The ASICS GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF is a road running shoe and the Brooks Beast GTS 26 is a stability road running shoe. The GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF costs about $85 less (from $84.95) and has a lower heel-to-toe drop (10 mm vs 12 mm). The Beast GTS 26 is 0.4 oz lighter (12.5 oz vs 12.9 oz).
Specs side by side
| Spec | GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF | Beast GTS 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $84.95 | $170 |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 (80 reviews) | 4.4 / 5 (222 reviews) |
| Weight | 12.9 oz | 12.5 oz |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 10 mm | 12 mm |
| Cushioning | — | Balanced |
| Support | — | Stability |
| Surface | Road, Trail | Road |
| Available for | Men & Women | Men |
Specs and prices from ASICS and Brooks, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.
Which should you get?
Get the GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF if…
- you want to spend less
- you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
Get the Beast GTS 26 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you land on your heel and like a higher drop
- you want the more widely reviewed shoe
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