I'm an avid walker and I tear through a couple pairs of Nimbus every year. I just recently brought some Venture 8s as I have started taking moderate trails and light hikes more seriously. They are an amazing shoe for the money, however I would suggest people stay the hell away from the tarmac in them... I had the Sonoma a few years ago and ripped the lugs to shreds very quickly walking a few km of road to the trail every couple days. I
Thanks for sharing Ben. Good to hear how the Venture 8's are from a hiking perspective. I have heard other walkers say that about the Nimbus too, that they're not especially durable, though I haven't used them myself. It's a hard balance to strike for tarmac and trails as you want the lugs to be able to deal with some mud but then not so aggressive and firm that you really feel them on the concrete.
Without a second doubt, these shoes are just awesome. I've used them for hiking, trail walking, road running and they never disappointed me. Also, the built quality is top notch. One plus point I noticed, these shoes dry off really quick. While hiking, my foot slipped in a waterfall.. and the shoe dried within 6-8hrs. I didn't have any uncomfortable feel while walking in the wet shoe.
I got these recently at a very discounted price of US$30. Immediately i put them to test. Did a hill climb with gravel paths and steep muddy slopes. Approx 9km in distance. Grip cannot be faulted. Cushioning is adequate to protect your feet. Not very bouncy like my Trabuco Max but it was stable. Overall very satisfied with the performance given the price i got them. The lugs hardly look used but my concern is whether the outsole rubber will detach from the midsole. The whole trail was littered with the "bodies" of shoe outsoles.
Very comfortable with plenty of padding. Wore them most days for walking the dogs in all weathers. The front toe protectors could do with being more resilient,and the glue that holds the sole on needs assessing for upgrading. Wore mine till the soles became detached even though they looked dreadful. Five months of daily three mile walks,say 450.miles. If I'd used them for running they might only last 300.
Thanks for sharing how you've found them. Mine are still going pretty strong at 300 miles though the cushioning is not completely what is was when I first bought them.
Got one of those as my first trail runners. Amazing comfort but turns out allmost all trails where I live are super technical so I felt like I was about to twist an ankle any time I used them on the downhills, but if you are not planning to use them on technical/rocky terrain these are amazing
Completely agree. They are great for comfort and feel pretty plush but cannot deal so well for rocky terrain. What shoes did you go for to deal with the rocky, technical terrain?
One of the few shoes for sale near me that are 4E, they are quite comfortable and the width is close to perfect for me (can't find anything wider near me)
Good to see a decent review with a significant number of miles run in the shoes rather than one of those unboxing reviews that don't help you make a decision. I seem to need 10mm heel drop trail shoes with good enough grip and wide enough forefoot. These look good for that except where it's rocky. My shoe of choice which I really like are the Salomon Supercross Blast which are great. These seem a good lower cost option for trail runs on the less technical runs like lunch runs along the riverbank by my office. I have 2 questions. How is the sizing? I have read some people sized down on these compared even to other Asics. The second question is how the forefoot flex points are for wear. Most running shoes are weak in this area especially trail shoes subjected to grime. These look like they have more protective side material than many shoes so appear like this might not be an issue. How are yours now? Any holes in the upper?
Thanks Harvey. The sizing on these is good for me - I'm usually a 10.5 and went for that size in the Venture 8's. I do have quite wide feet however so can see why people would size down in them as they are quite spacious. The wear is looking good on mine, no tears on the upper and sole is looking good on the forefoot flex points after almost 300 miles for me. There is some wear on the lugs but then I have used these as a kind of commuter shoe so a fair few road miles in that 300 total.
@@timeonfeet Thanks. It's quite strange the wide range of reviews some say these size small some say big you say they are as normal. I have just found that the Sports Direct chain sell them so I might be able to find a pair in my local and try them out. They also have these on their web site in blue for £46 at the minute, really good price.
@@timeonfeet After today failing to find any stock in my size at the shop I have asked Asics. There really is out there a bit of a 50/50 split of people saying size up or down. Very strange. Sportsshoes say these fit small so that would be 10.5 instead of a 10. Whereas others like you infer might go more for a 9.5. I'll see what Asics say next. Confusing 🙂
@@harveyjones5027 That's a really odd one. I'm someone with wide feet and they seem pretty spacious to me but it seems like others might take a different view if they're saying they size up small. I guess if you can try in a shop that would be best but if not a place online with a good returns policy
Those ASICS venture series can be used for everything it looks good with joggers and outfits for the color asic ventures They’re lightweight which is perfect for outdoor basketball or martial art training or running or casual wear with graphic shirts
Thanks for taking the time to comment. Good to hear they work well for other sports too - I've only used them for running but pleased with them and they're quite versatile.
The Position of Higher abrasion on the Outsole could be rootcaused by running in non-neutral shoes for a longer time. So a non-neutral shoe overcorrected the feet and twisted it. Try the Joe Nimble nimbletoes Trail. Not the "Trail Addict". The "Trail". My right feet ist overcorrected Like my left one but the overcorrection on the right one is Stronger. The nimbletoes Trail will re-establish a full functional feet. The nimbletoes Trail with original insoles inside runs a little bit "Low Volume" along the 5th toe-beam. The nimbletoes Trail also snuggs around the midfoot Up to the metarsals heads but gives toe-freedom. The nimbletoes Trail Addict Run wider with more Volume along the 5th toe-beam. But you Run on a Platform Like on any other shoe. This is less effective If you have over-corrected feet. Also Ballop and Saguaro are less effective than the Joe Nimble nimbletoes Trail. The nimbleToes Trail have a outsole-unit with 6mm, while the Gym-Version has a outsole-unit with 4mm "thickness". There are other non-Trail-models offered with both Versions of Outsole-unit: 4mm or 6mm. The 6mm Version is more or less Essential for Trails and Isolation in Winter-Times. If your feet are untwisted again you may Take Care running in neutral shoes only. For strong and functional feet the Joe Nimble nimbletoes Trail Addict is the best selection. Zero-Drop and compared to Altra and Topo No toe-spring. The EVA is firmer and more durable. There are Runners Put 1000km on the Michelin-Rubber Outsole and the EVA-midsole and the Upper. Currently there is the TransAlp Ultra Trail from Austria to Northern Italy. One of the Top-Athletes is wearing the Joe Nimble nimbletoes Trail Addict.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, much appreciated. I haven’t come across the Joe Nimbles nimbletoes Trail before but I will check them out. That’s one of the most important things for me at the moment - having a shoe that will go the distance and be durable and comfy over longer distances. I’ve just bought the Brooks Caldera 5’s with that in mind so will see how they do! That’s definitely a limitation of these ASICS Gel Venture 8’s though, I’ve liked them for up to 20 miles but beyond that you really feel the ground a bit too much for me.
@@timeonfeet BROOKS has DNA, which is newtonian fliud elements molded inside a EVA-foam. Except the Road-Running-Models with DNA AMP, where DNA-elements are molded inside PU-foam. That's injected PU-Foam which is less durable than his beads-based Brother. adidas calls e-TPU beads based Foam "BOOST" which is Most durable. Even hard to Cut with a carpet-knife. Saucony has Like Reebok peba-beads based Midsole technology. Micro-beads at Reebok Called Floatride Energy. At Saucony it is PWRUN PB. The beads have nearly the Same size Like at adidas BOOST, Puma NRGY or Puma Hybrid or CSI Pearllfoam. But PWRUN PB is peba, while the Others have e-TPU beads. Peba is less durable than PU and need to be soft to have a Controller Rebound and Not too much Flex. Nike React is a Hybrid Out of rubberized-EVA and peba. As it is injected it is less durable than any other beads-based peba- midsole-Technology. Nike Zoom X is pure injected Peba and for Sure Not better than Reebok Floatride as Floatride is always Something Special. The next, new NASA-Boot will be from Reebok with a Floatride-midsole. The Most interesting shoe on the Market ever the Reebok Floatride Run PANTHEA. Not developed for heel-Strikers. It think you are looking for a long-distance running shoe which is good even in muddy Terrain and offers good Grip on wet rocks. The Toebox should be between normal and wide and the cushioning "max" instead of normal or "ground contact". The EVA around the DNA is the Problem at BROOKS, my BROOKS Ghost lost cushioning after 20+ Miles while the Kooshride-TPU Cushioning from my Reebok Harmony Road totally outperformed the Brooks Ghost. There is No any better at BROOKS than the BROOKS Ghost even on Trails. I was Trail-Running with the Brooks Ghost in The Alps. I destroyed the EVA completely. Just the DNA elements still offer their function. EVA looses Air and need Minimum 24h to pump.up itself again. PU/TPU does Not loose Air. The adidas Terrex Free Hiker where good for 1.000 Miles on the Pacific Crest Trail and still good for Further 1.000 Miles. Gas-infused midsoles-technologies Like at the BROOKS Catamount I rate as Lite nur Not as durable Like adidas BOOST or Saucony PWRUN (this is e-TPU beads based Like adidas BOOST while PWRUN PB is peba-beads based). The older adidas Terrex Agravic XT would have been the best shoe for you. To Setup a better model-Expertise inside Agravic-Family the new XT is more or less the Brand new "Agravic Ultra", while the new "Agravic" (predecessor was the Agravic XT) is lighter and has a rubberized-EVA midsole which is quite durable. The Agravic TR (rubberized-EVA) is the entry-model without a rockplate in the midsole-section which is also a Torsion-Element. The Agravic Flow has are more durable Continental Rubber Outsole and offers Not the best Grip on muddy Terrain. Interesting is that the adidas Terrex Speed SG is rated by adidas as Trail-Running shoe even in technical alpine Terrain for Ultras. This shoe is the best from adidas for SG...soft ground Like mud but is Not anything less good in Rocky Terrain Like the best other Trail-Runners for auch ground. If you Like a more firmer Ride but durable Firm cushioning this would be a good shoe for you. As it IS has real sickle-shaped last the big toe lays straight in the Toe-Box and the 5th toe-beam has Space for it's Natural Position. But the Toe-Box is Not wide. The shoe has a athletic sickle-shaped last. That's good but may irritate. The adidas Terrex Speed SG let's water in Like is let's the water Out again. The Mesh has Windows with a grid-mesh instead of e.g. water-repellend Ripstop-mesh. The midsole foam is Not Litestrike EVA. It's a Firm Litestrike (PU). The cushioning does Not degrade after 20+ Miles. It stays stable but it is on the firmer Side. The right Grade of firmness as such firmness is healthier for the Feet, knee and hips.
@@espacesX You've really done your homework on this! I find I have to try a pair of shoes on before making a final judgement as I've often had shoes that look great on paper in terms of their specs but then you get them on and they just don't gel with your foot. So far I've just gone on what they've had in the shop and what I could actually test on a treadmill but as you get more pairs and are more familiar with different brands you can get a bigger idea of what works and what doesn't. Will check out the terrex!
@@timeonfeet EVA is never EVA i.e the Same, but Altra's EVA before EGO-foam was nearly as worse as the cheaper shoes at/from Lidl. It flat Out the Altra Superior 3.5 within 50 Miles on aggressive gravel roads and/or alpine Terrain. adiprene and adiprene+ are durable EVA-foam-technology by adidas. adiprene+ is rubberized-EVA Rebound-Foam and adiprene near to NOENE vibration-elimimating foam. Litestrike comes from Basketball-Shoes. Best foam regarding agility I'm aware of. BOOST needs frames (more rails than a frame) and/or Stabilization element or (new) a Litestrike-Frame for better side-stability as the beads are rolling (also sidewise). Injected foam has Higher border-density which created it's own frame for better side-stability. But If EVA looses Air and cushioning IT also looses Support and Stability. I've Seen Asics Gel-Venture on the Triple Crowns (PCT, CDT and AT) which rooled-off sidewise into over-pronation. The Outsole was shifted sidewise relative tobthe Upper. The midsole looked Like the Tower of Pisa. Such a Instability you will never see on BOOST. It is more the demand by BOOST to the Runner to have "a Clean" gait-cycle. For traversing and uneven ground the adidas Terrex Skychaser 2.0 are improved compared to the Skychaser (Gen. 1) If you prefer cruising along Traverses and over uneven Underground. The Agravic was the reference Here with it's compensating midsole-concept. A good shoe for cruising is also the La Sportiva Wildcat 2.0 (Sold in US only as IT IS a Triple Crown Shoe) and a little bit lower in drop the more protective La Sportiva Ultra Raptor. The rubberized-EVA midsole is very durable and the La Sportiva "FriXion White" Outsole in the Ultra Raptor has GRIP on wet rocks nearly as good as adidas with e.g. Continental, Stealth Phantom or Traxion. The FriXion Blue of the La Sportiva Wildcat 2.0 is very, very durable but has better Grip on wet rocks than Vibram XS Trek. Vibram XS Trek can Not been compared with Vibram XS Trek EVO. Vibram XS Trek EVO is Dangerous on wet rocks. All Shoes from Joe Nimble and Bär / Baer for outdoors use Vibram XS Trek EVO or better since ~ 1 year. The Michelin Outsole of the Trail Addict is nearly as good as FriXion White or Adidas Continental. But the Michelin Rubber has good durability and cut-outs in aggressive Rock is rarely. Shoes with BOOST can disapoint die to Weight as BOOST is heavier than EVA and Litestrike (Hybrid of EVA and PU with different Ratio) or Litestrike Pro. All Shoes with peba or EVA have their own Problems beyond some n x 10g per shoe more Weight, which is at the end No Problem of BOOST. With 450gramms per shoe at size UK 9 you can do Speed-Hiking. Above you can calculate with each 100g you carry 500g to 1 kg more on your sholders. The treshold at Trail-Running is quite near to These 450...500g per shoe. For Sure a adidas Response BOOST Trail May dissapoint you as IT IS quite heavy and does Not moderate the pronation. It's fully neutral, but as Trail-Shoe it rools sidewise If your gait-cycle is "Not Clean". The Specs of peba are better but the truth is that peba needs to be too soft to have a Controlled Rebound and lower Flex. If peba is Setup firmer you will Run against the peba-flex uphill. Light EVA is Not easy to schiebe and Nitrogene-infused EVA needs to be protected while rubberized-EVA can be even Outsole. Also TPU can be Outsole while the more robust Nike React is Hybrid of rubberized-EVA and peba. Max. Robustness: adidas BOOST and Saucony EVERUN (PU-version) Lightness and Robustness: any Litestrike, while Litestrike EVA offers more agility and Litestrike (PU) more durability. adiprene/adiprene+: I rate as better than adidas Cloudfoam, Bounce, etc., which are all rubberized-EVA. The old Nike Wildhorse with Zoom Air at the Heel was a great Long Distance shoe but.... I record my Training on adidas Running App / Former Runtastic. The list of my own registered shoes there I already tested is very Long. Thretmill Testing is Not enough... I tested Nike and Asics there and both failed on the Forrest Trails. Both even soaked wetness thru the midsole into the footbed....
@@timeonfeet Caldera 5 has Stackheight for Speed. As it is Speed oriented Like the Hoka One Hoka Speedgoat the shoe-last of the Caldera 5 is accordingly "normal", while the Cascadia is the only Comfort oriented wider Trail-Running shoe by Brooks. The best Trail-Running shoe from Brooks is the Brooks Ghost, which is listed as a shoe for the Road. Unfortunately they changed the outsole-pattern on the heel-section. Why is the Ghost so good? Crash-Pad Design. Self-stabilizing, self-adjusting to the pronation-type of the Runner. If you are a neutral Runner the Ghost behaves neutral.
I have rather wide feet but also what happens with most my big toe pushes up into the material. Is it spacious at front with these ones? Would really like to find something affordable that finally fits.
My Gel Venture 8's a re slippery as hell on hard surfaces if there is even the slightest bit of moisture on the ground. I know, I hear you saying "Duh, they're trail shoes. They're not meant for sidewalks, cobblestone, pavers, etc." Well that's fine if the trail starts at your front door, but I have to walk to the trail, and I walk over a lot of slippery surfaces. Also no good for any winter city use. Really odd. Anyone else have this issue?
got it right off the asics website if anyone sees this and is wondering where i got them, shipping was free and they were on sale for $69 and i got 10% off for making an account, so like i said end total was $62 and change so round up to $63 and that is ground shipping here in the USA should get the shoes tomorrow 7/1 ordered them tuesday 6/27 so not too bad for free shipping time wise
My concern was anything but not to buy too big canoes so probabbly I bought too small ones. My foot is 28.5cm long I bought 10.5uk. My big toes hurts and tend to bent like a hallux after walk. Somethimes I think one number bigger will not sort the problem because my narrow feet slide inside toe box. Make this any sense? Do you think unless heel is slipping they are too small? I would sell my mom to learn the truth 😉
@@makuszko I think it's really individual, you have to find the shoes that work best for your feet and try before you buy if possible so you know how they feel
Can i use them for running/walking on tracks made in the parks?? In park near my home, Tracks are made up of small bricks type things. I am confused whether these tracks come under road running or not 😅 And right now i am using Addidas RunFalcon Shoes. Its condition is not so good so that's why I am thinking of purchasing a new pair of shoes.
It would probably depend on how flat the bricks are and how much they poke up into the sole of the shoe. The Venture 8's don't have a rock plate in the sole so you could feel the ground quite a lot through them. They're better for fairly firm mud and woodland and grass trails overall.
@@shivamgarg1873 It's definitely worth trying different shoes on so you can feel what they're like. My personal favourite for an all round road shoe that's a basic model would be these: ruclips.net/video/q66keE_-8vU/видео.html But best to try them on and see what you think
@@timeonfeet i found a weird thing. asics australian website says its designed for overpronation, other asics global websites say its designed for neutral. crazy
Hi. I'm not sure on this one, it could be because they only have minimal cushioning so could be worth trying other shoes and seeing if that makes a difference?
Using them for brisk road walking could mean the lugs on the bottom of the shoe wear down quickly as opposed to using them on trails. It might be worth looking at Asics road shoes for what you need.
I wouldn't be able to help with that sorry. Best to try them out in the shop and see what you prefer. I love my Asic gel excite 7's but they're an everyday shoe and maybe not for everyone
Hi, I’ve used nike free run and under armour for running in the past. But this time I wanted to go with Ascis but I’m Confused to choose between Ascis Gt express 2 vs Ascis gel venture 8 vs Ascis Gt 1000 9 vs Ascis gel quantum festa? What do you recommend in those, thanks in advance.
I've only used the Gel Venture 8's on your shortlist so couldn't help I'm afraid. Might be worth comparing different reviews of each one and also trying them all on if you can and have shops near you that have them in stock. Best of luck.
It really depends on what you're looking to use them for and also your foot and style of running. The Venture 8's are trail shoes whereas the others Road shoes. I'd suggest trying them on and checking out reviews for all of them. I've only run in the Venture 8's in that list so can't help with the others.
@@timeonfeet you said Venture 8 is good for 20miles, so it's for a single run, means if I run for 8-10miles everyday is it going to have a problem? Also on Asics website Venture 8 is having normal cushioning, so after a period of time does the cushioning gets affected? Please do help with this question, I am planning to buy it
@@ameykadam7828 I've only done just over 200 miles in mine at the moment but the cushioning is very similar to when I first bought them. Beyond 200 miles I'm not sure if the cushioning would be more significantly affected but they've been good up to 200 miles. If you're doing 8-10 miles everyday then it would depend on how rugged the terrain is to affect the wear on them. I have heard from others who have the Gel Venture 8's that you shouldn't use them too much for road as over time the lugs can wear down.
I haven't used them for hiking so couldn't recommend them for this, only running. I have heard a few people say they are good for that length of hike but other shoes may be more well suited to rocky hikes as the sole in the Gel Venture 8 isn't the thickest and there's no rock plate.
I haven’t run in any Nike shoes before but I’ve tried on a couple of pairs that were too narrow for my wide feet. Saying that it’s always best to try them out for your foot and style of running as it’s about what works for you.
You could do but there are other shoes out there that would be more cushioned. The main thing is to try them on before you buy them and see if they're comfortable
@@timeonfeet will try it. My shoes will delivery on tomorrow. There's 10 days return policy. I have plan to walk inside the home if the shoes good and comfortable I will use at road otherwise I will return to sender
Hi. It depends on what kind of terrain it is. These aren't the most cushioned trail shoes out there but I've found them good for distances up to 10 miles
@@kutibalint if its just grass then I've found these fine for that. Only if its rocky or too technical. And you wouldn't probably want these shoes for long runs on tarmac
Asics que n una marca cara y poco confiable, el producto se rompe prematuramente y desde el servicio de atención al cliente por lo menos en España, no responde, tengo un correo desde atención al cliente , donde ni siquiera aseguran 400 kilómetro, no los recomiendo
They do some models like this one that are quite cheap and the Asics Gel Excite 7 are good too considering how inexpensive they are - mine have lasted almost 600 miles. It really depends what you're looking for - I haven't yet got any more expensive Asics models, only the cheaper, more basic ones.
They are fairly breathable, definitely not waterproof. I would recommend trying them on in a shop to see if you like them. They are not the softest cushioned shoes so may not be best for your job
I just purchased the Gel Venture 9. They have been brilliant so far.
Good to hear you're enjoying them 👍
I'm an avid walker and I tear through a couple pairs of Nimbus every year. I just recently brought some Venture 8s as I have started taking moderate trails and light hikes more seriously. They are an amazing shoe for the money, however I would suggest people stay the hell away from the tarmac in them... I had the Sonoma a few years ago and ripped the lugs to shreds very quickly walking a few km of road to the trail every couple days.
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Thanks for sharing Ben. Good to hear how the Venture 8's are from a hiking perspective. I have heard other walkers say that about the Nimbus too, that they're not especially durable, though I haven't used them myself. It's a hard balance to strike for tarmac and trails as you want the lugs to be able to deal with some mud but then not so aggressive and firm that you really feel them on the concrete.
Without a second doubt, these shoes are just awesome.
I've used them for hiking, trail walking, road running and they never disappointed me. Also, the built quality is top notch.
One plus point I noticed, these shoes dry off really quick. While hiking, my foot slipped in a waterfall.. and the shoe dried within 6-8hrs. I didn't have any uncomfortable feel while walking in the wet shoe.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts Kim!
I got these recently at a very discounted price of US$30. Immediately i put them to test. Did a hill climb with gravel paths and steep muddy slopes. Approx 9km in distance. Grip cannot be faulted. Cushioning is adequate to protect your feet. Not very bouncy like my Trabuco Max but it was stable. Overall very satisfied with the performance given the price i got them. The lugs hardly look used but my concern is whether the outsole rubber will detach from the midsole. The whole trail was littered with the "bodies" of shoe outsoles.
Great deal on them. For that price then they're very good!
Very comfortable with plenty of padding. Wore them most days for walking the dogs in all weathers. The front toe protectors could do with being more resilient,and the glue that holds the sole on needs assessing for upgrading. Wore mine till the soles became detached even though they looked dreadful. Five months of daily three mile walks,say 450.miles. If I'd used them for running they might only last 300.
Thanks for sharing how you've found them. Mine are still going pretty strong at 300 miles though the cushioning is not completely what is was when I first bought them.
Got one of those as my first trail runners. Amazing comfort but turns out allmost all trails where I live are super technical so I felt like I was about to twist an ankle any time I used them on the downhills, but if you are not planning to use them on technical/rocky terrain these are amazing
Completely agree. They are great for comfort and feel pretty plush but cannot deal so well for rocky terrain. What shoes did you go for to deal with the rocky, technical terrain?
@@timeonfeet ASICS trabuco 10 gtx is something never seen before. Outstanding grip on every surface even on wet slippery rocks.
One of the few shoes for sale near me that are 4E, they are quite comfortable and the width is close to perfect for me (can't find anything wider near me)
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Trail shoes usually do not last very long. Sand, mud, gravel etc are nasty to the sole.
I am impressed that it held together for 200miles!
I've got 850 miles out of another pair, the Brooks Caldera 5! Most of mine I'm getting to around 600 miles though
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Good to see a decent review with a significant number of miles run in the shoes rather than one of those unboxing reviews that don't help you make a decision. I seem to need 10mm heel drop trail shoes with good enough grip and wide enough forefoot. These look good for that except where it's rocky. My shoe of choice which I really like are the Salomon Supercross Blast which are great. These seem a good lower cost option for trail runs on the less technical runs like lunch runs along the riverbank by my office. I have 2 questions. How is the sizing? I have read some people sized down on these compared even to other Asics. The second question is how the forefoot flex points are for wear. Most running shoes are weak in this area especially trail shoes subjected to grime. These look like they have more protective side material than many shoes so appear like this might not be an issue. How are yours now? Any holes in the upper?
Thanks Harvey. The sizing on these is good for me - I'm usually a 10.5 and went for that size in the Venture 8's. I do have quite wide feet however so can see why people would size down in them as they are quite spacious. The wear is looking good on mine, no tears on the upper and sole is looking good on the forefoot flex points after almost 300 miles for me. There is some wear on the lugs but then I have used these as a kind of commuter shoe so a fair few road miles in that 300 total.
@@timeonfeet Thanks. It's quite strange the wide range of reviews some say these size small some say big you say they are as normal. I have just found that the Sports Direct chain sell them so I might be able to find a pair in my local and try them out. They also have these on their web site in blue for £46 at the minute, really good price.
@@harveyjones5027 Definitely worth trying then out in store to see if they suit your feet and give enough cushioning 👍
@@timeonfeet After today failing to find any stock in my size at the shop I have asked Asics. There really is out there a bit of a 50/50 split of people saying size up or down. Very strange. Sportsshoes say these fit small so that would be 10.5 instead of a 10. Whereas others like you infer might go more for a 9.5. I'll see what Asics say next. Confusing 🙂
@@harveyjones5027 That's a really odd one. I'm someone with wide feet and they seem pretty spacious to me but it seems like others might take a different view if they're saying they size up small. I guess if you can try in a shop that would be best but if not a place online with a good returns policy
Those ASICS venture series can be used for everything it looks good with joggers and outfits for the color asic ventures
They’re lightweight which is perfect for outdoor basketball or martial art training or running or casual wear with graphic shirts
Thanks for taking the time to comment. Good to hear they work well for other sports too - I've only used them for running but pleased with them and they're quite versatile.
Just picked up a pair in UK for £25 from an ASICS outlet store, very comfy, they will be tested!!
Bargain! Hope you enjoy
@@timeonfeet Cheers, helpful review I won't lie. Thanks
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The Position of Higher abrasion on the Outsole could be rootcaused by running in non-neutral shoes for a longer time. So a non-neutral shoe overcorrected the feet and twisted it.
Try the Joe Nimble nimbletoes Trail. Not the "Trail Addict". The "Trail". My right feet ist overcorrected Like my left one but the overcorrection on the right one is Stronger. The nimbletoes Trail will re-establish a full functional feet. The nimbletoes Trail with original insoles inside runs a little bit "Low Volume" along the 5th toe-beam. The nimbletoes Trail also snuggs around the midfoot Up to the metarsals heads but gives toe-freedom.
The nimbletoes Trail Addict Run wider with more Volume along the 5th toe-beam. But you Run on a Platform Like on any other shoe. This is less effective If you have over-corrected feet. Also Ballop and Saguaro are less effective than the Joe Nimble nimbletoes Trail. The nimbleToes Trail have a outsole-unit with 6mm, while the Gym-Version has a outsole-unit with 4mm "thickness". There are other non-Trail-models offered with both Versions of Outsole-unit: 4mm or 6mm. The 6mm Version is more or less Essential for Trails and Isolation in Winter-Times.
If your feet are untwisted again you may Take Care running in neutral shoes only. For strong and functional feet the Joe Nimble nimbletoes Trail Addict is the best selection. Zero-Drop and compared to Altra and Topo No toe-spring. The EVA is firmer and more durable. There are Runners Put 1000km on the Michelin-Rubber Outsole and the EVA-midsole and the Upper.
Currently there is the TransAlp Ultra Trail from Austria to Northern Italy. One of the Top-Athletes is wearing the Joe Nimble nimbletoes Trail Addict.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, much appreciated. I haven’t come across the Joe Nimbles nimbletoes Trail before but I will check them out. That’s one of the most important things for me at the moment - having a shoe that will go the distance and be durable and comfy over longer distances. I’ve just bought the Brooks Caldera 5’s with that in mind so will see how they do! That’s definitely a limitation of these ASICS Gel Venture 8’s though, I’ve liked them for up to 20 miles but beyond that you really feel the ground a bit too much for me.
@@timeonfeet BROOKS has DNA, which is newtonian fliud elements molded inside a EVA-foam.
Except the Road-Running-Models with DNA AMP, where DNA-elements are molded inside PU-foam. That's injected PU-Foam which is less durable than his beads-based Brother. adidas calls e-TPU beads based Foam "BOOST" which is Most durable. Even hard to Cut with a carpet-knife.
Saucony has Like Reebok peba-beads based Midsole technology. Micro-beads at Reebok Called Floatride Energy. At Saucony it is PWRUN PB. The beads have nearly the Same size Like at adidas BOOST, Puma NRGY or Puma Hybrid or CSI Pearllfoam. But PWRUN PB is peba, while the Others have e-TPU beads. Peba is less durable than PU and need to be soft to have a Controller Rebound and Not too much Flex. Nike React is a Hybrid Out of rubberized-EVA and peba. As it is injected it is less durable than any other beads-based peba- midsole-Technology. Nike Zoom X is pure injected Peba and for Sure Not better than Reebok Floatride as Floatride is always Something Special. The next, new NASA-Boot will be from Reebok with a Floatride-midsole. The Most interesting shoe on the Market ever the Reebok Floatride Run PANTHEA. Not developed for heel-Strikers.
It think you are looking for a long-distance running shoe which is good even in muddy Terrain and offers good Grip on wet rocks. The Toebox should be between normal and wide and the cushioning "max" instead of normal or "ground contact".
The EVA around the DNA is the Problem at BROOKS, my BROOKS Ghost lost cushioning after 20+ Miles while the Kooshride-TPU Cushioning from my Reebok Harmony Road totally outperformed the Brooks Ghost.
There is No any better at BROOKS than the BROOKS Ghost even on Trails. I was Trail-Running with the Brooks Ghost in The Alps. I destroyed the EVA completely. Just the DNA elements still offer their function.
EVA looses Air and need Minimum 24h to pump.up itself again. PU/TPU does Not loose Air. The adidas Terrex Free Hiker where good for 1.000 Miles on the Pacific Crest Trail and still good for Further 1.000 Miles.
Gas-infused midsoles-technologies Like at the BROOKS Catamount I rate as Lite nur Not as durable Like adidas BOOST or Saucony PWRUN (this is e-TPU beads based Like adidas BOOST while PWRUN PB is peba-beads based).
The older adidas Terrex Agravic XT would have been the best shoe for you. To Setup a better model-Expertise inside Agravic-Family the new XT is more or less the Brand new "Agravic Ultra", while the new "Agravic" (predecessor was the Agravic XT) is lighter and has a rubberized-EVA midsole which is quite durable. The Agravic TR (rubberized-EVA) is the entry-model without a rockplate in the midsole-section which is also a Torsion-Element. The Agravic Flow has are more durable Continental Rubber Outsole and offers Not the best Grip on muddy Terrain.
Interesting is that the adidas Terrex Speed SG is rated by adidas as Trail-Running shoe even in technical alpine Terrain for Ultras. This shoe is the best from adidas for SG...soft ground Like mud but is Not anything less good in Rocky Terrain Like the best other Trail-Runners for auch ground.
If you Like a more firmer Ride but durable Firm cushioning this would be a good shoe for you. As it IS has real sickle-shaped last the big toe lays straight in the Toe-Box and the 5th toe-beam has Space for it's Natural Position. But the Toe-Box is Not wide. The shoe has a athletic sickle-shaped last. That's good but may irritate.
The adidas Terrex Speed SG let's water in Like is let's the water Out again. The Mesh has Windows with a grid-mesh instead of e.g. water-repellend Ripstop-mesh. The midsole foam is Not Litestrike EVA. It's a Firm Litestrike (PU). The cushioning does Not degrade after 20+ Miles. It stays stable but it is on the firmer Side. The right Grade of firmness as such firmness is healthier for the Feet, knee and hips.
@@espacesX You've really done your homework on this! I find I have to try a pair of shoes on before making a final judgement as I've often had shoes that look great on paper in terms of their specs but then you get them on and they just don't gel with your foot. So far I've just gone on what they've had in the shop and what I could actually test on a treadmill but as you get more pairs and are more familiar with different brands you can get a bigger idea of what works and what doesn't. Will check out the terrex!
@@timeonfeet EVA is never EVA i.e the Same, but Altra's EVA before EGO-foam was nearly as worse as the cheaper shoes at/from Lidl.
It flat Out the Altra Superior 3.5 within 50 Miles on aggressive gravel roads and/or alpine Terrain.
adiprene and adiprene+ are durable EVA-foam-technology by adidas. adiprene+ is rubberized-EVA Rebound-Foam and adiprene near to NOENE vibration-elimimating foam. Litestrike comes from Basketball-Shoes. Best foam regarding agility I'm aware of.
BOOST needs frames (more rails than a frame) and/or Stabilization element or (new) a Litestrike-Frame for better side-stability as the beads are rolling (also sidewise). Injected foam has Higher border-density which created it's own frame for better side-stability. But If EVA looses Air and cushioning IT also looses Support and Stability. I've Seen Asics Gel-Venture on the Triple Crowns (PCT, CDT and AT) which rooled-off sidewise into over-pronation. The Outsole was shifted sidewise relative tobthe Upper. The midsole looked Like the Tower of Pisa. Such a Instability you will never see on BOOST. It is more the demand by BOOST to the Runner to have "a Clean" gait-cycle.
For traversing and uneven ground the adidas Terrex Skychaser 2.0 are improved compared to the Skychaser (Gen. 1) If you prefer cruising along Traverses and over uneven Underground. The Agravic was the reference Here with it's compensating midsole-concept.
A good shoe for cruising is also the La Sportiva Wildcat 2.0 (Sold in US only as IT IS a Triple Crown Shoe) and a little bit lower in drop the more protective La Sportiva Ultra Raptor.
The rubberized-EVA midsole is very durable and the La Sportiva "FriXion White" Outsole in the Ultra Raptor has GRIP on wet rocks nearly as good as adidas with e.g. Continental, Stealth Phantom or Traxion.
The FriXion Blue of the La Sportiva Wildcat 2.0 is very, very durable but has better Grip on wet rocks than Vibram XS Trek. Vibram XS Trek can Not been compared with Vibram XS Trek EVO. Vibram XS Trek EVO is Dangerous on wet rocks.
All Shoes from Joe Nimble and Bär / Baer for outdoors use Vibram XS Trek EVO or better since ~ 1 year. The Michelin Outsole of the Trail Addict is nearly as good as FriXion White or Adidas Continental. But the Michelin Rubber has good durability and cut-outs in aggressive Rock is rarely.
Shoes with BOOST can disapoint die to Weight as BOOST is heavier than EVA and Litestrike (Hybrid of EVA and PU with different Ratio) or Litestrike Pro.
All Shoes with peba or EVA have their own Problems beyond some n x 10g per shoe more Weight, which is at the end No Problem of BOOST.
With 450gramms per shoe at size UK 9 you can do Speed-Hiking. Above you can calculate with each 100g you carry 500g to 1 kg more on your sholders.
The treshold at Trail-Running is quite near to These 450...500g per shoe.
For Sure a adidas Response BOOST Trail May dissapoint you as IT IS quite heavy and does Not moderate the pronation. It's fully neutral, but as Trail-Shoe it rools sidewise If your gait-cycle is "Not Clean".
The Specs of peba are better but the truth is that peba needs to be too soft to have a Controlled Rebound and lower Flex. If peba is Setup firmer you will Run against the peba-flex uphill.
Light EVA is Not easy to schiebe and Nitrogene-infused EVA needs to be protected while rubberized-EVA can be even Outsole. Also TPU can be Outsole while the more robust Nike React is Hybrid of rubberized-EVA and peba.
Max. Robustness: adidas BOOST and Saucony EVERUN (PU-version)
Lightness and Robustness: any Litestrike, while Litestrike EVA offers more agility and Litestrike (PU) more durability.
adiprene/adiprene+: I rate as better than adidas Cloudfoam, Bounce, etc., which are all rubberized-EVA.
The old Nike Wildhorse with Zoom Air at the Heel was a great Long Distance shoe but....
I record my Training on adidas Running App / Former Runtastic. The list of my own registered shoes there I already tested is very Long.
Thretmill Testing is Not enough... I tested Nike and Asics there and both failed on the Forrest Trails. Both even soaked wetness thru the midsole into the footbed....
@@timeonfeet Caldera 5 has Stackheight for Speed. As it is Speed
oriented Like the Hoka One Hoka Speedgoat the shoe-last of the Caldera 5 is accordingly "normal", while the Cascadia is the only Comfort oriented wider Trail-Running shoe by Brooks.
The best Trail-Running shoe from Brooks is the Brooks Ghost, which is listed as a shoe for the Road. Unfortunately they changed the outsole-pattern on the heel-section.
Why is the Ghost so good?
Crash-Pad Design. Self-stabilizing, self-adjusting to the pronation-type of the Runner. If you are a neutral Runner the Ghost behaves neutral.
I have rather wide feet but also what happens with most my big toe pushes up into the material. Is it spacious at front with these ones? Would really like to find something affordable that finally fits.
These are pretty spacious in the toe box but I'd definitely recommend trying them on first to see how they suit your foot.
@@timeonfeet Thanks. Altra gets recommended a lot for spacious toe box but over my price range lol
@@ranvedsticon2304 I've heard the recommended a lot for width but yes definitely at the more expensive end!
These are heaps roomy in the toebox
muchas gracias por el video, muy útil!
Thanks very much, glad you found it useful 👍
My Gel Venture 8's a re slippery as hell on hard surfaces if there is even the slightest bit of moisture on the ground. I know, I hear you saying "Duh, they're trail shoes. They're not meant for sidewalks, cobblestone, pavers, etc." Well that's fine if the trail starts at your front door, but I have to walk to the trail, and I walk over a lot of slippery surfaces. Also no good for any winter city use. Really odd. Anyone else have this issue?
Thanks Pete. Definitely agree they're not too versatile as a shoe. Would be interested to hear what others think
i just ordered a pair of gel venture 8 MTs in all black on sale for $63 out the door
got it right off the asics website if anyone sees this and is wondering where i got them, shipping was free and they were on sale for $69 and i got 10% off for making an account, so like i said end total was $62 and change so round up to $63 and that is ground shipping here in the USA should get the shoes tomorrow 7/1 ordered them tuesday 6/27 so not too bad for free shipping time wise
@@jdkreamer thanks for sharing, not a bad deal at all that!
@@timeonfeet yeah thought maybe if someone who sees the video and could catch the comment in time maybe they could get the same deal
@@jdkreamer Great idea. They seem to be doing more and more reductions on some older Asics models at the moment so a good time to grab a bargain
What is difference between venture 8 and venture 8 MT?
I just bought these. I found that my heel was slipping in my true size. I went a size down and it fit like a glove.
Thanks for sharing. I've heard a couple of people have the same issue, often those who have slimmer feet
My concern was anything but not to buy too big canoes so probabbly I bought too small ones. My foot is 28.5cm long I bought 10.5uk. My big toes hurts and tend to bent like a hallux after walk. Somethimes I think one number bigger will not sort the problem because my narrow feet slide inside toe box. Make this any sense? Do you think unless heel is slipping they are too small? I would sell my mom to learn the truth 😉
@@makuszko I think it's really individual, you have to find the shoes that work best for your feet and try before you buy if possible so you know how they feel
What should I go for asics jolt3 or asics gel venture 8 both have the same price 🤔??
I haven't used the Asics Jolt3 before so couldn't really help with your dilemma. Hope you can find a way to decide!
Can i use them for running/walking on tracks made in the parks??
In park near my home, Tracks are made up of small bricks type things. I am confused whether these tracks come under road running or not 😅
And right now i am using Addidas RunFalcon Shoes. Its condition is not so good so that's why I am thinking of purchasing a new pair of shoes.
It would probably depend on how flat the bricks are and how much they poke up into the sole of the shoe. The Venture 8's don't have a rock plate in the sole so you could feel the ground quite a lot through them. They're better for fairly firm mud and woodland and grass trails overall.
@@timeonfeet Bricks are very flat.
Thanks for the quick response.☺️
@@timeonfeet Can you suggest some running shoes for road running??
@@shivamgarg1873 It's definitely worth trying different shoes on so you can feel what they're like. My personal favourite for an all round road shoe that's a basic model would be these: ruclips.net/video/q66keE_-8vU/видео.html But best to try them on and see what you think
asics says these shoes good for pronation, do you think its right?
They're a good shoe for stability if that helps.
@@timeonfeet i found a weird thing. asics australian website says its designed for overpronation, other asics global websites say its designed for neutral. crazy
Just got a NIB pair for $25 after tax. Don't know if I'll use them, or sell them.
Nice deal there 👍 Always worth a go at that price!
Wear them and love them.
Hey ..my venture 8 pain my feet(below knee)..i don't know why....what can I do for it ...
Hi. I'm not sure on this one, it could be because they only have minimal cushioning so could be worth trying other shoes and seeing if that makes a difference?
Hi, could ypu tell me plz which model is it (wich color!) ? Thanks
It's the Asics Gel Venture 8 in black
Do you think it's the best of the gel venture series?
I haven't tried any of the other models so couldn't tell you, sorry
Sir is Gel Venture 9 also durable Shoes..?? (Please Reply🙏)
I haven't got the Gel Venture 9 so can't vouch for it
Superb content 👍👍👏👏
Thanks for watching and for the positive feedback, much appreciated 😊
I played a grass volleyball tournament (8 sets to 21) and my toenails got black. Shoes too loose? Maybe I needed a bigger size?
Ouch! Hope the toenails are alright!
Is it suitable for brisk walking on road? I don't run & usually have morning brisk walking sessions?
Using them for brisk road walking could mean the lugs on the bottom of the shoe wear down quickly as opposed to using them on trails. It might be worth looking at Asics road shoes for what you need.
@@timeonfeet thanks for the reply 👍🏻
Which shoes is best for road running?
I wouldn't be able to help with that sorry. Best to try them out in the shop and see what you prefer. I love my Asic gel excite 7's but they're an everyday shoe and maybe not for everyone
Hi, I’ve used nike free run and under armour for running in the past. But this time I wanted to go with Ascis but I’m
Confused to choose between
Ascis Gt express 2 vs Ascis gel venture 8 vs Ascis Gt 1000 9 vs Ascis gel quantum festa?
What do you recommend in those, thanks in advance.
I've only used the Gel Venture 8's on your shortlist so couldn't help I'm afraid. Might be worth comparing different reviews of each one and also trying them all on if you can and have shops near you that have them in stock. Best of luck.
Would you go true to size or size up/down? Thanks
True to size was fine for me but worth trying on if you can
I am confused between few shoes. Asics Gel Venture 8, Cumulus 20, Gel pulse 12 and New Balance 520v7. Any idea which to prefer in terms of everything?
It really depends on what you're looking to use them for and also your foot and style of running. The Venture 8's are trail shoes whereas the others Road shoes. I'd suggest trying them on and checking out reviews for all of them. I've only run in the Venture 8's in that list so can't help with the others.
@@timeonfeet you said Venture 8 is good for 20miles, so it's for a single run, means if I run for 8-10miles everyday is it going to have a problem? Also on Asics website Venture 8 is having normal cushioning, so after a period of time does the cushioning gets affected? Please do help with this question, I am planning to buy it
@@ameykadam7828 I've only done just over 200 miles in mine at the moment but the cushioning is very similar to when I first bought them. Beyond 200 miles I'm not sure if the cushioning would be more significantly affected but they've been good up to 200 miles. If you're doing 8-10 miles everyday then it would depend on how rugged the terrain is to affect the wear on them. I have heard from others who have the Gel Venture 8's that you shouldn't use them too much for road as over time the lugs can wear down.
@@timeonfeet Thanks for your feedback
@@ameykadam7828 No problem. Hope you get on well with them if you decide to go for those.
great insight, thanks!
No problem, glad you find it useful 👍
Are these good for an avid hiker? I go on rocky hikes every second weekend 5-10km hikes and trying to choose between these and Adidas Terrex AX3
I haven't used them for hiking so couldn't recommend them for this, only running. I have heard a few people say they are good for that length of hike but other shoes may be more well suited to rocky hikes as the sole in the Gel Venture 8 isn't the thickest and there's no rock plate.
Yes! you may buy these for hiking. Have used them for same.
They're REALLY comfortable and your feet won't feel tired.
Is it good for sprinting
It isn't so good for sprinting as it's not on the light side when it comes to trail shoes.
Is the sole soft like puma rs? Can you give me points about softness of the sole
The sole is quite firm. Haven't used the Puma RS but wouldn't describe this shoe as soft or bouncy
are they also good for daily 4-5 km road running??
Not the best shoe for that in my opinion as the cushioning isn't that soft or good for roads
@@timeonfeet thanks bro
Nike or asics which is best?
I haven’t run in any Nike shoes before but I’ve tried on a couple of pairs that were too narrow for my wide feet. Saying that it’s always best to try them out for your foot and style of running as it’s about what works for you.
Are these good for running 1 mile in 6 minutes in play ground
Probably not the best shoe for that as they're trail shoes and don't have a lot of cushioning and are not designed for speed
😆 LOL
How much long we can use this (in km? ) ?
It really depends on the terrain you're using them on and how heavy your step is. I've had them for 300km so far but will be different for everyone
Can i buy this shoes for walking??? I walk everyday like 13 or 14 km. Can I buy this one??? I walk in road
You could do but there are other shoes out there that would be more cushioned. The main thing is to try them on before you buy them and see if they're comfortable
@@timeonfeet will try it. My shoes will delivery on tomorrow. There's 10 days return policy. I have plan to walk inside the home if the shoes good and comfortable I will use at road otherwise I will return to sender
@@justslamit8031 Good plan, hope they work for you 👍
@@timeonfeet thanks buddy. Lets see
I also ordered for my 10k 🏃♂️
Hope you enjoy!
Are these water resistant?
They're definitely not waterproof but they do dry out quite quickly when wet.
Hi, can i use these in the park between the trees to run up to 10k kilometers
Hi. It depends on what kind of terrain it is. These aren't the most cushioned trail shoes out there but I've found them good for distances up to 10 miles
Time On Feet this is in the park in our town
@@kutibalint if its just grass then I've found these fine for that. Only if its rocky or too technical. And you wouldn't probably want these shoes for long runs on tarmac
Time On Feet thank you very much! :D
@@kutibalint No problem 👍
Agarran bien sobre mojado?
They're not the grippiest shoe out there, they only have small lugs on the bottom of the shoe but they're OK for a bit of mud.
Good to play volleyball please reply🙏🙏🙏🙏
I've never used them for volleyball so I'm not sure, sorry. But I imagine Road shoes might be better
@@timeonfeet i mean how does it absorbs the shocks
@@appi3194 The cushioning is pretty minimal so probably not the best for significant jumping
@@timeonfeet thank u for ur information
Width and breathability lol, the 2 things most reviews says these shoes don't have.
Just sharing my honest thoughts on them 👍
Are they somehow water proof?
The version I have are not waterproof but there is a waterproof version of the shoe - just check that it states that in the description of the shoe
Maybe its a good choise for amateur cycling :D :)
I've only tried it out for running and a few walks so couldn't recommend for cycling but pretty comfy shoe all round!
@@timeonfeet i bought it now, i will see :) comfy is a big plus :)
I never tried asics brand, i wanted to try these :)
@@editosspioventi7487 Be good to hear how you get on with them for cycling.
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Asics que n una marca cara y poco confiable, el producto se rompe prematuramente y desde el servicio de atención al cliente por lo menos en España, no responde, tengo un correo desde atención al cliente , donde ni siquiera aseguran 400 kilómetro, no los recomiendo
They do some models like this one that are quite cheap and the Asics Gel Excite 7 are good too considering how inexpensive they are - mine have lasted almost 600 miles. It really depends what you're looking for - I haven't yet got any more expensive Asics models, only the cheaper, more basic ones.
My queations: are they good for summer?
Are they good for waiter job (10-12 hours on feet)
Are they waterproof?
They are fairly breathable, definitely not waterproof. I would recommend trying them on in a shop to see if you like them. They are not the softest cushioned shoes so may not be best for your job