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Colt and Missy
June 22, 2020
Ghost vs Bedlam
Dealing with planters facilities for many years, shoes have become very important to me. So far this is the best shoe I have found to solve the need for proper arch support. Funny things is I had never herd of brooks until recently. I just happened to try some on in a store one day. If you have high arches you will want to take a look at brooks. I ended up buying the Ghosts and the Bedlams. Initially I thought that the Ghosts were more comfortable and would be better for an every day walker however after using both of these Brooks for the last month I have discovered that the Bedlambs are more suited for my feet. We walk at least 3 miles every day and these shoes have offered the perfect amount of support and comfort. The Ghost is a great shoe as well but I think it is lacking in the support that I needed. Maybe it is too soft.
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Michael McGinty
June 14, 2020
Best running shoes for a novice runner I have ever had
These shoes are absolutely without question the most comfortable running shoes I have owned. I have been training for my first 5K and found these on recommendation from a colleague of mine. First I am an 11 1/2 men's and moist running shoes come in 11 and 12 so its size 12 I typically go with and its just not quite right. I didn't know that until I put these on as they have half sizes available and they fit just right. They run about the same price as the top competitor's novice running shoes but you will notice the difference right away. I am not a technical runner so i can't speak to that as I am just getting started running. I will say that when I use the other major brands after a few runs they don't quite feel the same however with these shoes they are very good after 6 months and more. great shoes
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Amazon Customer
May 01, 2020
Great shoe!
This shoe by Brooks fits well, performs solidly during long runs on multiple urban surfaces (road, brick, paving stones, sand, gravel), and feels great to run in. Then again, it should given the price. I have two complaints about this shoe: (1) the overall price tag and (2) the tongue of the shoe is sewn closed on one side of the shoe (under the laces to help keep it in place over long distances (I never knew I preferred a shoe tongue that wasn't sewn until I had this pair; I guess I'll get used to it). Overall, though, it gets 5 stars for performing well, being comfortable, and being true as advertised.
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Great but takes awhile to break in...
I ordered the wide sizes because some standard size shoes are narrow for me. I wear between a 12 - 13 in athletic shoes. I chose a size 12.5 wide. The wide size is really room and a little wider than expected. However, it's ok for me because I used them for marathon training and my actual marathon. Also, after hours on my feet from running, my feet swell and it's better for me to have roomy shoes with wide toe box than narrow shoes. These shoes felt great for my marathon until after mile 23. Not sure if it's my fatigue starting to feel overwhelming after mile 23 or what...; but I'm sure most normal people who run 23 miles and more usually don't feel that great anyways.As for stability goes, the shoes are really stable. The guide rails really do help your feet stay in place. My feet pronate inwards and thus, the guide rails are good in stability. It feels like you're on firm springs. Guide rail padding is firm and may take several weeks to fully break them in. These shoes aren't going to be really cushy and soft. They won't feel soft like Skecher's cloud foam shoes or flexible like Nike Frees. It took me about a month to break in these shoes and for them to be comfortable. I used these for marathon training and my runs are 2 - 3 times a week of about 3miles - 8 miles per run. After a month, I felt comfortable to run over 10 mile trainings.After these shoes are broken in they are comfortable for those that stand and walk on their feet for long hours a day.Overall, these are good stability shoes. They look like they're built for long lasting. The cushioning underneath is really padded and good. Except they'll take awhile to break in. Unfortunately after 5 months of training; some parts of the bottom of the shoe started to peel off because I heel strike a lot. However, I mainly use them for walking and light running and they're still ok.
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Perfect alignment, Great performance. Highly reccommend.
I love these shoes! I cannot believe how much support they have and how smooth they are to run in. I used to run Brooks Beast which are more cushion, these are the energize sole which I have found to have a more gel feel to them. They align my feet and body so much better than my Beasts did. Glad I bought these.
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Rev Workman
August 30, 2020
Create severe blisters on the heels
They were fine the first few times they were worn. I only wore them about 4 times & then the next time they created really severe blisters on my heels. I’ve liked this brand in the past, but these started hurting & became unwearable right after the return window closed. They were a big waste of money & they still look brand new!
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Nothing but Brooks!!
Bought these for my son and he loves them and doesn't want to take them off. I love Brooks for myself and am glad that I decided to get my son a pair. Awesome fit and look!! If you want an amazing shoe that will make your feet feel like heaven then get yourself a pair of Brooks!
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