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New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel v6
New Balance
$80Score 7
Better than Asics Gel Venture 11 at:
- A lighter option (40 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
Asics Trabuco 14
$160
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $80 less
Asics Trabuco 14
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (28 vs 7)
- A lighter option (48 g less)
- A lower drop (8 vs 10 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3.3 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 1
Affordability
Asics Trabuco 14· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Tied
Cushioning
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%36 mmTop 31%Lightness
326 g278 gTop 39%Grip
3.3 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm8 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$160
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
80 $
160 $
326 g
278 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
All-terrain trails, including rocky and uneven surfaces
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Trail running, long-distance off-road running and hiking on mixed terrain
Cushioning
10 mm
8 mm
35.5 mm
36 mm
25.5 mm
28 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
FF BLAST MAX foam with integrated rock protection plate
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
Moderate to high cushioning for long-distance comfort
Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
ASICSGRIP rubber for traction on wet and dry surfaces
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Rock protection plate and reinforced toe cap
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ASICSGRIP outsole for grip on varied terrain
Upper & fit
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Jacquard mesh for breathability and durability
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Dope-dyed sockliner
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Traditional laces, gaiter-compatible
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$78−$2Score 7
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- A lighter option (36 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
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