i have the original Venture vest (not the venture II). honestly, it has a few too many pockets for my taste but i really like that button/zipper option thats missing on the venture II. i'd actually like to have them both as the lower profile of the V II is much more stylish for everyday use.
here's the one i have:
http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductD...vcat=REI_SEARCH