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Merrell Cruise Control

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★★★★☆
4.5

based on 54 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.4

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$98.99 at Onlineshoes.com

 

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Pros

  • Comfortable (35)
  • Great traction (32)
  • Stabilizes foot (29)
  • Rugged (22)
  • Lightweight (15)
  • Dries quickly (9)
  • Breathable (1)
  • Durable (1)
  • Excellent support (1)
  • Great shoe for sore feet. (1)
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Cons

  • Hot (2)
  • Uncomfortable (2)
  • Don't like tie clip (1)
  • Flap and speed lacing (1)
  • Not sturdy enough (1)
  • Too wide at toes (1)
  • Wears out quickly (1)

Best Uses

  • Mixed terrain (29)
  • All weather conditions (24)
  • Grass (13)
  • Muddy conditions (2)
  • Snow & ice (2)
  • Cross training (1)
  • Everyday (1)
  • Gym (1)
  • Nursing (1)
  • Pavement or the gym (1)
 
 
 

Provided by Zappos

Built for challenging terrain or tempo, 'Cruise Control' from Merrell is an all-season lace-up that allows over-pronators to bring it up to speed and keep it there. ; AirMesh upper with lightweight leather trim and 3M Scotchlite 360 reflective webbing. ; Bellows tongue with lace keeper flap, kevlar lace and TPU molded lace lock system, and heel securing top eyelet system. ; Forefoot protection upper design with gaiter hooks and ventilation and drainage system. ; Slits at toe cap allow expansion and prevent toe trauma while injection-molded TPU heel counter adds support. ; Drilex comfort zone lining treated with Aegis antimicrobial technology. ; Anatomical ventilated footbed with Etc. anti-friction sock lining treated with Aegis antimicrobial technology. ; Motion control alignment system dual density EVA footframe. ; Injection TPU TrailSpring motion control cushioning and support system in rearfoot. ; Gaiter strap channel at arch bridge with Merrell Air Cushion EVA midsole. ; Vibram Demon dual density TC5+ and SuperTrek rubber outsole. ; Slip lasted construction with semi-straight trail running last. ; 14.00 oz. ; Product measurements were taken using size 8. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Specification Description
Model J87129- Discontinued, J87214- Discontinued
color Beluga/Ginger
color Bone/Kiwi
color Dark Grey/Kiwi
color Grey/Pink
color India Ink
color Light Grey/Periwinkle
color Moss
color Stone/Grey
colorFamily Blue
colorFamily Green
colorFamily Grey
colorFamily Off White
colorFamily Red
sku 124388
sku 124389
sku 124442
sku 124449
sku 124450
sku 124452
sku 133534
sku 133536
sku 133537
  • 89% agreed the width feels true to width
  • 89% agreed the sizing feels true to size

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Merrell Cruise Control Reviews

 
 
 

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

 
★★★★☆
4.0
Great shoe.

"I have wide feet and require a roomy toebox. This is why I turn to Merrell. They do look great, but they feel great. Buy em. I think you'll agree that fit and form are top notch. I chose these over other Merrell (OVERDRIVE shoes) because those had an unusually narrow fit (toebox) for merrells. Would love to see GORETEX XCR version of these. One note, I cut the speed lace-cam-thingy off. It tended to come out ..." Read Full Review »

Sep 02, 2008 by trailrunnering

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Merrell has made better

"Merrell has made better. I have never had to "break in" a pair of Merrells. These needed about a week of casual wear and insertion of shoe trees in order to get them to be comfortable. I almost returned them. They are getting comfortable but its taking time...." Read Full Review »

Aug 31, 2009 by Gabe in NYC

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Merrell Cruise Control Review

Great shoe.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Traction
  • Stabilizes Foot

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Mixed Terrain
 

"I have wide feet and require a roomy toebox. This is why I turn to Merrell. They do look great, but they feel great. Buy em. I think you'll agree that fit and form are top notch. I chose these over other Merrell (OVERDRIVE shoes) because those had an unusually narrow fit (toebox) for merrells.



W …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 2 2008
trailrunnering
shenvalley va
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
Reviewed at:
Price: $98.99
 

Merrell Cruise Control Review

Life Happens in Merrell's!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Traction
  • Lightweight
  • Rugged

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • All Weather Conditions
  • Grass
  • Mixed Terrain
 

"My first pair of Merrell's came from my daughter; she had purchased a new pair and gave me her "old" ones. They were still in great shape. It was late fall and my other winter shoes were worn out. I wore the Merrell's every day that winter and the next before I thought they were wearing out. They h …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 2 2009
Jvh
Laramie, WY
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
Reviewed at:
Price: $98.99
 

Merrell Cruise Control Review

4th pair perfect shoe for student/athele

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Traction
  • Lightweight
  • Rugged
  • Stabilizes Foot

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • All Weather Conditions
  • Grass
  • Mixed Terrain
 

"easy to slide into for the person on the go. good looking, makes the transition from class to the fields without a shoe change. My son has a nomal width foot with a narrow heel and these hold his foot perfectly. Normally if he can find a shoe that holds his heel, the toe box is too narrow. He plays …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 18 2009
nothmeetsouth
Houston
I am:
  • Competitive Athlete
Reviewed at:
Price: $98.99
 

Merrell Cruise Control Review

Awesome

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Traction
  • Lightweight
  • Rugged
  • Stabilizes Foot

    Cons

  • Flap and speed lacing

    Best Uses

  • All Weather Conditions
  • Grass
  • Mixed Terrain
 

"The speed lacing I took out and used the others that were provided, I also cut the fold down flap of and the little hook keeper that broke within a week. I took the plastic merrell piece that cam with the speed lacing and laced it over were the hook keeper use to be. After the conversion I love thes …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 2 2009
Mr shoes
SC
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
Reviewed at:
Price: $98.99
 

Merrell Cruise Control Review

Very comfortable!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Traction
  • Lightweight
  • Stabilizes Foot

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • All Weather Conditions
  • Mixed Terrain
 

"The lacing system is cool. The shoes are lightweight and very comfortable. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 9 2009
mskOSU
Akron, OH
I am:
  • Casual/ Recreational
Reviewed at:
Price: $98.99
 
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