Brooks Running Shoes Review

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful.
huge disappointment
By Trent Vaughn
I've been running in the Mizuno Wave Inspire for several years, probably been through about a dozen pairs. I just bought the Wave Inspire 7 and what a huge disappointment. I hate the new redesign. The new higher cut makes this shoe feel more like a hiking boot than a running shoe. In fact, the right shoe rubs against my right ankle bone so badly that I simply can't use it. My right ankle bone throbs after a few miles in this shoe. So, even if you have been using the Wave Inspire for years (or perhaps especially if you have been using them for years) make sure and try these shoes out very carefully before you purchase. Unfortunately I didn't, so I spent over $100 on a pair of shoes that will soon be donated to the used-clothing store.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
Better than expected!
By Chris S.
I've always had issues with having wide feet and slight pronation. However, these shoes have been a great surprise. Not having a pair of Mizunos before I was not sure what to expect but they are definitely comfy and make runs easy, I definitely feel more spring in my step. The one thing that surprised me was how wide the toebox is. The intercool system is great and keeps the feet cool although I'm a bit scared to run with them while raining or through puddles. I'm running my first 5k in July and I will be definitely running with these shoes.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
A great shoe
By Michael A.
You are lucky if you can still find this shoe in stores, as Mizuno now has the Wave Inspire 8. If you do find the 7, it will probably be on clearance (yes!), but not in your size (awww!). Thank goodness for Amazon. I recently purchased these shoes, the third time I have purchased the 7. They are very comfortable and most of all for me, provide great stability. As someone who has sprained his ankles countless times playing hoops, my sore ankles need the support that these shoes provide. Last year I ran the Chicago marathon wearing them and will wear them again for that marathon this year.

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful.
Brooks gts shoes Rock!
By Tbone
This is my second pair of GTS Brooks running shoes. The first pair of GTS10's i loved except the problem that I have read about the tongue sliding to the side. This pair GTS11 has an extra loop on the tongue to keep it from sliding so they are really listening to the issues. I am older and overweight. I started walking, biking, jogging, and being generally all around more active in the spring. That is when I bought the first pair, because I work on my feet 11 hours a day (love retail) my feet always hurt and I struggled whith Plantar Fasc. I also had an injured achilles tendon, and trouble with shin splints. I put my feet in these shoes and they are the best I have ever worn. I buy new shoes every four months and have tried so many brands i can't even list them. This is the best shoe so far, no foot pain instead my feet feel better. I cannot wear them to work, but I where them everywhere else. I have been able to get out and exercise enough I have lost 55 lbs and I just keep going. FYI I have wide feet and higher arches so I wear 1/2 size bigger than normal but they feel Great!!!!!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful.
The BEST running shoes
By ChicoTwinMommy
I love these shoes! I have owned the past 5 generations of this shoe, and I really love the fit and ride. The improvements made to the GTS 11 have resulted in a more "organic" feel- the shoe felt broken in right out of the box, and they felt supple as they conformed to my feet. I also like the new lacing system better than the previous generations- they fit my forefoot a bit snugger and therefore I don't need to constantly tighten the laces. Great balance between support and cushioning.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful.
flat footed???
By andrea
No breaking in required! Very light and soft and I was able to run 20km just like that!!!For those flat footed people out there, these are awesome shoes.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
Great racing flats, but sized WAY too small
By Max Freiert
I recently purchased a pair of T7 racers and was amazed at how light and fast they felt. If you like a somewhat narrow toebox, these shoes will make a terrific racing flat.That said - these shoes are sized EXTREMELY small. I typically wear a US 12.5 in ASICS Hyperspeeds but heard that these were a bit small, so I went with a size 13. These were easily still a half or full size small. I would have given these a full 5 stars if they weren't sized so ridiculously.These should work for just about anyone for up to 10K. Chrisse Wellington runs up to marathon in them at the end of an Ironman, but as a 170lb 6'1" dude, I wouldn't feel comfortable in them for more than a half. The inner feels comfortable enough to wear sockless, so it would probably work very well in short/international distance triathlons as well.

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
Shoes are great.
By bmao77
This shoes run big so if you normally wear a size 6 get a size 5. Other than that they are great.

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
very cool shoes for my son
By hunter
a more like size 3 for size 3.5.But I am OK with that. Very cool looking shoes. And my son loves them.

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful.
Awesome lightweight shoes
By jess181
When my running style was first observed in the store 4 years ago, they told me I was neutral and sold me Wave Rider 11s (which I absolutely loved). Sadly, they died a few months ago, so back I went to get some more of the same. However, I was told that I now over-pronate, and so I ended up buying the Wave Inspire 7s. Despite looking good on the camera in store, they were uncomfortable during runs and caused pain, so back they went and I was again recommended bulky corrective shoes, this time the Asics Kayano 18. Same story - very big and heavy, felt like running on mud, pain in the knees and hips after a run. Thankfully the 3rd time I went back, they sold me the Wave Nexus 6! They're awesome shoes, light and zippy like my old beloved Riders. They are slightly corrective, for mild to moderate over-pronaters, but they don't have a huge ungainly heel on them so I don't even notice. Marathon training is back on track thanks to these gems!PS - Always order a half size up with Mizuno shoes as they do run small. It's best to try them on in a store first if possible.My stats: I have normal arches, mild over-pronation and run 40-50kms a week on pavement. Weight is 55kg (123lb), height is 168cm (5'6").

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Excellent product!
By Candice B
As a beginning runner in a Couch-to-5K program, I told myself after three weeks I could treat myself to some real running shoes (I had been running on some old nondescript cross-trainers that were at least 6 years old). I went and got myself fitted, and this shoe was recommended (I'm a moderate overpronator). They really fit like a glove. From the moment I put them on to now, a couple weeks later running about 8 miles a week, I've had no soreness or discomfort. They're light (8.6 oz) and very breathable. And the price is right.Bottom line: if you're a light to moderate overpronator and you're looking for a good shoe at an easy price point, I highly recommend these.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful.
Not that great...
By Nora E. Fleming
I've been running for a LONG time. I log about 40-50 miles a week. I had to buy these quickly. I have always had luck with Mizuno's products. Loved the Wave. All the reviews were positive for these nice and neutral shoes. I've had these for 1 month. So far, the bottom treads have worn flat. My feet do not fit like a glove in the toe box. I feel as if my mid foot is just a bit off of the fit. They just are not comfortable to run in. Luckily, I have back up shoes! I'm very disappointed.

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133 of 137 people found the following review helpful.
Excellent Shoe With A Few Changes from Prior Model
By Rugger Burke
New for 2011, this is the 13th iteration of one of Asics flagship models.If you have run in Nimbus shoes in the past, you will find the new model to be very similar to the Nimbus 12 with two minor, but significant functional improvements over the previous model: (1) increased side-to-side stability and (2) slightly lower profile heel. More on each below.For anyone new to Asics or the Nimbus line in particular, it is one of Asics franchise shoe designs. At $120 plus dollars it is also at one of the higher price points, but worth it if you are a distance runner. The shoe is particularly well suited for those with a "neutral" gate and slightly higher arches - there is greater cushioning for the arches. If you are a high-mileage runner (running 25 miles or more a week) optimizing for comfort over absolute speed, this is an excellent shoe to train in to avoid injuries. Running on a treadmill or anything short of hard cement and you will feel like you are running on soft earth.For background, I am 6'1", 175, and run three to six miles several days a week - primarily on city streets and paved running trails, sometimes on the treadmill. Some seasons I kick up the miles for a marathon, but in general running is part of a cross training program. The Nimbus 13s are probably my 6th or 7th iteration with the Nimbus line.With respect to the specific changes for 2011:(1) The improved side-to-side stability is a significant improvement. While not recommended, I wore the shoes to a boot camp-style class that included lots of left-right motion. Having previously tried this in the earlier Nimbus 12, my foot slid precariously around the footbed. In the new model the shoe feels significantly more connected to the foot. This translates well to straight-line running as invariably the terrain will have its uneven spots. In the past this meant jerking up your leg quickly to avoid a twisted ankle, but with the new model comes increased confidence.(2) Another contributing factor to the increased side-to-side stability is the slightly lower-profile heel. Compared to the previous model the heel feels just slightly lower. This may be an influence of the current trend towards natural running in the foot-shaped webby-feet shoes. (For the record I own a pair and like them for walking on soft surfaces, but still like the cushion of a running shoe for the typical hard surfaces encountered in running.) Whatever the reason for this slight change, I would rate it an improvement as there is no noticeable loss of cushioning.Looks-wise the new model is much more "fashion forward" with higher contrast colors than any previous models, which may be a plus or minus depending on your point of view. Both new combinations are slightly plasticy looking - more inline with Nike and others, though Asics is always about a step behind in this respect. The silver-fire color is the safer choice, but the new white-blue combination, looks better in real life than expected, though the white makes your foot look a little larger.Two asides: (a) if you are new to Asics, most people order one size larger than their street shoes - ie, if you wear a 10 in regular shoes, you may need to order an 11 and (b) as in most running shoes, the stock insoles are barely better than cardboard - depending on your running style, distance, etc, you may want an aftermarket insole. But almost all running shoes suffer from this issue, so I am not deducting a star for this.In sum, the new model builds upon the tremendous improvements made in the previous iteration (the improvement from Nimbus 11 to Nimbus 12 was dramatic), but the differences are iterative, rather than groundbreaking. This continues to be an excellent overall shoe for the neutral runner.Hope this review helps you.

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful.
Walking On Air
By M
First off, do some research on what type of foot/stride you have. There are plenty of resources online that will help you decide. I typically don't get too super excited about a pair of shoes but these are an exception. Personally, I've had moderate ankle and heel pain for years after much abuse growing up playing soccer and basketball. After years of dealing with the pain and lots of money wasted on random "premium" shoes, I did some research and found out that I am indeed a heel striker and need a neutral-cushioned type shoe. I also suffer from a heel spur that can cause pretty bad heel pain.Upon switching to the GEL-Nimbus, I saw an immediate improvement in comfort when I walk and run. After a few weeks of using these shoes, foot and ankle pain was completely gone. That was using the GEL Nimbus 10's. Since then, I've upgraded models each year as they are released and have not been disappointed. I typically buy at a local store but I would not hesitate to purchase from Amazon since the shoes are simply so comfortable. For me, differences between the models have been slight and the general comfort of the shoe remains amazing.If you've got heel or ankle pain I strongly recommend these. For running, they are lightweight and have a generous toe box (the area in the front of the shoe where your toes lie flat). The big toe box is a plus as it gives your toes some room during long runs. With other shoes, I've found that my toes could go a bit numb during long repetitive runs.They are a bit pricey but they are built very well and in my opinion, are a value since they prevent foot pain and are a heck of a lot cheaper than custom orthodics I'm told. You will not go wrong with these shoes.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful.
Feel better after two workouts
By Tom
I loved the ASICS Gel Nimbus 10's after they were recommended to me by a shoe salesman. I remember the second I put them on, it felt like I was walking on a cloud and the imediate feel was amazing. I didn't care about the price. I needed the best shoe because I was training for my first marathon. I trained and completed my first marathon with zero problems with the Nimbus 10's, I thought to myself, this is the shoe brand/style for me.After the 10's wore out I tried on the 11's and 12's. I remember thinking the 11's felt perfect much like the 10's but sadly the 12's felt different. I purchased the 11's and have been happy every day since. Now that my 11's are wearing out, I figured that I would just continue to purchase the best running shoe (Nimbus) I have ever worn and that is where the bad news starts.I am stationed overseas so it is hard for me to find a location with my size (14) and shoe preference availablity. So I confidently ordered the Gel Nimbus 13's from Amazon and got a great price. The shoes arrived quickly, for overseas shipping. The first thing I noticed is the Nimbus 13's are beautiful, love the style and I was very excited wear these for PT training. Then I put them on...Immediately, the shoes felt tight in the toe box, a problem I had never had with other Nimbus models. I walked around the house and my confidence went down with every step. I had the terrible feeling that these were not the shoes for me and that I would have to return them. I loosened the laces all the way but the shoes were still tight. Having such big feet, I have had this feeling before and know that if the toe box is tight, I will be in pain after wearing this shoe for an extended period. I walked in them for a few hours and came to the conclusion that I had to return them. I put on my old 11's on the left foot and the new 13's on the right. There was no comparasion in comfort, the 11's just felt better. Another thing I noticed was that the 13's felt uneven under the toes like the shoe wanted to roll forward. The 11's were flater in the toes and I felt I had more control while walking.Update: 11 Feb 12I was so ready to return my Nimbus 13's I even completed the return info at Amazon.com and prepared/sealed the return box. I went to two local base exchanges and tried on the Kayano 18's, Cumulus, 2100's and the Nike Pegasus. Strangly none of them felt good or better than the Nimbus I had sealed up at home. I decided to keep them. Honestly, my feet were sore during the first work out but the second was good. Maybe these shoes need a little breaking in because they are starting to feel really good and I have decided to keep them. Updated rating from 2 to 4.

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
perfection improved
By robert ness
my first run in version (2) and this is a home run. a improved upper with the same lower. I love this design and my feet are happy, happy. they are my goto marathon shoe and daily trainer. I run (250 mpm) and they are sturdy. mldfoot or forefoot runners this is the shoe. I am 6'4" and weigh 201. clydsdale running like a gazelle. I will order another Color as soon asthey become available for rotation. my original pair has 500 plus miles and will wear for next marathon.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
The best shoe I've ever run in
By Mike McD
First off, I am a high school track and cross-country runner and run all the time. When I went to buy these shoes, my feet would pronate slightly and I was needing a pair of fast, light shoes for track season and these have worked better than I could have ever imagined. First off, the upper is unique in that it's stiffer and less like a fabric than other shoes I've run in, keeping my feet in place during a run. The band on the side works with the upper mesh in "hugging" my feet and keeping them in place. The lower foam is perfect. When walking, it feels soft and wonderfully comfortable. When running, though, it becomes more firm and corrects the over pronation of the feet. These shoes have a very low-to-the-ground, fast feel and have also been great for long runs, not just tempo runs and speed work. On the run, it quickly becomes obvious that the sweet spot of this shoe is the mid to forefoot and does really encourage striking in these areas, strengthening legs yet continuing to give plenty of support. All in all, this shoe is for people who are okay with a more transitional shoe and who are wanting to work up milage and speed.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
good shoe
By Antonio Ralph Piraino
as expected. lightweight and good shoe. Tried suing it in the winter time and the colling aspect that's probably god for summer was a little too cool for winter.