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ASICS GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF vs Nike Downshifter 14

The ASICS GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF is a road running shoe and the Nike Downshifter 14 is a neutral road running shoe. The Downshifter 14 is 0.3 oz lighter (12.6 oz vs 12.9 oz) and costs about $35 less (from $49.97).

ASICS GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF

ASICS

GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOF

4.4 (80)

$84.95

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Nike Downshifter 14

Nike

Downshifter 14

4.5 (58)

From $49.97

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Specs side by side

GEL-VENTURE 11 WATERPROOFDownshifter 14
Price $84.95 $49.97–$60.97
Rating 4.4 / 5 (80 reviews) 4.5 / 5 (58 reviews)
Weight 12.9 oz 12.6 oz
Heel-to-toe drop 10 mm 10 mm
Cushioning — Firm / responsive
Support — Neutral
Surface Road, Trail Road
Available for Men & Women Men & Women

Specs and prices from ASICS and Nike, 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…

  • it fits you better or you like its colors

Get the Downshifter 14 if…

  • you want the lighter shoe
  • you want to spend less

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