Gola Eclipse Mode Sneakers Review: Putting the FUN in function

I picked up a pair of Gola Eclipse Mode sneakers on a whim after seeing them on the Evereve site. Not wanting to pay full price, I did a quick search and found them on sale for $65 at Gola USA (they occasionally get marked down). After two weeks on a slow boat from the UK, my new shoes arrived all shiny and new. I admit I knew nothing of the brand prior to ordering. I loved the look, but would they be supportive, comfortable and how would they fit or feel? See my video review to find out! Don’t have time to watch? Here’s a bullet list of high and lowlights of the Gola Eclipse Mode:

• Retro vibe with modern comfort features.
• Comes in fun colors and patterns.
• Toe box doesn’t look clownish but accommodates bunions and hammertoes.
• Soft terry lining
• Cushioned, removable insole
• Phylon outsole– I believe this is the same as EVA. It’s pretty rigid so not a lot of bending at forefoot (protects arthritic toes).
• A little stiff at first but breaks in quickly.
• Makes feet look 1/2 size smaller!
• Shoe sits low on ankle meaning no rubbing, but heel lifts a little when walking.
• True to size in my opinion.
• Takes two weeks for delivery since coming from UK.
• Free returns.
  
  

Gola Eclipse Mode

The Gola Eclipse Mode is available in sizes 5-10 for $130 from GolaUSA.com (I got mine on sale for $65 so keep checking back), Amazon. Zappos carries Gola footwear.