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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
Diadora SESTRIERE-XT 2
$160
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $80 less
- A lighter option (24 g less)
Diadora SESTRIERE-XT 2
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (28 vs 7)
- A lower drop (5 vs 10 mm)
Spec profile
Each axis ranks against the 150 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).
Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest
Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2
CushioningAffordability
Diadora SESTRIERE-XT 2· leads in none
Tied
Lightness
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%35 mmTop 39%Lightness
326 g350 gGrip
3.3 mmNo dataDrophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm5 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$160
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Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Gel Venture 11 vs Diadora SESTRIERE-XT 2
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Essentials
80 $
160 $
326 g
350 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
Grass, gravel, mud and wet rocks
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Trail running on mixed terrain and cross-country outings
Cushioning
10 mm
5 mm
35.5 mm
35 mm
25.5 mm
30 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
ANIMA technology for enhanced reactivity and reduced weight
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
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Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
Soft rubber in forefoot with Duratech 5000 wear-resistant compound
Upper & fit
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DDATTIVO removable cushioned insole
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For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the Diadora SESTRIERE-XT 2 ($160). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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$78−$2Score 7
Better than Asics Gel Venture 11 at:
- To spend $2 less
- A lighter option (36 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
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