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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
Salomon AERO BLAZE 3 GRVL
$84
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $4 less
Salomon AERO BLAZE 3 GRVL
$84
The better pick if you want:
- A lighter option (78 g less)
- A lower drop (8 vs 10 mm)
Spec profile
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Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest
Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2
CushioningGrip
Salomon AERO BLAZE 3 GRVL· leads in 1
Lightness
Tied
Affordability
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%35 mmTop 39%Lightness
326 g248 gTop 12%Grip
3.3 mm2.5 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm8 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$84Top 6%
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Gel Venture 11 vs Salomon AERO BLAZE 3 GRVL
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Essentials
80 $
84 $
326 g
248 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail/Gravel Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
mixed terrain, gravel, paved surfaces, parks
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
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Cushioning
10 mm
8 mm
35.5 mm
35 mm
25.5 mm
27 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
optiFOAM² cushioning with dynamic rebound
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
Moderate cushioning with smooth landings
Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
Gravel Contagrip® with 2.5 mm chevron‑style lugs
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Light protective toe cap and structured upper
Upper & fit
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Engineered mesh with TPU reinforcements
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Standard sockliner
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Which offers better value: Asics Gel Venture 11 vs Salomon AERO BLAZE 3 GRVL?
For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the Salomon AERO BLAZE 3 GRVL ($84). 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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