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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
Hoka Challenger 8
$150
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $70 less
Hoka Challenger 8
$150
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (25 vs 7)
- A lighter option (51 g less)
- More cushioning (44 vs 35.5 mm heel stack)
- A lower drop (7 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
Hoka Challenger 8· leads in 3
CushioningLightnessGrip
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%44 mmTop 1%Lightness
326 g275 gTop 33%Grip
3.3 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm7 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$150Top 35%
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
80 $
150 $
326 g
275 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail & Road Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
Mixed terrain: road, gravel, light trail
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Road-to-trail running, everyday training, light hiking
Cushioning
10 mm
7 mm
35.5 mm
44 mm
25.5 mm
37 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
Compression-molded EVA (CMEVA) foam for lightweight, plush cushioning
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
High stack cushioning for long runs and varied surfaces
Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
Durabrasion rubber with 4 mm multi-directional lugs
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Reinforced toe cap for abrasion resistance
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Multi-directional 4 mm lugs for grip on both road and trail
Upper & fit
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100% recycled rPET engineered mesh for breathability
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Plush collar and comfortable heel, traditional laces
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For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the Hoka Challenger 8 ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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