Customer Reviews Brooks Addiction Walker 2

I have worn the Brooks Walker for years and loved the support and comfort. These shoes felt short even though I went 1/2 size up. They just didn't have the support across the instep and heel area that I found in my old Brooks Walkers.

These shoes are very comfortable and supportive for me, with the exception of the toe box. I have foot and ankle issues, and I have a very difficult time finding shoes that I can wear all day long, being on my feet 12+ hours per day as a teacher. I have alternated between the Brooks Addiction 2 and New Balance 928 for quite some time. The Addiction 2's feel a little more flexible and "hug" my foot better, but the squished toe feeling has made me decide to go back to the New Balance. I have been measured by an orthotics specialist as a 10.5 medium, and this seems to be the correct size for me in the Addiction 2 as they are long enough and wide enough, but my toes still feel cramped. Going up half a size would make the rest of the shoe too large. I believe the issue is a shallow toe box and my big toe is hitting the top of the shoe. It gets a little better after wearing them for 2 weeks or so. It's a disappointment, because I think these are better looking than the New Balance 928v3, but I am going to go back to the New Balance for the toe room. I wish Brooks would consider all the reviews mentioning the toe box and modify it just a bit. If that happens, I will come back and try them again.

The left foot fits fine. The right foot needs arch support. Very unhappy with it because it gives me ankle pain and causes my hip to be out of alignment.

I like the new shoe better. I wear custom orthotics and was delighted to see the return of a soften shoe bed when I take out the inner sole. When I put my orthotics in which are somewhat cushioned it adds to my comfort. The older version was hard and I felt the hardness. I agree they must have lowered the top of the shoe and that is a problem for me when my foot inevitably swells later in the day, even with compression socks. Over all I like the new shoe and it's more stylish look. I hope the brown suede is returned in the men's line as I have ordered both men and women's shoes in this line.

The back was way too high on my ankle. Caused pain. Returned.

I had to order a 1/2 size larger in this new version..my regular size was definitely too small.

Fit perfectly. These shoes are very comfortable. This is probably my 5th pair. This new version is just as good as the old. Remains my favorite shoe.