Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Venture® 7
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Customer Fit Survey:
84%"Felt true to size"
87%"Felt true to width"
80%"Moderate arch support"
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On my feet all day at work, lots of walking. Unfortunately, no so comfortable for this level of activity.
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I didn't wear them, very disappointed in Asics shoes in the past few years. They were always my go to brand because of my size.
The material is very poor and the construction not up to the previous models.
Cheap is the best way to describe the current Asics models. Very disappointed.
I'd also recommend:
Trying out Brooks, hopefully they won't disappoint.
M.M., Zappos Customer,
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Decent sneaker. Firm and supportive.
Comfortable
Alison, Zappos Customer,
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Sorry I had to return these because they are too wide and slip around on my feet. They look nice but just too wide for me
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I do have wide feet, and in the past Asics 8.5 wides have been a good fit. Not sure what's changed, but these shoes were so tight I could see the outline of my toes in the top of the toe box. The length was fine. Sadly, will have to send them back.
And just an FYI, the color shown on this site is much more subdued with color variance than the shoes I rec'd. What I rec'd was more black, grey and the laces and the soles were very fluorescent in color.
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I read reviews and really wanted to keep these sneakers. I ordered 2 different sizes, the 7 medium and the 6.5 wide women's. I have worn Brooks for over 20 yrs. so it's a big deal to switch, or too find a shoe that fits. The only problem with both pairs of Asics was the way the tongue is sewn in the shoe. Material overlaps all around the top and rubs the right side of my foot on the regular and the wide. What ashame! I might try another pair of Asics and I thank Zappos for great CS and free returns.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks size 7
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I’ve worn ASICS for years; my feet love them. This style didn’t work for me. I put this shoe on my left foot while keeping my current ASICS shoe on the right foot. This one made my foot look huge, appearing 2 sizes bigger than my “old” style. I don’t care for the shoelaces — they are thin strips of a nylon feel fabric-type material that don’t seem to maintain the tied position. Like you’d need to keep retrying them or something. I can’t speak accurately to the arch support, although it seems ok — I have to wear superfeet insoles in all my shoes
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I’m a fairly frequent runner and this was my first ASIC shoe. While I find it a very nice looking shoe I didn’t find it very comfortable. There was very little support and almost no cushion. I may stay with Skechers.
I'd also recommend:
Skechers
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Fit ok but not as much cushion as I’d like. Plus, the dominant color is navy, not black. Returning.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I had an earlier version of this style that I liked. This one is ok but has some negatives. First, it is not black and silver and described--it is very clearly a navy blue with lavender and aqua trim. That's fine, but it's puzzling that the description was so wrong. I have a short (5 1/2) narrow foot but I need a roomy toe box due to arthritis. The toe box seems ok but the heel keeps slipping. I tried a different lacing which helped some, but the laces seem thin and too stretchy. Also the overall material seems much cheaper than the previous model. I think I can live with these flaws. Just wish it was easier to find something that works, but because I need a 5 1/2, my choices are limited.
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I have been wearing Asics Venture shoes for years. I bought these thinking it was a sure thing they would fit and feel great. I was disappointed to find that the toe box is smaller so my little toes rubbed. I also don’t like that the insole is no longer removable and feels cheaper and more spongy than before. I loved how these looked, though, and really wish they hadn’t changed so much. I returned them.
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These felt good for the most part, seemed really supportive but the shoe is pretty pointed in the front, even in a wide. Didn’t feel wide enough for me, and too narrow/pointed in the toe box. Had to return.
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I did not feel like this shoe was going to be supportive enough. They seemed to collapse too easily while walking. I was also not a fan of the sole design. I sent these back and optioned for ASICS in a different, slightly higher priced style which I was happier with
Chris, Zappos Customer,
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These are totally different from the 6s as they have a foam insert. Some people will love it. I don’t like anything squishy so I had to return. They are much cuter than the 6s but I will need to go back and get them. Also the tongue seemed oddly bigger.
Mystic, Zappos Customer,
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Shoe felt true to size, and true to width. Ankle area felt very supportive. I removed the insoles and slipped in my custom orthotics. I did not feel that the shoes were cushioned enough my uses. Maybe if I used the insoles that came with the shoe they would have felt cushioned enough? But honestly, the Asics insoles did not seem like they would be cushioned enough for my uses either.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I used to wear ASICS but have switched around a lot the last few years. I was looking for a new good running shoe to help with my foot/ankle issues. (Oh heavens I have them... plantar fasciitis, ankle spurs, and 4 months ago I fractured my ankle bone.) Despite all that, I like to walk - a lot of miles. I ordered 4 pairs from Zappos and ended up keeping the Brooks Ghost 11 (awesome shoe!). When I tried on the ASICS, it seemed very stiff and uncomfortable. Maybe it'd get better after some use, but just didn't want to try it. Was hoping the ASICS would work due to a lower price tag, but that didn't happen. Thank you Zappos for free shipping both ways; I always find at least one pair I have to keep!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Shoes were fine, and quite comfortable -- the right shoe was great, but the left shoe was defective and I sent the pair back. Also, these are not black shoes, but are a dark blue exactly as my older ASICS are. The only true black is the bottom of the shoe, and the toe-guard. .
Lee, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Came to this because I wanted the old Gel-Cumulus as a trail runner and this sounded close in theory. NOPEtoo hard and wide. The insole left my foot sliding and slamming my toes into the front of the shoe until my big toenail was bloody. Since I can only afford one pair of specialty sneakers a year, I added thicker socks and extremely tight lacing to mitigate some of it. But not enough to keep me from slipping and injuring myself by the end of summer. Fun times.
Also, I know that trail shoes aren't supposed to be cushioned, but man, a little wouldn't be amiss on a shoe claiming to be for underpronators. Very hard and uncomfortable, especially since all that supposed structure and trail-feel didn't exactly work to keep me upright. Switched to a different brand for trails, much happier now.
Rating it with 2 stars, since it might work for someone with a wider foot. If you're a narrow-footed underpronator avoid Gel-Venture.
Naturenovice,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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So, I've worn other Asics over the years and they've been great. This shoe, I am not sure where to start. I got it because I am a supinator and this shoe was highly recommended for supinators. There is ZERO arch support. It says it comes with a removable sock liner but mine didn't have anything, and even the sole insert isn't removable. I don't think I've ever had a more uncomfortable sneaker/walking shoe/athletic shoe.
Lindasue,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I read online that this shoe was rated high for people who work on their feet all day. Can't say I agree.
MRSs,
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I absolutely love the feel and the look of the shoes. My only problem is that I didn't receive the shoe color that I ordered. I received the exact shoe I wanted but it was a different color. I actually liked the color I received better so I didn't send the shoes back. So other than that the shoe is true to size and feel. I'll leave a pic of the shoe I was supposed to get and what I received.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks
Sandra, Zappos Customer,
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I've owned this shoe for one month and have been running on dirt roads. I've logged about 100 miles in these shoes and the rubber sole is peeling away from the toe area already. See photos. The shoe is very comfortable and good for running on streets and trails. I would not buy this she again because of the issue with the sole peeling away from the toe area.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I really like the look of these shoes but although I ordered the size I normally order these shoes were a little short and the wide was not wide enough.
Sandi, Zappos Customer,
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Great colors. Fashionable.
Karli, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes do not last long as far as cushion and support go. I wore them less than 3 month and my feet hurt, I would not recommend these.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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