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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 VK Boa
$170
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $90 less
- More cushioning (35.5 vs 15 mm heel stack)
La Sportiva VK Boa
$170
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (30 vs 7)
- A lighter option (146 g less)
- A lower drop (4 vs 10 mm)
Spec profile
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Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest
Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2
CushioningAffordability
La Sportiva VK Boa· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%15 mmLightness
326 g180 gTop 1%Grip
3.3 mm3.5 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm4 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$170
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
80 $
170 $
326 g
180 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
steep uphill trails, vertical kilometer racing
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Vertical Kilometer races and uphill trail competitions
Cushioning
10 mm
4 mm
35.5 mm
15 mm
25.5 mm
11 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
High‑density compression EVA with rock‑guard insert
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
3D Heel design for fit and comfort
Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
FriXion® White Mix compound with minimal tread
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Lightweight TPU toe cap
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FriXion® White compound lugs placed only where needed
Upper & fit
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Bi‑elastic mesh with Sock‑Like™ construction for freedom of movement
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Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running® ergonomic insole
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BOA® Fit rapid closure system
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For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the La Sportiva VK Boa ($170). 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:
- To spend $2 less
- A lighter option (36 g less)
- A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)
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