The GEL-VENTURE 9 shoe has been modified to guarantee optimal cushioning. Its materials have been strategically designed to take you from wide-open spaces to city streets. The midsole has been modified with AMPLIFOAM foam for cushioning and more thickness. Combined with GEL technology at the rear of the foot, these features offer a plush, comfortable feel underfoot. In addition, the outsole design offers optimal traction on both road and trail.