✅ If you’re just starting to run or building a running habit, the Ventus — with its cushioned midsole, comfort, and stability — is a very beginner‑friendly training shoe. The landing isn’t too firm, the ride doesn’t feel unstable, and it offers better joint protection.
Recommendation: Use it as your first running shoe or your daily training shoe. Gradually build your mileage — there’s no need to push the pace every time.
Basic Information
| Brand | 361° |
| Model | VENTUS |
| Year | 2025 |
| Gender Version | Unisex |
| Category |
Daily Slow Run
Daily Training
Fitness
5-10km Short Run
Tempo Run
Commute
|
| Terrain | Mixed |
Technical Specifications
| Midsole Technology | PRIMO FOAM + CQT EXTREM3 |
| Carbon Plate Structure | Full-length carbon fiber plate |
| Upper Material | Lightweight mesh + synthetic support structure |
| Outsole Configuration | Standard rubber outsole + abrasion‑resistant rubber layer |
| Forefoot Thickness | 26.0mm |
| Heel Thickness | 34.0mm |
| Drop | 8mm |
| Weight | 283g |
Wearing Experience
| Fit |
Snug |
| Breathability |
(3/5)
|
| Stability |
Medium |
| Cushion Distribution |
Even |
| Feel Attribute |
Soft / flexible / comfortable / stable |
| Bounce |
(4/5)
|
Runner Matching
| Running Style Recommendation |
Neutral |
| Runner Level |
Casual Runner |
| Weight Range |
Light |
| Width |
Standard |
| Arch Type |
Medium |
| Landing Type |
Midfoot |
Practical Information
| Price | $128.69 | Purchase links | | Durability | 600 km |
Overall Rating |
4.0 |
User Review Summary
The 361° VENTUS is suitable for:
People looking for a shoe that works for daily training + commuting + easy running + aerobic running.
Short‑ to mid‑distance runners (5–15 km), those with moderate weekly mileage, and city/asphalt runners.
Runners who value comfort, cushioning, rebound, and durability but don’t need carbon plates or high‑performance racing shoes.
Anyone wanting a cost‑effective, easy‑to‑maintain, durable, beginner‑friendly daily trainer.
Recommended uses: City running, road running, daily runs, recovery runs, walking, commuting, treadmill sessions, aerobic workouts, and even long‑distance recovery runs or mixed‑purpose training.
Not very suitable for:
Runners focused on pacing, speed training, racing, PB attempts, marathons, or carbon‑plate/super‑shoe performance — it has no carbon plate and isn’t designed for extreme speed or propulsion.
Those who need very high stability, strong support, arch correction, or who are heavy runners doing high‑impact training — its stability is moderate, not in the stability‑shoe category.
Trail, gravel, grass, or uneven‑terrain runners — the VENTUS is designed mainly for city/road surfaces, not off‑road use.
