Brooks PureConnect® SKU: #7864556

Anonymous

from HMB, CA

The shoes are comfortable, but after prolonged wear, my right foot started to feel the "pressure" from the tight fit that these shoes have. They fit tight like barefoot shoes should, but my problem with the rt foot is not common, so I have to return them.

Brands I'd also recommend: Brooks is a good company

John, M

from Florida

I am an avid Brooks fan (been in Ghost model forever), and while the PureConnect is not a bad shoe, I was hoping for more. Very lightweight, but my legs/knee hurt somewhat after a few miles. This is my short-mileage trainer, and track workout shoe. Also, don't expect more than 200 miles out of this shoe. Looks good though (I get a lot of compliments).

Joshua W

from RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom

I just got these in today. I tried them on and they fit great. I normally wear a 11.5 shoe but I saw the other reviews suggesting to order a full size up so I did just that. I'm glad I did. These things fit perfect. Lightweight and feels like your running on clouds. They have great support and it feels like I spring forward when I run. I'm not a long distance runner at all. I normally do 1.5 - 3 miles every 3 days. Great product and well deserving of 5 stars. Hope this helps.

Anonymous

from Boston

Great shoes! Low-profile, sleek design but still good deal of arch support. These sneakers are super comfortable and light. I will certainly buy another pair when these wear out!

Anonymous

from San Diego

Brooks PureConnect, best shoes ever... Tested after 30 miles. Very responsive, lighted and fast shoes, no scraping point under soles so far. Spouse beautifully my type of feet, thin and arched, didn't catch any blister. Ordered a 9.5 which is my regular size. My guess, best for light to medium weight runners. I'll stick with this Brooks now. Will get get a couple more pairs, Down side, Made in China. Be ethical! Not only in sport...

Anonymous

from Rutherford, NJ

Okay, let's get this out of the way: This is not a minimalist shoe. The purpose of a minimalist shoe is to be as close to barefoot as possible, so your foot muscles strengthen, allowing you to avoid the injuries common to feet accustomed to cushioned running shoes. These shoes will not give your muscles that opportunity to strengthen. However, one thing they have in common with minimalist shoes is that the heel height is much lower than a traditional running shoe. Thus, if you are a person who regularly strikes their heel first when running (which causes all sorts of joint and muscle problems) this shoe encourages you to strike mid-foot instead. That's a big difference, and a big improvement, for the heel striking runner. If you are not a heel striker, this shoe might not do anything special for you. If you are, it will change and improve your entire running experience. I haven't had them long, so I can't attest to durability, but they are very comfortable. They are technically for "neutral" runners, which means you don't supinate or pronate much. Keep in mind that none of that supinate or pronate stuff matters at all with a minimalist shoe, because you are supposed to just walk how you walk without any misguided "correction" - and also keep in mind that the supinate/pronate stuff is way overblown. I pronate a bit, but had no problem with these shoes. As for style - the colors are bizarre. There is a white accented with hospital green that looks like it would be perfect wearing to run around an ER. The magenta (which is more like purple) is likely the winner here, though the orange/black is also serviceable. Why they can't make normal colors for women is beyond me. If you want a true minimalist shoe, check out the Vibram Five Fingers or the New Balance WT20's (soon to come out the WT30's). But if you are a heel striker looking for a traditional running shoe that will virtually eliminate annoying running problems like shin splints, buy this.

Shaun G

from Phoenix, Arizona

They fit great. I got my normal size of 10.5 and had no problems. I've only put a little over ten miles on them so far, but they feel great! Overall they are a great shoe. I was solely a Nike+ running fan before I bought these and now I cant stand my Nike shoes they don't feel right on the road.

Anonymous

from Louisiana

Love my new running shoes. I ordered them 2nd day and couldn't help but to go running in them 30 minutes after they got here! I love when I don't have to break shoes in!

Jake

Excellent shoes for running on hard surfaces. Terrible traction in the dirt, but this shoe is not meant for that.

Anonymous

from United States

This running shoe is very narrow and high on the upperfoot. Does not seem to be for a neutral runner either. uncomfortable and causes supination.

Anonymous

from Portland, OR

I ordered these shoes as a birthday present for my boyfriend, and he was thrilled! Here are a few things I tend to hear when he is wearing them. "Aaah.... like walking on marshmallows. These are the best shoes ever. Can you buy me another pair soon? I really liked the other colors too... Super cute shoes!" (Oh wait, that last one was me!) He loves these shoes so much, and is constantly trying to get me to buy the girls' version. He might talk me into it sooner than later! :)

Brands I'd also recommend: Merrell, New Balance

Anonymous

A surprisingly comfortable shoe for its lightweight construction. Also provides a decent amount of support. I'm a semi-heavy runner, but this shoe has plenty of comfort for me. I haven't run anything longer than a 4 miler in them yet, so I'm not sure if they'd work for a larger runner over a longer race. They do run a full size small.

Brands I'd also recommend: Mizuno Wave Precision

Anonymous

from Waldorf, MD

I didn't really feel that these shoes were anything special beyond comfortable running shoes. I like the flexibility and lightness that these shoes provide. I feel that these shoes are a step above the run of the mill workout cross training shoes that are the norm, but you could probably get the same workout and benefits of whatever "barefoot" running these provide with something cheaper.

Brands I'd also recommend: Vibram Fivefingers

Anonymous

These shoes fit perfectly. They have nice arch support and offer surprising support for their weight (light). These are ideal for a mid-foot strike. Fabulous shoe.

Robert B

from Niles, Michigan

Excellent shoes. Very comfortable. I bought half size larger and it fit perfectly. I would purchase from Zappos again. I am enjoying this shoes since I picked up running this spring and hope to complete half marathon with this shoes.

Brands I'd also recommend: skechers

Anonymous

from Kailua Kona, HI

Great shoe, definitely promotes a mid-foot strike. Very light and comfortable. I have a narrow foot and medium arch.

Anonymous

from New Jersey

This is my first pair of Brooks, last few pairs were Nike. So far I like the fit and feel. Compared to the Nike's they are a little narrow but I like the additional support. Only complaint would be the choice of styles. I wish they would have made a less flashy model.

Brands I'd also recommend: Nike Free

Jesse M

These are good shoes overall, but they are way too narrow in the toe box for minimalist shoes. Minimalist shoes should allow the toes to splay out. This toe box is even narrower than many traditional running shoes. Too bad, because these are otherwise great shoes. I will get the Kinvara 3 and use them as my primary training shoes instead.