Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Venture® 7

I've been wearing different models of Asics for over a decade. I have high arches and found that the Venture 7 did not have sufficient arch support for me. I ordered my normal 7.5, medium width and found the overall feel of the shoe to be comfortable, sufficient toe room and comfortable around heels. Unfortunately, I decided to return these due to the lack of arch support.

These do not fit the same as the Gel Venture 6. They are similar but there is less arch support. You can see the difference in the insoles even. I could wear my old pair comfortably without an orthotic, but not these.

These shoes have absolutely no arch support. The non-removable foot bed liner is completely flat, but padded, so you can't add your own arch support. Confusingly, 80% of reviewers said these shoes provide arch support. This would only be the case if you have flat feet. If you have an actual arch, there is zero support.

Good shoes, just wasn’t the style I thought I’d want. Nothing wrong with them at all.

The fit seemed a bit off- I ordered my usual size but it seemed too small. The arch support was also a negative, though inserts might compensate for that problem. I ordered black/silver but you should know the actual color is blue with purple. I liked that, but it could be a problem for someone.

Okay, but I need more arch support.

Felt really small. Stiff but cute

So I thought these might be fun throwback style. They are definitely Navy (which I did expect). Unfortunately they’re even more ugly in person. Over all comfort was okay. Ultimately I will be returning because the is zero arch support. Like flats, not even a hint of an arch.

Nice looking shoe, but felt very heavy and bulky

So I bought these for running and there really is no cushion here. They would be great for cross training but I ran a half in them and ended up with blisters on the medial aspect of my first metatarsal head bilaterally :( I love the look. But not for long distance running. A basic cross training shoe ;)

Better shoes laces are needed, mine are not even long enough to lace properly.

I primarily wear these when I walk my dogs 1-3 miles at a time, and my arches have been cramping and I’m just generally uncomfortable. Maybe it’s the fit. Anyhow, my casual Onitsuka Tigers or Sauconys are much more comfortable for walking.

NO arch support. Completely flat on the inside. Returned immediately

Comfy after adding my own arch insoles. However, in only 3 months of casual wear, heels are coming apart from fabric of shoe - at top of heel - outside of shoe. Disappointing.

These shoes are really attractive looking and have a good amount of padding. However, I had a hard time finding the correct size because they are wide, so I had to get a smaller size than I probably should have. I have never had so much trouble finding an Asics shoe that fits. On the plus side, these shoes seem like they will last a long time.

I have several pairs of Asics and because of my left foot being messed up I need more space for the toe box. I have been wearing an 8 regular width and having problems, so stretched them as much as possible. The 8 wide is better for my foot in the toe box area, especially with my orthotics in them. I have to say if a person truly has a wide foot, this shoe may not work for them. As for me I am glad they are not as wide as I feared they might be. Trying to find any shoe that fits my foot comfortably is a problem.

I needed comfortable walking shoes. The lack of adequate arch support was reason for returning,

Didn't have enough cushion for running.

I like the color of these and the design was nice. They seem well made, however, I ordered an 8.5 W which is what I normally wear but they were too long and not quite wide enough for my feet which have bunions. If the shoes were just a bit wider I would order in size 8 but I'm concerned about the with.

There is plenty of room in the toe. There isn’t enough arch support for me. These shoes have spread out on the sides and I have only had them a short time. I wear a M width and these are not enough support on the sides for me. Hope this makes sense and helps.

I'm hesitant to order a bigger size. I wear a 6.5, but always get a 7 for walking/running shoes as I like to have room for a thicker sock. Ordered these in 7 Wide an they are way too small, both width and length. It's a nice looking, light-weight shoe but order up in size!