Customer Reviews ASICS GEL-Venture® 9
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32%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
76%"Felt true to size"
75%"Felt true to width"
85%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I like the shoes but they don't fit quite the same as other Asics. They're a little wider in the heel.
IMO most Asics run narrow and fit tight--which i like.
Jim W,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Good overall, but not as comfortable as I thought they would be.
StuBerk625,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I wore it on a 3 mile hike that included a rocks and significant elevation changes. Was comfortable and supportive without feeling bulky or heavy.
BearB,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Comfortable. Slightly bigger than expected. The one shoe sort of rubs on the back of my heel but maybe it's just brand new and needs time to get broken in. Overall great running shoes though & my knee doesn't hurt after running for an hour.
JoeRunnerCv,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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fit & size was just right
Barbara, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Nice shoe but heavier than I thought it wld be in comparison to new balance trail shoe
Mikeyjb,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Nice shoes. It runs very short compare to my other size 10.5 Asics shoes though. I ordered this along with a pair of same size Asics Excite-10. This one is at least 1/2 inch shorter, maybe even 3/4 inch.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I can feel the gel puck in the heel. It isn't always noticable but especially when I first put the shoes on l can feel it.
N8than,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Feels good, a little tight in width, looks good.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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This shoe felt tighter than normal width wise and not as comfortable as I usually experience with ASICS. They have loosened up somewhat now that I have worn them a few times……a 4 E should be a 4 E.
Denny, Zappos Customer,
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I really like how these feel but I was disappointed with the color. The color on the website is definitely a lot darker than what I got. These look really BLUE when I got it. I was expecting a much darker blue. I bought two just because I like to have backups but now I'm considering returning the other pair.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
Overall pretty comfortable. I last had the Gel-Venture 7's. I'm a little disappointed they did not carry the heel lock eyelet over from the previous versions.
Chef,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Seems like a decent shoe, but a little short in the size 13. I wear a 13 in just about everything (Hoka, Keen, Brooks, Adidas, Nike, Mizuno) but this felt more like a 12.5. I like a good finger's width (or thumb even) between the end of the shoe and my big toe, or you lose your toenails when hiking or running. These didn't have that, my toes were right up against the edge. That feels OK in the kitchen trying on, but go for a short walk, feet swell, and you'll be in trouble. As there's no 13.5 size in these (just jumps to 14, as do most brands) I won't get to try them out.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Well, I wear a size 14 in these shoes, and have for some time. I still wear 14 in other brands, but for some reason I now wear 15s in this brand.. So be warned.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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The color was a little bit darker than I would have liked and wish really showed how it looked when it arrived plus the mesh was creased seems like the reship out shoes that were returned.
Mo, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Asics
I average about 25 miles a week mostly on trails. I like the ride of the higher stack height and the redesigned tread pattern (also liked the previous pattern). The higher stack height provide a bit more cushioning and protection for slightly longer distances. The tread patter provided solid grip on a variety of moderate trails and on pavement. Where I think it falls short is the new materials on the upper. It seems a bit less breathable and I had a difficult time getting the lockdown I like. To solve the issue I used an awl and made an additional lockdown hole on each side. It seems to have solved my issue.
But I've spent twice as much on other trail running shoes and like them less than the Gel Venture 9.
For the money, it's a VERY good buy.
Cnwsrj,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Toe hits the front of shoe. Not the same as a Venture 6 I had previously owned.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I've had numerous Asics running shoes size 11.5 US including the GELVenture models for probably 25 years and this is the first time that the size seemed to small. My wife recently had the same issue with her Asics running shoes and had to return them for a half size larger. I ordered the GT1000 which was better because they do not have the high rubber toe piece that the Venture models have.
Ed, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at ASICS
too big for the size and mesh keeps streching. no support
For T,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Strange bumpy sole. The bumps push up into my foot. Feels like walking on stones.
Once they wore down after months, they felt better.
Have no idea why asics would sell this sole style.
David, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at ASICS
This pair of shoes are the best because they fit comfortably and no break in necessary, just put on and go. Love them.
Glen D,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at ASICS
These are very nice shoes. They're comfortable and look good. This is probably a personal issue, but I have to mention that when walking, my heels have a tendency to lift up slightly from the insole, even though I always snug up my laces tightly. Otherwise I like them and think they'll last.
Dean G,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at ASICS
This sneaker was easy to put on and take off, generous laces made securing a snap.
Ejs9784,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at ASICS
Boyfriend is VERY happy with his new trail running shoes. Thank you.
Handerson,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at ASICS
Love the color! Wear them the first time for 8hr straight and my feet were not hurting. Not like when ur breaking in a new pair.
Vianca,
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