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Mount to Coast M1
Mount to Coast
$195Score 37
Better than Altra Olympus 7 at:
- A lighter option (40 g less)
- More cushioning (38 vs 33 mm heel stack)
Altra Olympus 7
$195
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
Quick verdict
Altra Olympus 7
$195
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (37 vs 7)
- A lighter option (6 g less)
- A lower drop (0 vs 10 mm)
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $115 less
- More cushioning (35.5 vs 33 mm heel stack)
Spec profile
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Altra Olympus 7· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2
CushioningAffordability
Cushioning
33 mm36 mmTop 34%Lightness
320 g326 gGrip
4 mmTop 49%3.3 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm10 mmAffordability
$195$80Top 4%
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Altra Olympus 7 vs Asics Gel Venture 11
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Essentials
195 $
80 $
320 g
326 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
mixed and technical trails
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
Long trail runs and ultras
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Cushioning
0 mm
10 mm
33 mm
35.5 mm
33 mm
25.5 mm
Altra EGO™ MAX midsole
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
Plush zero-drop max cushioning
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
Grip & protection
Vibram® Megagrip with Traction Lug
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
High-stack underfoot protection
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4 mm Vibram® Megagrip Traction Lugs
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Upper & fit
Engineered mesh with FootShape™ fit
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Removable sockliner
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FootShape™ wide toe box
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For value comparison: The Altra Olympus 7 ($195) provides premium features compared to the Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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Better than Altra Olympus 7 at:
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- More cushioning (39 vs 33 mm heel stack)
