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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
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X
$180
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $100 less
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X
$180
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (33 vs 7)
- A lower drop (6 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 1
Affordability
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X· leads in none
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%No dataLightness
326 gNo dataGrip
3.3 mmNo dataDrophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm6 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$180
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Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Gel Venture 11 vs Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X
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Essentials
80 $
180 $
326 g
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Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
Gravel paths, mixed trails and road
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Trail running, gravel runs, mixed terrain and road training in varied conditions
Cushioning
10 mm
6 mm
35.5 mm
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25.5 mm
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AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
SuperC Foam™ nitrogen infused EVA for full cushioning and comfort
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
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Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
RB9X™ high-friction rubber compound non-studded traction
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Which offers better value: Asics Gel Venture 11 vs Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X?
For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X ($180). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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Joma Sierra 6
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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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