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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 Lycan 2
$150
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $70 less
- More cushioning (35.5 vs 32 mm heel stack)
La Sportiva Lycan 2
$150
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (25 vs 7)
- A lighter option (21 g less)
- A lower drop (7 vs 10 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (6.5 vs 3.3 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2
CushioningAffordability
La Sportiva Lycan 2· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%32 mmLightness
326 g305 gGrip
3.3 mm6.5 mmTop 2%Drophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm7 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$150Top 35%
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
80 $
150 $
326 g
305 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
medium trails, varied off‑road terrain
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Medium‑distance trail runs, training sessions, skyraces
Cushioning
10 mm
7 mm
35.5 mm
32 mm
25.5 mm
25 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
Injected EVA with shock‑absorbing properties
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
Wide internal volume and cushioning for comfort on longer runs
Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
FriXion® Blue compound with Impact Brake System™
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Abrasion‑resistant lining and reinforced toe cap
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FriXion® Blue outsole lugs with Impact Brake System™
Upper & fit
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Breathable mesh with microfiber abrasion‑resistant reinforcements and protective TPU toe cap
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Ortholite® Mountain Running ergonomic 4 mm
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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 Lycan 2 ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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$78−$2Score 7
Better than Asics Gel Venture 11 at:
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- A lighter option (36 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
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