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Review on ASICS Men's Gel-Venture 8: ๐Ÿƒ Unleash Your Ultimate Trail Running Adventure by Mark Hamblin

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good but just as well made as previous models

I've been wearing Gel Ventures since I first discovered the 5 series and have replaced worn out shoes with the next version. They are not as well made as the previous ones. They appear smaller, as if less material had been used to save money, as if even the lime tongue were 1/2 inch less wide. ASICS has really gone down in price with soles; The tread is now only 3/8 inch. glued to a probably cheaper rubber pad. I have my doubts as to how long lasting they will be and will decide whether to return to ASICS based on how they will be worn.

Pros
  • Sturdy finish
Cons
  • Something different