Brooks Men's Ghost 13 Running Shoe

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A daily trainer is arguably the most important shoe in a runner’s shoe rotation because the bulk of their running is done in them. A little bit of extra padding lines the heel collar for a plusher step-in feel, and a soft tongue is comfortable on top of your foot. Add to that a cushioned (and removable) insole, and the Ghost 13 feels plush all around. Forefoot DNA cushioning gel is a highly viscous liquid that changes to become more or less firm in response to each individual's weight, pace, biomechanics, and running environment. The Ghost 13 felt softer right when I stepped in,” one Fleet Feet tester says. “But it’s still super smooth and easy going on the run. Classic Ghost.” The mesh, which Brooks calls Air Mesh, is smooth and pliable with some printed overlays throughout the midfoot, and it has a touch of stretch to help accommodate different foot shapes. One Fleet Feet reviewer who has a wider forefoot says the Ghost fit him well.

The mesh upper of the Ghost 13 also felt softer and more stretchy than the stiffer upper of the Ghost 12. The heel counter is also less padded than the Ghost 12. The toe box allows more than enough room for natural toe splay. Some experts even found that their “toes slide around.” This saying aptly applies to the Ghost 14 because it has a new upper, midsole and outsole yet it still rides the same as previous Ghosts. The comfort delivered by the new midsole and upper of the Brooks Ghost 13 received nothing but praise from almost all experts. Many are fond of the instant step-in comfort of the shoe and its stretchy plush upper. If you’re a heel striker, this shoe has ample cushioning in the heel. I’m not a heel striker, but I still appreciated the cushioning (now extended from the heel to the forefoot in the 13) and the smooth heel-to-toe transitions. That cushioned propulsion was especially nice when I used this shoe for a recovery day or a long run. It gives you an extra pep in your step. It’s not a super fast shoe, but it can handle speedier longer runs. I’ll continue using it for recovery runs, chill daily runs and for cruising on longer runs. What’s Special About the Brooks Ghost 13? Top Three Things

Brooks Ghost 13 Sole Unit

If I could change anything about the Ghost 13, I would make the outsole rubber more durable and I would add in a gusseted tongue for an even better upper fit. You’re searching for light and fast shoe. In this case, the Nike Zoom Fly 3 and the New Balance Fresh Foam 1080 v10 are among the most expert-recommended alternatives.

The Ghost was born in 2008 when it replaced another neutral trainer called the Brooks Burn. Since then, Brooks’ strategy when it comes to the Ghost series is to make small, incremental changes from year to year, rather than doing complete overhauls. The toe box of the Ghost 13 is spacious and there is plenty of room for your feet to splay. There is also an internal toe stiffener for structure and support in the toe area. There are a couple key differences between the Brooks Ghost 12 and Brooks Ghost 13 when you compare them side by side, but many of the essential elements haven’t changed. While this may seem like a big update on paper, the ride experience is strikingly similar to the Ghost 13. There are three wide flex grooves which span the entire width of the shoe underneath the forefoot which results in a very flexible Ghost 13.This strategy is so effective because Ghost loyalists can ease into the new model while still recognising older technologies from previous models. I really don’t get why almost every review on here says “knee pain” in it. I’ve had absolutely no knee pain whatsoever (not even a hint of it) and I’ve put about 200 miles onto these shoes so far. I also weigh over 200lbs, so if it’s anyone’s knees that should be hurting, it’s mine. Rearfoot DNA cushioning gel is a highly viscous liquid that changes to become more or less firm in response to each individual's weight, pace, biomechanics, and running environment. The Ghost 13 isn’t wildly different from the Ghost 12, which, I’d argue, is a good thing. The 12 is a great shoe and so is the 13. Brooks made one bigger update to the cushioning and some smaller overall tweaks, but why mess with a good thing, right? Here are my favorite features of the Ghost 13: Extended Luxurious Cushioning Throughout the Shoe