Our verdict
78
Good
- Gravel 79
- Versatile 81
- Technical 59
The ASICS Gel Venture 11 offers the best value-for-money trail shoe, with a durable upper and outsole, plus the flexibility to wear it in multiple scenarios. The midsole is firmer than the previous version, which will help with stability even on more technical terrains. Still, ASICS didn't improve the foam to provide a more energetic ride, and its fit will not be comfortable for those with wider feet.
Pros
- Amazing durability
- Ideal for beginners
- High value-for-money
- Can handle more technical trails despite being beginner-oriented
- Incredible for cold winter runs
- Wider base helps with stability
- A lot of trail-inspired details for a budget price
- Durable upper
Cons
- Heavy shoe
- Not the best for wider feet
- Lacklustre energy return and shock absorption
Awards
- Top 28% most popular running shoes
Cushioning
Shock absorption
This section is a work in progress
Heel
Forefoot
Test results
| Gel Venture 11 | 108 SA |
| Average | 123 SA |
Compared to 105 trail running shoes
Number of shoes
62 SA
Shock absorption
160 SA
Energy return
This section is a work in progress
Heel
Forefoot
Test results
| Gel Venture 11 | 52.1% |
| Average | 56.5% |
Compared to 105 trail running shoes
Number of shoes
42.0%
Energy return
76.0%
Size and fit
Size
ASICS Gel Venture 11 fits true to size (17 votes).
Small
True to size
Large
Internal length
Note: Our testing shows that internal length is not a great measure of fit. But, as many users have requested this specific test, we've decided to add it for those interested.
Test results
| Gel Venture 11 | 269.5 mm |
| Average | 269.3 mm |
Compared to 84 trail running shoes
Number of shoes
262.2 mm
Internal length
277.4 mm
Width / Fit
This section is a work in progress
Test results
| Gel Venture 11 | 93.8 mm |
| Average | 95.6 mm |
Compared to 116 trail running shoes
Number of shoes
89.8 mm
Width / Fit
100.4 mm
Toebox width
This section is a work in progress
Test results
| Gel Venture 11 | 71.6 mm |
| Average | 74.1 mm |
Compared to 116 trail running shoes
Number of shoes
67.1 mm
Toebox width
85.3 mm
Toebox height
This section is a work in progress
Test results
| Gel Venture 11 | 24.3 mm |
| Average | 26.9 mm |
Compared to 116 trail running shoes
Number of shoes
21.5 mm
Toebox height
31.8 mm
Flexibility / Stiffness
This section is a work in progress
Test results
| Gel Venture 11 | 12.5N |
| Average | 14.8N |
Compared to 105 trail running shoes
Number of shoes
3.2N
Flexibility ←→ Stiffness
26.4N
