Customer Reviews Brooks Glycerin 18
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63%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
14%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
83%"Felt true to size"
90%"Felt true to width"
74%"Moderate arch support"
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I had the Brooks Glycerin 15 sneakers and they were so cushioned and supportive. These shoes are not very cushioned and felt hard. I returned them because I am looking for that same kind of cushion and support.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I wanted these shoes to work out but tried two sizes and two widths and could not find the comfort I needed. Felt narrow in the toe area.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The edge or the stitching around the part of the shoe that contained the laces cut into my foot. Very uncomfortable. Shoe was almost all white - very likely to become soiled.
I'd also recommend:
Saucony
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Great cushioning and support but the shoe makes the outside edge of my feet sore.
DanaR,
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Very comfortable shoes, they fit like a glove, soft and lightweight. However, I ran into couple issues. I took them for a test run, 4-5 miles. First thing I've noticed is that my shins were screaming hurt, although I do stretch and warm up appropriately. Then, about 2 miles into my jog my fit got extremely hot, and that didn't go away until I took them off. I gave it another chance thinking maybe it was the wrong socks or time of the day or my mood... No, the same thing. These shoes a very good for walking though! It's feels like they carry you on the cloud, but definitely not for running.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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More narrow than wide usually is and wouldn't be comfortable for long use. Also not as comfortable as the Glycerin 17. The insole is more firm.
J., Zappos Customer,
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I sized up and they seemed tight all around
I'd also recommend:
Saucony
Steven, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I've purchased a few versions of the Glycerin running shoes over the past 4 years (starting with Glycerin 13) and these are by far the least comfortable. The shoe is lacking the superior cushioning that previous versions had... Please bring back the previous design of this shoe!
KerstinS,
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BLACK/BLUE IS ACTUALLY GRAY !? RIDICULOUS!!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The shoes were true to size, maybe ran a teeny bit smaller than past Brooks shoes. I used to love my Brooks Ghosts - I had multiple versions. I always trusted Brooks to deliver high quality, DURABLE shoes. I'm a distance runner and run ~50 miles/week. I could tell that these, when I got them, wouldn't last long at all. They just felt cheap - more like a $90 Nike sneaker than a nearly $150 Brooks sneaker. Will be returning... they were, however, very cute and stylish! I just could tell they weren't going to last for a distance runner like me.
Madeline, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have been wearing Brooks Glycerin for years. I absolutely love them. However, with this pair, the right heel slipped. I ordered another pair just in case it’s the one shoe. I’m hoping that is the case because I really don’t want to look for different shoes or maybe I can wait to see how the 19’s will fit.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I am currently wearing Brooks Ghost 7 which fit perfectly. These Glycerin 18 looked good but ordered usual running shoe size 7-1/2, regular width but too tight to be comfortable. Returning,
Linda, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Not as comfortable as the previous Glycerins. They look nice but I don't feel as much support as my previous ones. I was so excited to get them, especially for the money.
JeanieC,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I stocked up on the Glycerin 14 and disappointed in the 18. The balls of my feet begin to hurt after wearing the 18 for an hour. The shoe is attractive but not a good fit for me. It doesn't feel as supportive but I could live with that if my feet didn't hurt.
SusanP,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
These shoes are beautiful and I'm glad I could get my hands on the all white color. Unfortunately, I received my shoes with a mark/stain on the left toe, and I can't get it out. I can't exchange because they are out of my size which is a disappointing for a new all white shoe, but I'm not returning because I couldn't find this color anywhere else. Still looking forward to training in these
SydH,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Better fit than the 17's but wish it was more like the 16's. These are the least attractive of all of the Glycerin's. Just "ok". I was just expecting more.
StephanieJ,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Feels like a racing shoe, not the normal plush Glycerin feel.
FreemanF,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I'm neither happy or unhappy with these...my feet really don't feel any differently from the Glycerin 17. I was hoping that it would help with heel pain but it hasn't....sigh.
KimberlyG,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have been a Brooks shoe wearer for 10 years, ever since I ran a half marathon for charity. My last pair were just ok, and I picked the Asics I also ordered over these (for the first time) because the arch support on these seemed lacking. Otherwise, they looked nice and were the usual Brooks roomy fit. Since I've had Plantar Fasciitis I few times the arch support is very important to me.
I'd also recommend:
Asics
Pam, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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The shoe was not comfortable. First time to try Brooks.
I'd also recommend:
Nike
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Great fitting shoe!! Been a fan for 20 years!! My feet love these shoes!! My only reason for 3 stars is for the lack of color choice. I wear a narrow. So year after year when I am ready to purchase a new shoe, I have only one choice of color. Year after year when Brooks asks me to review the shoe, I state I am happy how it feels but could us narrow people get a choice of 2 colors in this model and other model shoe??? After 20 years, I am getting tired of being stuck with the color of choice by Brooks. I don't like this color of Glycerine but I had no other choice. Please please Brooks, give us more color options!! 20 years is a long time to wait!!!
DeborahL,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have a pair of glycerin 17s that are so comfortable cushiony. The 18s are not nearly and nice.
I hope Brooks attempts to make the 19s with more cushion.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I like the fit and feel but the colors are disappointing. The Glycerin 17 had much better colors.
MelissaN,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Color choices are awful and boring plus they do not feel the same as previous model.
JanetN,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I love Glycerin 17, so I bought 18. After a couple hours of wearing them they begin to really hurt my left foot. I'm disappointed.
RhondaG,
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