Brooks Running Shoes Review

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125 of 131 people found the following review helpful.
Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger
By krissskrosss
I didn't need new running shoes; my other plain Jane Asics were hanging in there pretty well and still had some miles left on them. I'm not even a flashy kind of girl. So, I can't tell you exactly WHY I randomly decided to get these shoes, I just know that I'm SO GLAD that I did.I run moderately on a regular basis. Approximately 20 miles or so per week. I'm not particularly the best runner out there, not by a long shot. I consider myself on the slow end of average and I'm constantly having to pay attention to my form and stride and make corrections. I've tried multiple different running shoes over the past few years - different brands and models in different sizes. But none have instantly made me feel like I'm running differently like these did. And I didn't have that awkward first week of "break in" runs.I normally wear a 7.5 dress flat and went for an 8 with these and they fir perfectly. However, I find that going up a half size helps limit my blisters. I don't normally go up half a size for a fashion shoe.Also, I get compliments on them EVERYWHERE I go - from women AND men! Ladies, when's the last time a guy has noticed your shoes unless you were in 6" spike heels? I was worried when I bought them impulsively that maybe they were a little too juvenile or cutesy for my taste, but I love them.They liven up my running gear, throw a little extra fun into running, and most of all, they're super comfortable and help my step immensely. I shaved 45 seconds off each of my 5 miles on my first run in them! Maybe they just made me feel a little more saucy than usually, but who cares?! I'll take the improvement any way I can get it.

77 of 84 people found the following review helpful.
Not bad
By Beth
Listen to other reviewers: this shoe runs small. I normally wear an 11 in asics (and all other shoes for that matter). I had to order a size up and my toes are still almost at the end. Also, if your foot runs on the wider side of normal, get a bigger size. They were a bit stiff after I first put them on, but after about 30mins of wearing them, they started to feel better. The shoe looks GREAT on. It reminds me of superman ice cream :) Also, it's primarily mesh, so if you have to work around fluids (chemicals, health care, etc.) or in the weather, I'd give these a miss.

50 of 58 people found the following review helpful.
narrow get 1/2 size bigger
By Jessica Brandenburg
I love the look of these new shoes but cant get past how narrow they are! I wear a 9 and would have "at least" gone up a half size. I had to loosen all the laces just to get my foot into it!! I have a wide foot so if you do too, def go up in size. will keep.

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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
It's a BARGAIN!
By Lanna
I purchased these for my daughter who's 14 and she absolutely loved them!She had a track meet last Saturday and she said that everyone was complementing her ! They are really cute and light weight. My only issue with it is that it runs small.. Please order at least 1 size up!. And did I mention she won 2 gold medals!!!

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
half as*
By Msbehaven
shoes arrived missing one of the cleats the day before track season :(. No contact info was found to correct this problem

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
RETURNED THEY RUN SMALL VERY SMALL
By Stephanie Bowden
They run super small! I love the design, and I ordered a size 6 1/2 and it fit like a 5. i would prefer ordering 2 sizes up. i ended up going with the 7 1/2

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46 of 49 people found the following review helpful.
Excellent
By jl
Bought these shoes for my wife (training for half and full marathons). She says that they are far more comfortable than the Nike Free. They also hold up better than the Free. The outsole and midsole show almost no breakdown after almost 3 months of regular use (15-20 mi/week). The shoes are lightweight and perform as advertised.

48 of 52 people found the following review helpful.
Great running shoe!
By BigMamaD
I tend to stick to a brand, but when New Balance quit producing my favorite running shoe, I bounced around a little bit. I haven't run in Asics before this pair and picked them out after reading all the reviews. They are awesome! This shoe has everything I was looking for in a running shoe. The heel fits great and the toebox has enough room. I highly recommend these. I've been doing mainly road running the past couple years.

34 of 41 people found the following review helpful.
Comfortable style
By sevengreengoats
I always buy asics for their comfort and support. When I saw the colors of these shoes at Shoe Carnival, I flipped and had to try them on! They are super comfortable, roomy in the toes and cup the heels nicely. I also like that the tongue is not super thick. Personal preference, I guess! I highly recommend these shoes and am loving the attention I get when I wear them!!

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