Product Showdown

…aka Shoe-Jitsu, Shoe-mo Wrestling, Shoe Duel, and a number of other witty names we couldn't decide on.

Battle Stats

Total Wins: 13
Total Losses: 18
Wins vs. Competitor: 1
Sales Rank: #62510

Start your morning off right with a heart-pumping dash in the Avia® Avi-Release Zero - A5305W.
Breathable mesh upper.
Durable leather and synthetic leather overlays provide structural support.
Lightly padded tongue and collar.
Contoured heel cut for added comfort.
Foam insole supplies soft underfoot support.
Lightweight 3D-EVA midsole with GRID FLEX technology provides responsive, flexible cushioning.
Solid rubber outsole offers light cushioning and lasting wear.
Flex grooves allow for more natural movement.
Measurements:
- Weight: 8 oz
Product measurements were taken using size 8.5, width B - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 19 reviews)

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Posted: 2012-04-11 08:42:13
Reviewer: Anonymous from New York
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I had a pair of Avia sneakers that I loved, so I ordered these in the same size. Just as comfortable as the ones I had. I love them. The tread is easy to clean out also. It's also a very light weight sneaker which I like. The mesh is very breathable. Some other brands of woman's sneakers are too tight, but these are comfortable with a pair of athletic socks. I take a size 11 and they help make my feet look smaller. :)

Posted: 2012-04-30 10:03:16
Reviewer: Caroline from New Orleans.
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Just got these shoes today, April 30th. They feel really good. I will put to the test, and update this review. Light weight, breathable. Comfortable.

Posted: 2012-06-05 12:31:17
Reviewer: Tera from United States
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I was looking for comfortable running shoes. While these are very nice it doesn't feel like there is a lot of support in them. i kept them because my custom insoles will fit nicely and i can wear them as work shoes. They are very nice, light shoes. They are great to walk around in, but I wouldn't suggest them for running.

Posted: 2012-07-04 23:49:31
Reviewer: Anonymous
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For those of you who think these are not good for running, think again. These are the new style of minimalist shoes (Google this), they are actually amazing for running to avoid a heel strike and keep proper form. My run today felt effortless, I also use these for Insanity which is extremely high impact with tons of jumping. The price point is amazing, check out what the competitors like New Balance, Nike and Reebok charge for their minimalist line. I'm picking up a 2nd pair. Excellent!

Posted: 2012-06-14 13:18:51
Reviewer: Kaitlyn from Santa Rosa, CA
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Just got these in the mail yesterday, and I am wearing them to work today! Super comfy, easy to walk in. And you can't really beat the price!

Posted: 2012-06-13 08:09:15
Reviewer: NoNonsenseRN from Rhode Island
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I read the reviews and bought these for use in the gym. I'm not a runner and don't do any sort of high-impact activity, so I don't mind that they are not heavily cushioned. I wanted a flat bottom shoe that allows me to feel the floor - perfect for deadlifting and other weight training when you don't want to squish around on an overly cushioned sole. Great price for what they are, but I don't expect them to last forever (they are lightweight and feel a little flimsy).

Posted: 2012-06-25 09:20:28
Reviewer: Anonymous from Los Angeles
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Couldn't ask for more from athletic shoes in this price range. They are very light and comfortable. The color is on point. Definitely wouldn't go trail running with these but they are a great pair to have for the gym.

Posted: 2012-05-24 09:12:24
Reviewer: Anonymous from California
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I have a great pair of running shoes, but needed a pair for cardio classes at the gym. These are definitely much lighter than my running shoes. I never had any trouble with blisters. They felt true to size. Arch support isn't as much as my running sneakers, but maybe they aren't supposed to be quite as solid. They have held up great in a class with a lot of impact.

Posted: 2012-07-12 08:01:33
Reviewer: Anonymous from Jackson, MS
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OK shoe for the price. It's a very lightweight shoe and feels like it will fall apart soon. But, it's not terrible. The shoes are flexible with a decent amount of cushion. I definitely would not use these for running or cross-training, but just for walking, they work.

Posted: 2013-01-12 09:19:58
Reviewer: Angela E from SGI, FL
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I love these shoes. I am on my second pair. They are very lightweight and fit like a glove. Very breathable. I can work 11 hours on my feet and feel great. These are a great value.

Dakine Campus 33L

Battle Stats

Total Wins: 38
Total Losses: 57
Wins vs. Competitor: 0
Sales Rank: #9840

Your organizational education starts with the Dakine® Campus-Large backpack. With its multiple compartments and insulated cooler, you'll be ready for class or a beverage anytime.
Main compartment for your books, magazines and personal technology.
Padded sleeve fits most 15" laptops.
Insulated cooler pocket keeps your beverages chilled.
Front organizer compartment for your cell phone, pens, iPod® and other accessories.
Fleece-lined eyewear pocket.
Mesh side pockets hold your water bottle or beverage.
Padded shoulder straps and sternum strap for a firmer, more comfortable fit.
Materials: 600D polyester/420D polyester/300D poly twill.
Pattern on material may vary.
Measurements:
- Bottom Width: 9 ¹⁄₂ in
- Middle Width: 13 in
- Top Width: 10 in
- Depth: 8 in
- Height: 21 in
- Strap Length: 16 in
- Strap Drop: 15 in
- Handle Length: 7 in
- Handle Drop: 1 in
- Weight: 1 lb 11 oz

Average Customer Ratings (based on 30 reviews)

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Posted: 2012-07-10 14:16:50
Reviewer: Anonymous
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I recommend this book bag for anyone who wants a backpack that will accommodate multiple needs. I am a full time student and I take the subway to school, which means that I must carry everything that I could possibly need for the day. This book bag allows me to carry everything! The main portion is large enough to fit a five subject spiral ring notebook, a large and medium-sized textbook, and two small binders. I especially like the cooler portion because I can put my lunch in the cooler portion of the backpack rather than carrying a separate lunch bag. The side pockets are nice for water/coffee and an umbrella. The middle pocket is not very deep and does not hold much but the cooler portion makes up for that. The shoulder straps are padded and wide so they do not dig into your shoulders, even if you are carrying a heavy load.

Posted: 2012-04-04 16:47:56
Reviewer: Anonymous from Vermont
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The reason this backpack got an overall three star rating is because it's simply not durable enough to use on a daily basis. I think it's reasonable to expect a backpack to last at least five years with normal use. This backpack lasted for about one and a half years of normal use at school. The side mesh pockets for water bottles tore and fell apart after about a year, and the zippers actually fell off after a year and a half. Good looking, well designed backpack. Just not durable at all.

Posted: 2011-06-09 19:53:44
Reviewer: Anonymous
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This bag is very deceiving. When I saw it online I thought the color was like a mint chocolate chip green color. When I received it it was a very dark, ugly green. Almost like the green color on street name signs.

Posted: 2012-03-07 12:45:06
Reviewer: Anonymous from Madison, WI
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This backpack holds all three of my binders plus a textbook, along with all my pencils, pens, markers, cosmetics, plus my calculator and glasses. The side pockets are great for water bottles.

Posted: 2012-04-29 07:15:09
Reviewer: Anonymous
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I purchased this for my 14 year old daughter for school. She loves the fact that she can fit all her "stuff" in it -- books, lunch, a change of clothes, lap top and whatever else finds its way in there. She highly recommends it!

Posted: 2012-03-18 09:20:59
Reviewer: David from Oklahoma
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Very comfortable to wear, durable construction, stylish looks, convenient zippers and zipper pulls attached for ease of opening compartments along with a padded laptop sleeve inside make this a good quality and value purchase for any student, High School, or College. This is a very fair price in today's economy. Good job Dakine and Zappos. A winning team!

Posted: 2012-03-01 06:51:25
Reviewer: Anonymous from Friday Harbor, Washington
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I have 4 kids. I always try to buy Dakine backpacks. They are durable, affordable, and nice looking. My kids all want large ones.

Posted: 2012-02-29 03:28:05
Reviewer: Anonymous from New York
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I bought this for my husband, around month ago. He likes this bag very much. First at all, bag is very functional and secondary - bag looks very nice.

Posted: 2012-02-22 13:23:41
Reviewer: Anonymous from Sweet Grass, MT
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So far, I am very impressed. There is lots of space to put all the stuff you need. It fits a 17" laptop in the pouch plus binders and text books.

Posted: 2012-02-10 10:30:59
Reviewer: Anonymous from Orem, Utah
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This backpack is great! I got it for my husband for his birthday and he loves it. He had a different Dakine backpack but needed one with a little more room to fit all of his school books. This one works great and even has little extra space for other things but it's not too big. Great backpack!

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Avia Avi-Release Zero - A5305W

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Dakine Campus 33L

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