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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
Saucony Peregrine 16
$160
Quick verdict
Asics Gel Venture 11
$80
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $80 less
- More cushioning (35.5 vs 33 mm heel stack)
Saucony Peregrine 16
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (28 vs 7)
- A lighter option (44 g less)
- A lower drop (4 vs 10 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Gel Venture 11· leads in 2
CushioningAffordability
Saucony Peregrine 16· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Cushioning
36 mmTop 34%33 mmLightness
326 g282 gTop 45%Grip
3.3 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
10 mm4 mmAffordability
$80Top 4%$160
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
80 $
160 $
326 g
282 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, park trails and easy off-road routes
technical and varied trails
First steps in trail running and easy off-road runs
Trail running, technical terrain, long trail days
Cushioning
10 mm
4 mm
35.5 mm
33 mm
25.5 mm
29 mm
AMPLIFOAM PLUS foam with rearfoot GEL technology
PWRRUN foam with PWRRUN+ sockliner for cushioning and energy return
Soft, stable cushioning for beginners
Enhanced cushioning with soft, resilient foam
Grip & protection
Rubber outsole with trail lugs
Full-coverage Vibram Megagrip with 4 mm lugs for traction and durability
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Rock Guard plate for underfoot protection against rocks and roots
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Vibram Megagrip outsole for grip on dry, wet, rocky, and loose surfaces
Upper & fit
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Abrasion-resistant engineered mesh with protective overlays and gaiter compatibility
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PWRRUN+ cushioned insole for added comfort
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Traditional lace closure with snug trail fit
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For value comparison: The Asics Gel Venture 11 ($80) offers better affordability compared to the Saucony Peregrine 16 ($160). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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