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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
La Sportiva Akasha 2
$155
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $75 less
- More cushioning (35.5 vs 31 mm heel stack)
La Sportiva Akasha 2
$155
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (27 vs 7)
- A lighter option (16 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 3.3 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2
CushioningAffordability
La Sportiva Akasha 2· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%31 mmLightness
326 g310 gGrip
3.3 mm4.5 mmTop 24%Drophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm6 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$155Top 44%
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
80 $
155 $
326 g
310 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
varied trails, long‑distance routes, ultra runs
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Endurance trail running, ultra‑distance runs, long trail training
Cushioning
10 mm
6 mm
35.5 mm
31 mm
25.5 mm
25 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
Injected EVA with Cushion Platform™ for enhanced cushioning
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
Soft, breathable and sock‑like upper with large internal volumes
Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
FriXion® Red dual‑compound with Trail Rocker™ for improved toe‑off
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Dynamic ProTechTion™ front reinforcements
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FriXion® Red compound with strategically placed lugs
Upper & fit
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Perforated AirMesh with PU leather and Dynamic ProTechTion™ reinforcements
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Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running ergonomic footbed
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Traditional lace closure
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For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the La Sportiva Akasha 2 ($155). 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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