Customer Reviews Brooks Addiction Walker 2
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Customer Fit Survey:
82%"Felt true to size"
89%"Felt true to width"
79%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I've bought these shoes for many years but was extremely disappointed with them. I ordered a size up after reading reviews that they ran small and they still were rubbing against my toes. My feet hurt as well like the support wasn't like it used to be. Ordering different shoes from now on.
DawnW,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I have purchased at least six of the original Brooks Addiction Walkers over the years. I walk at a fast clip at least five miles a day for exercise, and those original Addiction Walkers were a dream. I never had a complaint. However, the same cannot be said for the Addiction Walker 2. I will not be buying any more Brooks Addiction Walkers since only Walker 2 is available. Within two weeks of my regular walks, I had a blister form on the right side of my right foot where a seam now exists on the Brooks Addiction Walker 2. This is a pity because the original Addiction Walker was perfect. Why companies feel compelled to change an item that already works puzzles me - unless, of course, they can have the item manufactured for less elsewhere. When they do, it appears that Brooks was willing to be satisfied with an item of much poorer quality.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
To whom it may concern, I've only had these shoes for a short period of time & the sole is starting to separate from the front of the shoe itself(both feet). I've always been a fan of Brooks, but I'm a little disappointed this time around.
Thanks,
Cory Beebe
CoryB,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
The Addiction Walker 11.5B fit perfectly. The Addiction Walker 2 right sneaker is too tight in the toe box. As a result I had to purchase an additional pair 11.5D. Now I have to wear an 11.5B on my left foot and an 11.5D on my right foot all because Brooks had to monkey around with the design of the sneaker. They should have left well enough alone. It it ain't broke don't fix it! Now I have to buy 2 pairs and spend twice as much money.
MichaelS,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I have been buying the Addiction Walker for years. The Walker 2 is not the same shoe. I think if you will check the reviews that I am not the only person to point this out.
Ronald,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I normally do not do reviews. However, the Brooks Addiction Walker 2 it a terrible product! I have been wearing Brooks Addiction Walkers for many years, I have owned dozens of them. I wear them at work where I walk several miles a day.
This shoe felt cheap and poorly made. The size was much smaller than the original. The tread change was not for the better. The top mostly plastic part was unattractive. The price went up and the quality went way down.
If you ever bring the original Brooks Addiction back let me know.
RobertL,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I normally do not do reviews. However, the Brooks Addiction Walker 2 it a terrible product! I have been wearing Brooks Addiction Walkers for many years, I have owned dozens of them. I wear them at work where I walk several miles a day. This shoe felt cheap and poorly made. The size was much smaller than the original. The tread change was not for the better. The top mostly plastic part was unattractive. The price went up and the quality went way down. If you ever bring the original Brooks Addiction back let me know.
Robert,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Loved the old Addiction Walkers, I wore 11 1/2 4E with an orthotic and the shoe fit perfectly and were cushioned and very comfortable all day. The new Walker 2 is more narrow in the toe box and are not as cushioned. Also on the toe area the rubber sole started separating from the shoe after 2 months and the right shoe down the left side down the toe area the leather started to separate from the sole. I used to wear the originals all day without issue the new ones hurt the ball of my foot and my ankles start hurting. I also liked the old style better even though they weren't the greatest looking shoe out there.
David,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
These shoes maybe fine for someone else but my geetvached after wearing them and caused my feet to swell, especially around the ankles considerably. I am returning them
BobS,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Too narrow in toe box
Also I was not thinking about
The shoe not breathing.
Otherwise ok. Not a shoe for hot
Weather are long track use.
EdwardN,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I've worn Brooks Addiction Walkers for over a decade, these new shoes are absolute garbarge
Robert B, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I have been wearing this shoe for about 10 years. The change they made last year has caused problems in my left foot. I have moved on to a new brand.
Shawn,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Am returning it! The shoes were not soft like i need for feet. I could not get ahold of anyone so returned both shoes . I wear 12 Narrow men shoe and having trouble them!!!
TerrieLW,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
These are not the same shoe as they used to be. The support is different and they are not comfortable on my feet, in fact they hurt my feet when I where them. I was hoping they would still be the same support as the former brooks addiction walker shoes. I do like the tread design better. I think they are a little better on wet surfaces than the old design was. The new insole is soft, but it does not conform to your feet like the old design cloud insole did. I have bought many pairs of brooks addiction walker shoes, but I will not be buying these again. They do not work for me.
ShawnP,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
For some reason Brooks always gives me shin splints. This is my third pair of walking or running shoes over 20 years and always the same issue. Within a couple of days severe shin splint.
Just one of those things I guess
SimonC,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
This shoe makes your feet sweat. They are not comfortable.
ChrisB,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
This is a very stiff shoe! No cushion whatsoever. Not what you would expect from Brooks brand.
Work boots are far more comfortable than this "walking" shoe.
Very disappointing product.
RicardoA,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
This is a very stiff shoe! No cushion whatsoever. Not what you would expect from Brooks brand. Work boots are far more comfortable than this "walking" shoe. Very disappointing product.
Ricardo,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Not crazy about this pair of shoes, have had dyad walkers and addiction walkers in the past that were terrific but this pair is not agreeing with my feet. I am going to give it some more time before I move on to something else.
Tomt,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I've always been a Brooks footwear fan. I wore their running shoes for 14 years of Marine Corps service, putting many miles on each pair without issue. I bought these addition walkers 2's thinking it was a solid investment as I now work as a civilian standing 8-10 hours a day. The shoes have destroyed my feet. Specifically, heel pain....and lots of it. Now I must soak my heels in an ice bath daily to fix the issue. I caution anyone who thinks these shoes will be good for long periods of standing, because they are not. Stick with the adrenaline version.
SeanS,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Comfortable but these shoes are the ugliest shoes on their website. Better options out there. Unless you're digging the whole nursing home patient look.
WesleyM,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
They changed since last year. The support is not as good now. Tighter on the toe area.
JULIANNAB,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Very disappointed in this shoe. Nothing like the addiction walker 1 . If I could give it a minus I would. Ordered the 4 eeee and it still is so narrow in front it damaged my foot to the point I had to visit a podiatrist.
The addiction 1 was my favorite all time shoe for long walks . I will not be ordering Brooks again.
DEanS,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I use these shoes for work. I work 12 hours a day on my feet all day. This new model is very stiff and hard. No cushion or arch support. My feet are killing everyday after work. Ive worn brooks for years now and have never had this problem before. Please make theses shoes like the previous model.
ToddL,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
They hurt my knee after 15 miles of walking. Can't wear them anymore. It took a week for the pain in my knee to go away. I have never had an issue using the beasts so I thought this support shoe would be as good. Very disappointed
MichaelG,
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