow around the front, squishing my pinky toe. I will wear heavy socks to stretch them out a bit.

Update: they wear out rather quickly.
I have had these shoes for 3.5 months and they have worn out on the sole and the toes where the sole connects to the top of the foot. I use them only for squash. I put them on and take them off at the gym, so they've never seen cement. I calculated that they have gotten about 95 hours of use. I do not know what is the expected lifetime for squash shoes. But, these seems a little low. Otherwise, the tops and insides are in perfect condition. Maybe these are better off for sports other than squash.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2014
My wife and I play table tennis at a serious recreational level and wanted to finally get some table tennis shoes. We had looked at recommendations on various table tennis forums and many serious players said that they use volleyball shoes. The various Asics Gel-Rocket series were one of those recommended.

I normally wear 10D (medium) and these fit perfectly. My foot actually measures 10C, but those are impossible to find and I have worn D forever. My wife has a nerve problem in her foot and needs a wider shoe, so she wears women's 8-1/2 D (wide). Since men's medium is D and there is normally a 1-1/2 size difference between men's and women's shoes, she decided to order the 7D men's. They are also a perfect fit for her. We put PowerStep inserts in both shoes for extra support. I wear those in all my shoes and she wears orthotics in shoes that she will wear all day.

We have only used them for 1 time playing for about 2 hours, but they were comfortable and gave a good grip on the vinyl flooring that we play on a lot. I haven't used them on a wood gym floor yet, but I expect they will work fine.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2017
I have a wide foot and the shoes fit OK. The right foot was a little tighter than the left. Walked around the house for 2 hours before some soreness developed. Played racquetball the following day and the shoes did not bother me at all. Able to move around the court without any slipping in the shoe. No soreness to the toes. Shoes grip the court well for my playing abilities. Will need to wait to see if the fabric portion of the shoes wear out as fast as my New Balance. The only problem I had with the shoes is that the soles were slipping on me when using the leg press weight machines.

Top reviews from other countries

Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great shoe! Excellent seller!
Reviewed in Canada on March 1, 2018
Excellent shoe. Great grip and stability. Used by a setter during high-level volleyball. Asics did not disappoint with the quality of the shoe, and they may be my go-to from now on for court shoes in the future. Seller was excellent and handled my questions and transaction effectively and professionally. Would buy from again.
Jacob muirhead
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on May 2, 2017
Nice fit and great control on the court. I think its a good bang for the buck.
Amazon Customer
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Canada on April 18, 2016
Good shoe! Works well.
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice shoes
Reviewed in Canada on December 19, 2018
Use them 3-4 times a week and am happy with how they feel
Daniel
5.0 out of 5 stars These shoes are awesome. Great price
Reviewed in Canada on May 13, 2016
These shoes are awesome. Great price. Great fit. Sizing was totally accurate. I would not hesitate to buy another pair.