Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Venture® 6

I really love the color and design of the shoe. However, they seem to be pretty wide. I would say I have an average foot width.

These shoes feel hard as a rock. I got them to replace other asics trail shoes which I had for 4 years. I am definitely planning on searching for new inserts that will make these more comfortable. They also do not have quite as good of traction as their other trail version. I am only keeping them because the sizing is right which is hard for me to find.

smaller than expected fit is ok wish there was more arch support

Unfortunately this is the second pair of ASICS that the stitching came apart at the toe. I have barely broken them in. They are comfortable and I like the style but sadly the toe area doesn’t hold up as the rest of the shoe.

The shoes feel quite stiff and hard without much give to them. Hopefully they will wear in to feel more comfortable ultimately. But definitely if I were trying them on in the store, the hard feel would make me hesitate buying them. Not like the ASICS I had previously. I think this is happening with many shoemakers who are just not making shoes as well anymore.

I was looking for a shoe for elliptical training. This shoe was strongly suggested, but I did not like the fit or feel of the shoe. It was light in weight. However, it was slightly wide for my foot, and my heel hurt while wearing it. I am accustomed to wearing Merrell Barrado almost daily, so this style felt bulky. I ended up buying Merrell Trail Glove 4. This shoe is probably a good choice for someone accustomed to wearing trainers, but was not a good fit for me.

I tried using this pair twice on the treadmill. Both times my feet were aching afterwards. Definitely bummed about these because the value was great.

I usually buy ASICS because the toe box is normally wide enough but this pair felt narrower in the toe box. My toes started tingling and becoming numb after 30” of wear, so I exchanged them for a WIDE of the same size and they are fine.

I normally like Asic. The sole feels very hard.

These are light on the feet and felt comfortable overall. The arch hit my foot in the wrong place, so I had to return them.

Basic shoe for a teenager.

I really wanted to like these because I like the way they look. But, they were so uncomfortable for me...I don't know why, but I bought them because I do not pronate. Most shoes seem to be for people who pronate. And these provided no support for me at all. I couldn't even walk around the living room comfortably. I can't say why but I roll outwards in them.. I need a neutral support. So, back they went. Bought a pair of New Balance instead.

I am a lady with big feet. I am a little self conscious of this fact, and look for shoes that are flattering. I don't know if its the style/ colors, or the design of this shoe, but they looked ridiculous on my feet. Like a cartoon character. Im sending them back for another style. They weren't super comfortable either.

Seems the the quality in the area of support just isn't what it used to be. I keep having to return shoes.

This particular shoe just seemed way too large; almost a man's size. I wear a 12 women's and this shoe was way too loose. I am returning it for size 11 1/2; for the style is perfect.

Unfortunately I had to guess on the comfort level of this shoe because it was too narrow and too small for me to even try to wear it. Sending it back & looking for another option.

loved the shoes, but they ran a half of size bigger. so will re order. very comfortable..

I have worn Asics for more than 10 years, starting when I ran alot to now when I mostly walk and jog. My Podiatrists like the Asics brand. However, unfortunately, I think the quality of this brand is declining each year. This venture 6 model Is much less comfortable than the venture 5. Main discomfort is chafing around the ankles because the fabric is rougher than version five. Also the 6 are less comfortable because the sole is stiffer and less cushy than the 5. Love the styling but unfortunately have to return these.

I like the looks of the shoe but for me wasn't comfortable and didn't provide the arch support that I need. In fact, they felt like there was very little arch support. Returning them.

Great price and Okay for very casual wear, but not that nicely made. I am returning them and will replace with a more structured shoe.

The Venture 6 is a well made shoe. However, they are going back because they are too narrow in the toe box. I was a Asics Nimbus devotee (especially N15) for years. But Asics redesigned the Nimbus shoe making the toebox tapered and smaller. I was hoping, after reading the reviews, the Venture 6 would have more room the toe area. Sadly, they are tapered and tight as well.

I didn't realize this was exactly the same as the pair I was replacing because the support wore out so quickly. These fit fine (which is hard for me) but don't seem to be the best shoes for someone who needs to off-load the ball-of-foot area. Though these are a medium, they aren't a bad fit for a narrower heel and wider toe box.