Customer Reviews Brooks Levitate 3

I didn't like the way these sneakers fit. So I am sending them back. But I did order another pair. I purchased ghost before so I just ordered my 3rd pair.

It's super cute and comfortable but as other people have reviewed, the sock technology actually hurts the back of your heel. I had to put band aids on before I wore the shoes and didn't think it would be a good long term solution. As much as I wanted to keep them, I had to end up returning them for this one reason.

Only gave it 3 stars as I agree with other reviews regarding the extreme styling of the sock(?). The heel comes up much too high and is too rigid. It has softened up a bit, but is an ever present sensation which is not optimal when running. Also, the sole feels a good deal harder/more rigid than my Levitate 2 pair. I've made these work. They aren't terrible, but there is too much deviation from the Levitate 2, imo. I've taken to alternating shoes for my runs - I also wear the Saucony Ride ISO2. I didn't like it after my Levitate 2 and that is why I came back to the Brooks. Alternating the 2 different brand new shoes has made me appreciate the Brooks. I guess I'm just really picky. LOL.

So far they have caused a skin injury on the back of my heels. I am hoping it is just a "break in" issue. Besides the heels everything else from the forefront feels great. Comfortable and light shoes.

I have a thicker ankle and I found this shoe to be snug on my ankle. I only have a couple miles of use on them so I am hoping they will settle/expand with increased mileage. If not I will probably go back to the Ghost line.

This is my second pair. The first I gave my true shoe size and it would not fit. I gave those shoes away. I purchased the second pair in a size up and they too are tight. I am disappointed. I will not be purchasing anymore shoes online

The cushion was nice but I now have issues with the bottoms of my feet going numb while exercising. Have tried to widen the toe box and change the lace tightness- to no avail. Have had to return to my Old Brooks Ravenna

They are narrower than described and run smaller than other models

looks great, for the most part comfortable, except for the heel area. too high on the ankle and very stiff... kinda cups around the upper ankle area. Really blistered up my ankle, not sure if time and wear would stretch and soften them. Not willing to injure my heels to keep them. The colors and the overall look was exactly what I wanted, but just couldn't wear them. I will be returning, and have already ordered a pair of "Glycerin".

They are fine but the 1st and only time I walked in them they rubbed blisters on the back of my foot/ankle. What can I do about that?

I like the snug fit but I prefer Levitate 2. The change on the back of these runners make it difficult to pull on. I have had compliments on the style but I would not recommend.

I do not like the new air pockets in the heel and tongue. The one in the heel caused a blister. I have never had this happen with any Brooks I have ever worn. Please change the style back to the old style.

only had them for a week maybe i need to break them in some more. I am a daily walker and try to run 2- 3miles, 3xs a week...the back rubs behind the ankles and the bottom of my feet hurt when I walk...hopefully after another week are so they will be more comfortable..

The are super comfy on my feet. I also love that they keep my foot neutral. HOWEVER, no matter how much a try to break them in, they blister my heels. I don't know if it is the design or what. But it hits my Achilles just right. I will keep trying to get them broken in, but my heels are raw and throbbing right now.

Sorry but I was very unhappy with the new version of the Levitate. I loved the first version. Very comfortable and supportive. Great for me because I had developed plantar fasciitis. I don't run. I'm a nurse and on my feet for long periods of time on hard flooring. Time for a new pair so I went with the Levitate again. Your new version seemed like a whole different model. Not as soft or supportive. The back of the sneaker dug into top of the my heel. It was too stiff for my liking. I have had several pair of Brooks and this is the only one I have been unhappy with. I would be happy to get a pair like your original model but they are no longer available.

Did not like the fit. The tongue was sewed to far up on shoe making it hard to get on. Loved the look.

I liked the color. They run a bit big, but to size down, would be too small. The fabric on the toe is fairy light got dirty with in the first use. The back sock rim Is great and comfortable but at the heel where the back support it's at the seam it rubs it's been two weeks Over 50m and still isn't getting better.

I have only worn the shoes a couple of times because they leave blisters on the backs of my heels, with or without socks. They are comfortable with the exception of the "sock like upper."

I love the feel of them-very light and fits perfectly. My only concern is that the backs cut into the back of my heel pretty badly. I'm hoping that I'll build up calluses and it won't be an issue, but right now every time I go running my heels bleed. Is anyone else having this problem?

These are sooo comfortable, light and really well made road shoes. Unfortunately I got the worst blister on the backs of my heels that I'm still nursing ! I'm so disappointed because I love everything else about these! I'm choosing to return them and find something else. Very pretty shoe. Bummer.