Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Venture® 7
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58%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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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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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
I thought replacing my worn out sneakers would mean no more shin splints when I walk/jog, but there is very little improvement. Yes, my feet are more comfortable now with better arch support, but that's the only improvement, and wasn't my top priority.
Darcey,
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Another color not wide width felt better than a normal width.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Shoe is light all right, but that is because there is no padding except at tongue and around the ankle. Top of shoe hurts at the end of the day. For me, it has to be alternated with another pair different brand. Having had ankle surgery I am restricted to oversized sneakers for a while. I thought I could get away with one pair.
I'd also recommend:
Skechers, Ryka, Avia
Susana, Zappos Customer,
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I ordered these in wide but they felt narrow. In fact my daughter has narrow feet and they fit her perfect. I gave them to her.
Ellen, Zappos Customer,
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The shoe was a half size too small. The insole was not very good. The laces were narrow and thin making them hard to keep tied. I've worn this exact shoe before and not had these problems ... wonder what changed.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
I LOVE my Venture 6 so naturally I thought the 7 would be great. It is not. Very uncomfortable...tight. Cannot wear!
Little S,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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The fit was good except for the heel which was way too big. I do miss the cushioning in the toe box. Older Asics models had better cushioning.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Higher profile than the Ryka I like. Toe was boxy. If I was going to use for outdoor hiking I might have kept these but decided to return since I needed a walking shoe, not a hiking shoe.
I'd also recommend:
Ryka Sky Walk, Easy Spirit
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Unfortunately, I had to return these shoes. They felt rock hard on my feet and caused knee, hip and back pain. Admittedly, I do have plantar fasciitis and relatively flat arches, so maybe they’d work for others with more ‘normal’ feet. They were stylish, a good price and seemed well-made. I’m very grateful for Zappos return policy, allowing me to try them out.
Wendy, Zappos Customer,
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Not Comfy
Wendy, Zappos Customer,
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Too tight, unfortunately! I bought them in a wide, but my feet start to ache within a short while of wearing them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I like ASICS shoes; however, this style does not work well for me on trails. I don’t feel there’s enough protection for my big toes on the rough terrain.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Ugh, was so disappointed I had to return these. Run small and are very narrow. I loved the color and look of the shoe, so was super bummed they didn't work out.
I'd also recommend:
Hokas
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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They feel true to size and have good support. The toe box is roomy and felt fine initially, but after walking 3-5 miles the outside edge rubbed my baby toes on both feet to the point of blisters. I’m very disappointed because I loved my venture 6 and never experienced any discomfort from them. I’m returning them.
Julia, Zappos Customer,
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Only problem was the heel width was too big causing my heel to come out when walking and my foot to slid too far into the toe box. Must return.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I like the looks of the shoe but others had said the laces were impossible to loosen and tighten, I agree. Had to buy elastic laces. The insole is also to narrow for the shoe. I am desperate for new shoes so I will try them out and see how it goes. Service was prompt.
Linda, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Felt tight on my feet, and honestly not high enough at the laces for my foot.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have to say I was disappointed. I tried my first ASICS with my previous shoes and loved them. These are stiff and not very cushioned particularly for a gel shoe. They are fine but not a great choice. I got them for a great price so decided to keep them but I am looking for a new pair.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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This wide version fits like every other regular width brand. What a shame.
I'd also recommend:
Salomon
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The fit and size are fine. I stand on my feet a lot at work and they do not give me any support.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The shoe itself is great - the issue is with the laces - never stay tied - I wear these shoes for an eight hour work shift and have to re- tie them at least twice an hour. Should not have to buy new shoes and immediately replace the laces.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks
Claudia, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I liked these when I wore them at the gym but when I walked outside in them for three miles my toes did not feel good. They do have a fairly narrow toe box but I also went a half size up from my normal size. I returned them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Fit was true to size for length. Runs narrow though. Some heel slippage (I have narrow heels), but lacing through all holes helped. Pretty good traction on dirt trails.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Two issues -- they run at least a half size too small. I usually wear a 8 1/2 and with these my toes were at the very end. I ordered the wide so as to have a bit more room, but these were the same as the medium width shoes I have.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Loved the GEL-Venture 6. Replaced with these and the fit is just not the same and not comfortable. It's not too big or too little, just not right. The 6 was the best fit I've ever found in a moderately priced workout shoe.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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