Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Venture 8

I'm a long time user of the Venture 7, and am always leery of next-generation models as it seems some features get changed when there's no need for change. The Venture 8 feels a lot like the 7, but it's my opinion the mid-sole, and heel counter aren't quite as supportive as what's in the 7. I carry 230 lbs on my 6' frame, and having even a little less support is noticeable. The insoles of both the 7 and 8 are non-removable, unless you want to tear them out. I havent, but I added flat, Spenco insoles on top of the non-removable insoles in both models to add a layer of cushion. All things considered the Venture 8 is a less satisfactory shoe for me than the 7 due to what appears to be changes in the mid-sole, and heel counter materials.

For a low cost shoe, I find them to be comfortable. I walk about 4 miles a day. felt good

a little small

Great ASICS!!

So far so good. Different cushioning than previous Asics I have owned: jury is still out on this.

Just like the pair I wore out!

I wished I could have kept them, but they were just a little to short. Other than that they felt really good. Nice and sturdy, soft insole.

too tight even tho it's "my" size

I have wide feet so ordering a men's wide worked well for me. When I get women's shoes this wide I slip out of the heel - not a problem here.

Cool for everyday walking, not super trendy, though.

I wear size 13. I have worn size 13 for 27 years. I ordered the size 13 and they were very tight. I exchanged for size 14 and it fits like a size 13. These shoes are sized way too small.

Shoe fits snugger than usual, had to really loosen the strings. My last size 11 4E seemed to be a little bulky, these are slimmer and lighter but tighter.

Asics for my size 15 feet works well for me.

Overall I like the fit and comfort of these shoes. My main gripe is that because of the venting that is low on the sides of the shoe, anytime I walk on wet grass or get caught in any bit of rain, my feet and socks get soaking wet. If I never had to walk in wet grass again these would be great. But for this reason alone I probably will only keep these as spares…

Not sure what's going on with my right foot. I don't think the problem is ASICS but my right shoe causes extreme pain in my foot. Tried larger size, still a problem. Before this purchase I bought the Gel-Contend 7 (12.5; 4E). It does the same thing, cause pain in my right foot. I've been buying ASICS for at least 20 years and have no idea what went wrong. Too late to return the Contend, but I'm returning Gel-Venture. Sorry ASICS.

I have been wearing this model of shoe for the last 5 years. I appreciate how easy it was to purchase them on Zappos.com. Delivery was fast and accurate.

Felt a size larger

They fit well and fel great.

These feel like I am wearing shoes.