Asics Gel Venture 11 vs INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2

Asics Gel Venture 11

Asics Gel Venture 11

$80
INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2

INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2

$170

Quick verdict

Asics Gel Venture 11

$80

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $90 less
  • More cushioning (35.5 vs 12 mm heel stack)

INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2

$170

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (30 vs 7)
  • A lighter option (41 g less)
  • A lower drop (0 vs 10 mm)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3.3 mm)

Spec profile

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Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2

CushioningAffordability

INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2· leads in 2

LightnessGrip
  • Cushioning

    36 mmTop 34%
    12 mm
  • Lightness

    326 g
    285 gTop 48%
  • Grip

    3.3 mm
    4 mmTop 49%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    10 mm
    0 mm
  • Affordability

    $80Top 4%
    $170

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Asics Gel Venture 11 vs INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2

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Essentials

80 $
170 $
326 g
285 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
Hard packed & rocky trails
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Fast trail racing and training on firm, technical surfaces

Cushioning

10 mm
0 mm
35.5 mm
12 mm
25.5 mm
12 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
FLYSPEED PRO nitrogen-infused foam
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
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Grip & protection

Rubber outsole with trail lugs
G-GRIP graphene-infused rubber
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Which offers better value: Asics Gel Venture 11 vs INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2?

For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2 ($170). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

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