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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
Dynafit Alpine DNA 2
$219.95
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $139.95 less
- More cushioning (35.5 vs 30 mm heel stack)
Dynafit Alpine DNA 2
$219.95
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (43 vs 7)
- A lighter option (66 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2
CushioningAffordability
Dynafit Alpine DNA 2· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%30 mmLightness
326 g260 gTop 18%Grip
3.3 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm6 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$220
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
80 $
219.95 $
326 g
260 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Racing Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
Technical mountain trails
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Short and mid distance mountain races
Cushioning
10 mm
6 mm
35.5 mm
30 mm
25.5 mm
24 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
SPEED+ foam with full-length Pebax plate
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
Responsive and nimble
Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
Vibram® Megagrip Litebase
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Stability plate for control
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4 mm Vibram® Litebase lugs
Upper & fit
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Race fit upper with DNA Volume Reducer
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Removable sockliner
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Double Speed Lacing, medium volume
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For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the Dynafit Alpine DNA 2 ($219.95). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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- A lighter option (36 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
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