Customer Reviews Brooks Addiction Walker 2

I have been wearing this model shoe for years and finally figured out that I need the narrow size. These feel so much better now that I have the right size. I buy them because my podiatrist recommended them and they are the best I have found for day to day use. Sometimes you just have to put up with ugly in order to reduce pain.

I've been wearing the original Brooks Addiction Walker for years and loved them. This updated model #2 is narrower, tighter, and no longer fits well with my custom RX orthotics. (Even after ordering 1/2 size up as suggested by Zappos). The tongue isn't leather all the way up like the original model. The sole is rock hard, making my calves ache after one hour of walking and standing. The leather is thinner and stiffer compared to the original Brooks. I'm using a ball and ring stretcher around the narrower toe area to make these wearable. I'd gladly pay extra $$ for the original model again. The only positive thing is that this is a steady shoe with good ankle stability.

I have bought many pairs of Brooks Addiction Walkers in the past and loved them, with the exception of the tread peeling away from the toe area. However, the Addiction Walker 2 is an awful shoe. It is squeaky, uncomfortable, and ugly. For some bizarre reason Brooks decided to imprint the leather with what appears to be an attempt to make them look like athletic shoes. One of the nice things about the older style was that they were super comfortable and looked a little bit dressier. Why change a good thing? If people want athletic shoes, then they will buy athletic shoes. Dumb move on the new look Brooks!

I spoke with a Customer service rep, but didn't think she was helpful. Makes me wonder if I should stop ordering my shoes on Zappos and return to shoes stores to try on.

too small

The only problem is the sole at the toe has separated from the shoe the first week

This shoe was recommended to me by my physical trainer. I ordered size 5.5 B. After wearing the shoe twice, I realized I should have returned it for a smaller size. An expensive mistake!

Had to buy narrow. Hope they stretch out. These shoes are ugly. They look like special needs shoes. Do something so I don’t look so stupid! You sell inserts.