

#ASICS GEL VENTURE 8 MENS FULL#
While shoe brands like Nike, Hoka, Altra, and others are pushing the $200 price point for their latest models, a savvy running shoe consumer can likely snag a pair of the Venture 7 for $70.00.You can return most new, unopened items fulfilled by Amazon AU within 30 days of receipt of delivery for a replacement or full refund of the price you paid for the item if you change your mind - see About Replacements and About Refunds.

The Venture 7 has a lot of solid features, and despite itś few shortcomings, is a steal of a bargain. While this might seem like a good feature if one is out tackling the wilderness, it really only results in overheating of the foot. The heel collar, sidewalls, tongue, and even the roof of the toe box are packed full of padding. The Gel Venture 7 is no exception to this. One thing that I am constantly let down on with trail running shoes is the tendency to overstuff the cushioning. The Venture 7 will not leave you feeling like you are loading down the trail in a heavy hiking shoe. The weight was one of this shoe´s crowning glories. The Venture 7 performed on everything from gravel pedestrian paths, forest service roads, and even semi-technical dirt single-track.Īt 10.7oz/303g, the Venture 7 shockingly feels light for a trail shoe ( trail shoes have an average weight of 10.4oz/296g). On the varied surfaces I tested this shoe on I was not let down one bit. The sole of the Venture 7 is designed with multi-directional V-shaped lugs that offer a great source of traction. It was supple and pliable from the get-go, not leaving me with hot spots or abrasive areas. I liked how the Gel Venture 7 was ready to run without any adjustment period. The ASICS Venture 7 is ready to go out of the box The lace cage and flat laces secure your foot smoothly with even distribution of pressure. The sidewall of the upper is cushioned appropriately and wraps the top of the foot very snuggly. What strikes you right off about the ASICS Venture 7 is how unbelievably comfortable the shoe is. The trail was easy to feel in the Gel Venture 7. I felt like I got a good energy return on my runs in these. I liked how responsive the ASICS Venture 7 is. It sits just right in this reviewer's opinion, not too rigid but not too soft. The cushioning on the Venture 7 is appropriate. The burly design and structure with multiple anchor points really give the Venture 7 over-the-top security, and this adds to the responsiveness and cornering ability of the shoe. The lockdown on the lace cage of the Venture 7 is a force to be reckoned with. If you like a trail shoe with a narrow toe box, this shoe is for you. That said, the snugness of the shoe didn't turn me off entirely. I am partial to a wider toe box with more room to move. This criticism is common for me when it comes to trail shoes. The toebox on the Venture 7 is a bit on the narrow side for me. I wear a medium, size 9.5 (US Men´s) The ASICS Gel Venture 7 has a narrow toe box need an airy shoe for longer, hotter runs (the ASICS Frequent Trail is praised by runners for its breathability).are an experienced runner who wants a long-distance running shoe (the FujiTrabuco 8 is a sturdy trail shoe built for high-mileage runs).The ASICS Venture 7 is for beginners who are looking for a lightweight and affordable trail running shoe that works best for short-distance runs. Your browser does not support the video tag.
