Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Venture® 6

I loved the look of these shoes, but after a month, I developed plantar fasciitis in my left foot. I walk an hour a day, 5-6 days a week, averaging about 15k steps a day... and these fit my budget, but I had to come back to buy something more supportive and better suited for my needs. My lesson: looks and price aren't worth my foot health. For a casual sneaker, these are fine, but I won't be wearing them to the gym any more. My poor tootsies can't take it!

The first pair of Asics I ever bought were the Asics Gel Venture 7 and they are so comfortable so I thought I would try the Gel Venture 6. They felt a half size too big and didn't have very much cushioning . I was very disappointed. I sent them back.

These Asics felt half size smaller than the old Asics Gel Equation I own. It felt like there was no arch support and the main problem with these shoes was that it was heavy. Sadly, I will be returning them.

Really wanted to like this shoe. Tried it on different times of day thinking it would feel less stiff - but unfortunately just was not comfortable.

The arch support in these is lacking. There's a little arch support on the outer side of the shoe, but non on in the inside of the arch which is where I need it most. The heel area was comfortable and felt protected so I really liked that about the shoe. (I have a narrow heel compared to the rest of my foot) The toe box was roomy and worked ok. I'm returning these shoes as the arch support was pretty non existent and just aren't going to support my foot for my runs, workouts and everyday running around.

True to size but runs wide. I got the smallest width option and unfortunately they are too wide. I will be returning. The quality is also lacking although they are cute. Bummed they didn’t work out.

I love the style and the textured sole of these sneakers, but even the wide shoe I ordered was too tight to be comfortable for long periods of time. My foot hung over the sides enough to feel unsupported. Disappointed that I had to send them back.

It feels like these shoes don't have any cushioning.

Nice looking and good support. But they were too wide/loose at the heel, my foot was slipping up and down way too much. Going 1/2 size down didn't help.

The new version of this shoe is unwearable. As someone with high arches, wide forefoot and narrow heel I struggle to find shoes that fit. I also trail run and like some side stabilization to prevent ankle rolling. Asics did the trick for many years but not any more. Though I bought the wide version of this shoe it's narrower than previous versions and no longer has any side support in the the front foot. There is virtually zero arch support and, most importantly, the extra offset lacing holes that were previously present (used to keep your heel in place) are absent in this version. Ugh. I guess these would work for a light gym workout but not for outdoor running or racquet sports. Going back.

Materials looked and felt cheap. Definitely run small and narrow.

I bought these (and another pair of Asics- Gel 4) for a trip. I previously had a pair of Asics which were comfortable (also Gel 4). But these and the new pair of Gel 4 just seem to aggravate my plantar fasciitis and worsen my overpronation. I think my relationship with Asics has really taken a hit after my second and third pair of shoes from them. Sadly, probably won't buy again anytime soon.

Unfortunately these really exacerbated my plantar fasciitis and heel spur.

The fabric was stiffer and less cushioned than the Gel Exite 4.

Didn’t work for me. I read hundreds of reviews before deciding on this one. It’s supposed to be excellent for running. This shoe made my toes numb on both feet. I have another pair of ASICS that do that to my feet. The search continues for a good running shoe.

This is the 2nd pair of Asics I am disappointed with. I have been a die hard Asics customer, but I am seriously reconsidering. These shoes are the most uncomfortable pair of shoes I own. Unfortunately, you have to wear them to figure that out and now I can not return them. In comparison to my other Asics shoes, these shoes look huge, wider, more padding, longer pointed shoe.

So disappointed! I loved my Gel Venture 5s but as many others said these were way to big. I thought that I could deal with it and that I could just tie them a bit tighter, but after a few workouts I knew these were just not going to work. I wish I had listened to the other reviews!!!!!

I really liked this shoe but it rode up in the back enough to know that I would not be able to run in them. I tried them both with my orthotics and the insole and then without the insole. I was really disappointed that I had to return them.

Have to return...I had tried on an 11, my usual Asics size. Too large all the way around. Went for 10.5. Somewhat better but too wide at heel. Felt like I could step out of it even after trying with an added insole. Cushioning around ankle not as "cushy" as before. Toe bed still roomy as before.Sorry. Loved my Asics in the past.

While these size 8W shoes fit lengthwise, they were too tight on the top of my foot and made my socks bunch up, making walking very uncomfortable. They do NOT bend; they are rather stiff. I was hoping for a much more flexible shoe. Sadly, I will return these and look for some gel heels because my husband wears Asics with the gel heel and they are very flexible. Sorry, Zappos.....gotta return them.

I purchased these shoes by mistake. I really wanted the Venture 5, but I figured that these couldn't be so different. Unfortunately I was wrong. I just started using them regularly for long walks and hikes, and symptoms of plantar fasciitis are very bad again. I realized that I am over-pronating, and even with new orthotic insoles, the problem remains.I made this purchase almost a year ago, and have walked about 10 miles in these shoes, so they cannot be returned. So many people are happy with these, but I do believe that the heel is a bit wide for my feet, so maybe that is it. My takeaway is that all Asics are not alike! I regret not having returned these before wearing them outside.

I have always loved Asics, but this time around not one pair I've purchased has worked. They have changed their templates and the shoe shape I've come to rely on is gone. I started with the more expensive line and this Venture 6 was the last. Thank you Zappos for allowing me to try a billion pair on! Of all the pairs I tried, this is the only one that felt like it was a true 9 1/2 W. However, it feels like I have lead boxes on my feet, and you can definitely tell that it isn't the same quality as Asics more expensive athletic shoes. I also purchased a pair of Brooks Dyad 10 and a pair of Mizuno Wave Runners, both of which I'm keeping. I underpronate, so I have fewer options, and I have a bunion. But I'm also a trainer, athletic and need a shoe that is comfortable, fits well and cans stand up to the punishment I'm going to give it. By the way I also tried a few New Balance. They ran small and didn't feel nearly as good as the Mizuno and Brooks.

Described as a shoe for those who have supination issues - I do - but this shoe hurt within the first half-mile of my walk. I tried running and could not go more than 20 feet. It was so weird! I've never had a shoe make such an immediate and big impact on my feet. I'm sure it's a great shoe for some, but a wrong pick for me. And I am an Asics fan, have used this brand exclusively for 10 years.