New Balance Venym

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Characteristics

Gender
Men
Women
Weight
264 gr
Drop
6 mm
Cushion
Neutral
Runner weight
Light
Medium
Running gait
Neutral
Surface
Trail
Use
mixed
Pace
High
Foot
Normal feet
Strike
Forefoot
Distance
Marathon
ultra-trail
Colour
Yellow
Blue
White
Grey
Marroni
Orange
Black
Red
Green
Year
2024
  • Lightness
    8.0
  • Cushioning
    9.0
  • Flexibility
    8.0
  • Responsive
    9.0
  • Stability
    8.0
  • Grip
    9.0

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New Balance's commitment to trail running is confirmed each new season with the appearance of updated and reworked versions of its most emblematic and best-selling models, as well as new launches like these New Balance FuelCell Venym. A model that comes to complete the powerful and varied catalogue of off-road shoes from the Boston brand.

These new New Balance FuelCell Venym trail running shoes reflect the goal of New Balance to adapt to the market for all-terrain shoes. The similarities with the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 mean you're guaranteed high-performance and success.

Here at RUNNEA, we tell you all the details and new features of these innovative FuelCell Venims, including what type of trail runner they are aimed at, as well as use cases and recommended distances. We also place this model within the New Balance catalogue in its most advanced and cutting-edge outdoor models.

Where do we place these New Balance FuelCell Venim in the trail range of the Boston brand?

Where do we place these New Balance FuelCell Venym in the Boston brand's trail range?

Providing a concise overview of New Balance's premium offerings for trail runners, similar to their road running shoe lineup, two standout platforms emerge: Fresh Foam X, featuring the New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail and the renowned New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro, and FuelCell, highlighted by the New Balance FuelCell Summit Unknown and the latest addition, the New Balance FuelCell Venym.

  • New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro: a bestseller, and an all-rounder, which stands out for a great balance between cushioning, comfort, stability and response. A set of guarantees to which we must also add aggressive traction and grip for different types of terrain.
  • New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail: maximum cushioning and comfort for any off-road adventure. From short to long distances in training, it is the perfect choice to cover the miles with stability and confidence. Its Vibram Eco Step Evo outsole ensures aggressive grip on the most technical terrain.
  • New Balance FuelCell Summit Unknown: a perfect shoe for the most difficult trails with speed and agility. Lightweight, versatile, dynamic and responsive model.

Be sure not to miss any details, as in the following lines, we'll delve into all the features and innovations of the new FuelCell Venim from New Balance.

Main features and innovations of the New Balance FuelCell Venym

The best thing about these New Balance FuelCell Venym is that they reflect the concept of a mixed road shoe, but adapted to mountain terrain. These FuelCell Venim are your best option if you want a reactive, very light model with good cushioning.

This new release is a response to feedback from the loyal followers of the American company who demanded a technical and high-end shoe more oriented towards long distance runs.

Main features and innovations of the New Balance FuelCell Venim

We've also dropped some hints about it, and this model bears many resemblances to the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4, especially in terms of geometric shapes and midsole cuts. In fact, when discussing the midsole configuration, the FuelCell Venim incorporates the proprietary FuelCell technology along with 20% Pebax to ensure cushioning that is lightweight, responsive, and dynamic, ideal for quick paces.

Another outstanding detail is found in the outsole. As in the New Balance FuelCell Summit Unknown v4, the exclusive HydroHesion compound ensures great grip and responsiveness in both wet and dry conditions.

New Balance FuelCell Venym Trail Runner Profile

The New Balance FuelCell Venym is aimed at fast, technical runners with a neutral stride. Focused on light and intermediate weights up to 75 kilos for men, and up to 65 kilos for the women's version. If you meet these requirements, these FuelCell Venim will be your greatest allies.

Trail runner profile of the New Balance FuelCell Venim

Recommended distances and use cases for the New Balance FuelCell Venym

While the FuelCell Summit Unknown v4s are designed for shorter and medium distances, these FuelCell Venims have been developed for longer distances, including ultramarathons. You will also be able to adapt to more technical terrain.

These New Balance FuelCell Venym have a drop of 6 millimetres, and are below 300 grams. Starting price is £130 - check out our price comparison tool to get the best deal.

Review of New Balance Venym

3 October 2024

New Balance Venym: Surprisingly comfortable and effective for not too technical terrain and asphalt.

As a trail running lover, having the opportunity to try trail running shoes is always good news. When you are going to try a model that has been on the market for some time or that has previous versions, it is easier to learn about it, either because you have read about the shoes or because someone else has shared their experience and sensations with you. This way, you can start testing them with a preconceived idea. However, when I was approached to try the New Balance Venym, I knew I would be one of the first people to do so, and this made me very excited.

This new release of the Boston brand has come to complete its catalog of trail running shoes, positioning itself as a high performance model, ideal for my training and competitions at intermediate or faster paces.

First impressions of the New Balance Venym

When I took the New Balance Venym out of the box, the first thing that caught my attention was their design, the shape and materials of which reminded me a lot of some of the new asphalt models of New Balance, such as the New Balance Rebel v4.

When I put them on, the first sensation was of comfort, and the sole is really comfortable and soft, very soft. They offer outstanding cushioning, which is a plus from start to finish. Something that also stood out to me as soon as I picked them up was their lightness. But enough of first impressions, let's get into the details of what I thought of these New Balance Venym.

Type of runner they are aimed at

The New Balance Venym are aimed at runners looking for a versatile shoe for distances up to marathon or 50 kilometers, and in case you want them for short distances, you will need to have a good running technique. I, being a slim build runner who tends to run fast, have found the reactivity of the FuelCell foam to be a strong point, offering an agile and dynamic stride on easy terrain. While they are comfortable enough for intermediate paces, they also allow you to maintain a good pace in longer competitions, making them suitable for the most demanding workouts and races.

The combination of lightness and rebound makes it easy to maintain a steady pace, and although they are oriented to less technical terrain, they also allow some looseness on mixed dirt and asphalt roads. What I have noticed is that on more technical or hilly terrain, their flexibility can be a drawback, especially on steep descents or areas where you need more control over your stride. However, on trails and not so demanding routes, the fit and responsiveness is natural and comfortable.

What I liked the most about the New Balance Venym

Versatility

After testing the Venym on different surfaces, what surprised me the most was their versatility. They perform incredibly well on both asphalt and simple trail terrain, something that is not easy to achieve in a shoe that is not exclusively for trail running. I felt comfortable running on asphalt and dirt roads without noticing a big difference in the performance of the shoes.

Breathability

As far as breathability goes, I would give them a pretty high score. Even running on warm days, I noticed that my feet stayed cool, which is critical to prevent blisters from forming, as well as reducing discomfort on longer runs.

Midsole

The FuelCell midsole is very soft and offers plenty of cushioning. It may seem excessive at first, but nothing could be further from the truth. It provides a nice bouncy feel with each step, which has helped me maintain a steady pace without fatiguing my legs too much. For that reason, I would say they are ideal for short to medium distances; they offer comfort without sacrificing performance.

In summary, I really liked these shoes for their good performance on different surfaces, comfort and durability.

Possible areas of improvement for the New Balance Venym

There are few downsides that I found to the Venym, as it is a shoe made of very good quality and sturdy materials. However, one aspect that could be improved is the area of the reinforcements, both in the toe and on the sides of the shoe. Despite the "Toe Protection", on more technical terrain I felt that the front part could benefit from more protection against bumps with stones or roots. Also, the sides could be reinforced to better resist wear.

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Conclusions

All in all, I found the New Balance Venym to be a great option for those looking for a shoe with soft cushioning, good fit and performance. They have surprised me with their lightness and comfort; plus, why not say it, they look great. Although there are some areas where they could improve durability, overall they have offered me a very satisfactory performance. They are perfect both for running on trails and not too technical terrains as well as for everyday use. So I must say that they are definitely worth considering as a reliable option.

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