Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Venture 8
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Customer Fit Survey:
63%"Felt true to size"
85%"Felt true to width"
86%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I just walked out of the store with some Gel Venture 8's and wow, how comfortable are these things?! There was no need for a break in period and the base isn't too hard or anything like that. I'm excited to give these puppies their first run.
Itrytorun,
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I am always happy when I put on a pair of new sneakers and they are comfortable from the start! This is my first time trying Asics but I would definitely get again and would recommend them to others. The upper mesh is breathable, the shoe is stylish and I can wear my arch supports in them if needed.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
Michelle, Zappos Customer,
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Too tight across the arch, even though the same size and width as my previous 3 pairs of ASICS shoes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Ran a little big for me. Firm sole. Good arch support. Nice colors.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The sizing was correct and the shoes look fine. My concern was in the forefoot cushioning and the arch. I had to install an insole for arch support and that also added to the forefoot cushioning. For the price, it's a good shoe. I would buy it again.
I'd also recommend:
Mizuno and Brooks
Laurie, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
This is the second pair of Gel-Venture trail runners I have purchase and they are a quality shoe. The shoe strings are a little thin though they seem durable.
Monica A,
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Feels great. But the coral color is more a florescent pink/coral color. Quite bright.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The shoe fit as expected. This is a good shoe for someone looking for stability. It doesn’t flex much with the foot, but has good cushion and support.
Leah, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
True to size and stylish! I purchased them for workouts and to stand for long periods of time. I love them!
Shannon D,
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They were shorter than expected. I felt I need at least a half size larger.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes feel a little narrower than most of my other Wide Width walking shoes, but they are pretty comfortable and I think they will be fine
after I have worn them a few times.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Comfortable sneakers with nice style and colors. If they came a half size larger it would have worked fine for me. I could get them on, but my toes hit right at the end of the shoe - that's on me for being at the border of 12 and 12.5, not the sneakers fault! The width was fine, I can't speak to the durability or support since I only wore them long enough to try them on.
I'd also recommend:
ASICS, New Balance, Saucony
Kris, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I normally wear Asics in this size but too large and slips on the heel. Otherwise a great shoe.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
Candice, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I love the looks of these! The sizing is accurate, too. However, I personally would like a little bit wider toe box because of surgeries I have had...a little more rounded....but that's just me!
Nevertheless, they are comfortable, light weight and look great. A good value for the money!
Shoe F,
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Ok footwear toes could have more room but repeated wearing will do I think. Overall good sneakers I like them
Dana, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Nice shoe, a little brighter then I like but maybe I'll like it.
Mary M,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Quite comfortable forgot I had shoes on they were almost perfect except for the front where my toes felt there were no room but that was first wear maybe after two more they will feel just right
Dana, Zappos Customer,
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I needed a softer bottom on the sneaker.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Fit was pretty good - just seemed a hair short.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
These shoes are really fantastic but heed the reviews. They run small. I wear a 9.5 in running shoes and I bought the first pair in that size at the same time I bought a pair of Gel Nimbus. When I held them up together the Gel-venture was significantly smaller and when I put them on they were definitely too small. I sized up to the 10 and they are perfect. Very nice trail shoe, tons of stability, not overly cushioned giving good trail feel and lots of protection.
Trixiebelle,
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I’ve purchased ASICS 4 times because I love the fit and comfort for my walks. This is the first time a size 7 was too small. Strange.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I always wear Asics sneakers; they're the best fit for my narrow-ish feet. These run small--I normally size up sneakers a half size, and I had to size up a full size for these. They feel good otherwise.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I've worn Venture 7 for years, and love them. These were narrower in the toe area, thus felt small overall. For the right foot, I'm sure they are great though, just not my foot.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The fit and comfort are fine, but the colors are way off. Where it looks orange online is closer to hot pink.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Too small
SJR, Zappos Customer,
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