While some felt the GTS 20 was a little less cushioned than the GTS 19, others found the shoe to be extremely comfortable from the first run.

Like other Brooks models, it comes in four different width sizes in both the men’s and women’s versions. When I was putting in the long miles, it definitely made a difference that I could feel in my knees and calf/Achilles, and shorter recovery of problem areas. For example, a standard width in a men’s shoe is a D width but the 2E width will be wider around the bridge and forefoot allowing the foot more room and therefore not creating friction that leads to the upper splitting and not supporting the foot correctly. From a cushioning point of view, the GTS rides like the Ghost 12 – except for the cupped support near the top of the midsole.For whatever it is worth, models like the Glycerin 17 and Transcend give a higher level of high-mileage comfort.

Separate foams heel to toe mirrors Brooks’ neutral trainer Ghost with the addition of the GuideRails® Holistic Support System, which also offers guidance on the Ravenna and Transcend. I felt a good amount of that pillow-like support when running in this pair, yet with a springiness that I normally get in a lightweight racing shoe. It also comes with a modern, sleek, streamlined upper that also offers the support and fit that long-time users of the GTS have come to expect.

It looks better on-foot than I expected, and I’ve actually been choosing it for some casual wear in addition to my runs. By submitting this form, you agree to receive recurring automated promotional and personalized marketing text messages (e. These top of the rangeRunning shoes in cushioning for pronator runners maintain some overlays in the medial area, to reinforce the fit and running support. Step onto a piece of heavy duty paper, card or even a bathroom tile and look at the footprint you leave behind. For the rest of us, we need a shoe that helps us to prevent injury and feels good logging long miles, but light enough to race in.

But, rather, the stability foam should gently guide the foot into holding the right position, leading to good overall alignment (hence the "Guide Rails" system moving to all-around support rather than just putting foam on the inside arch of the shoe). I was hesitant about the 18-miler since the shoes felt extremely lightweight for a long run given I have significant instability in my foot and ankle joints.This line is made with durable materials, so you can count on this pair to last you longer than many other brands. On the other hand, you have Saucony and Reebok steamrolling the competition with their Pwrrun and Floatride midsole tech.