Customer Reviews Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21
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Customer Fit Survey:
87%"Felt true to size"
93%"Felt true to width"
80%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Most comfortable shoe I've ever put on!! I'm a walker not a runner and have been dealing with Achilles tendon issues. These shoes have allowed me to walk distances again!! Great support yet super flexibility not to mention a great looking shoe!!!
Robin,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Worn Brooks for years. First time buying cushion and support and so glad I did! Just the change my feet, ankles and knees needed. And they look great for casual wear too.
Julie,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Very careful comfortable and the perfect amount of support!
MICHELLE,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Fits a little narrower than my previous pair of GTS
Michele,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Overall they are very supportive shoes, too supportive in the arch for me. My only other complaint is the shoe his me in the ankle bones, they come up higher than most other tennis shoes. Also wasn't a huge fan of the colors (ordered grey/light blue, and black/maroon) the black/maroon were more dull/guy like than in the picture. I prefer the Adrenaline GTS 20 support wise. The GTS 21 is not a bad shoe if you need support, just wasn't right for me!
Amanda,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Cute shoe but every step I took, there was a ?pop? in the right shoe in the toe area. Tried taking out the insole, didn?t help.
Susie,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I wear a wide 9 in Brooks, and had hopes for these as a second pair to rotate with my Ghosts, but the toe box is a tad too narrow. Ghosts are still roomy, tho.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Perfect fit and wide enough to accommodate a bunion.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have always worn Brooks Adrenaline and I am happy to find the GTS 21still fit and feel the same. Great sneaker.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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The fit was true, I always wear an 8.5 in running shoes. They look cute too. These are not as supportive as my Ghosts, though. The footbeds don’t feel as supportive in the arches. The tongue is also smaller and didn’t feel as secure and snug when laced. So, with with plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis, I need a really secure fit, so will be returning them to order the Ghosts.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This is my first time wearing Brooks and I’ll never go back to anything else. The fit is very supportive and comfortable. I have a 5k coming up and I’ve been training in them 3 times a week and so far I have no complaints. They’re lightweight and a perfect fit.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I love this shoe! I can stand/walk in it all day and feel no pain. I take out the insert and place the Vionic active inserts inside. I will probably order some other colors. If you are an active on-the-go retiree, this is the perfect shoe for you.
I'd also recommend:
only Brooks
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I wanted to love these shoes as I have some exactly like them in lighter color. My lighter colored ones feel perfect; however, I have placed 2 different orders for the black Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21, and in both pairs, in the left shoe on the upper left side before the laces the stitching is rough. For the first hour or so it is not a big deal, but after about 6 hours, I felt the pain! I have just given up and found a black GTS 20 elsewhere. I feel like all black GTS 21 must have the same rough stitching in the left shoe. Again, I really loved the shoe, but the stitching felt like it was wearing a hole in my foot. Sad! I am a loyal Zappos shopper and hated to purchase elsewhere! This is not Zappos' fault; it is the manufacture's mistake.
I'd also recommend:
only Brooks
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Love them! Comfy and cute.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I generally buy a size up in running shoes because if anything, they seem to run a bit small. Fortunately for me, Brooks makes a size 13 in the Adrenaline GTS 21! Given that the Brooks toebox seems a bit snug, buying a size up seems to remedy that problem. These shoes are light, give plenty of support and just as important - they are cute! Too often the cute looks end with size 10 so it's a treat to buy a shoe with some cheetah trim or flowers on them. I have four pairs of these shoes already and will probably buy four more before I'm done. Highly recommend.
I'd also recommend:
ASICS
Alison, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I am a walker, not a runner. I wear my Adrenaline shoes almost exclusively because they provide a solid and safe foundation for me and assist in preventing me from pronating or supanating. I wore Birkenstocks for many years, but stopped because I became less stable on my feet as I aged. I began wearing your Adrenaline shoes in 2018 at age 77. I also have chronic plantar fasciitis which seems to be under control when I wear your shoes. I normally would give a 5 star rating to your shoes. There are two things I don't like about the Adrenaline GTS 21. First, the tongue is too narrow at the top. I miss the wings which help me grab the tongue when putting on the shoes. Secondly, the shoelace keeper, which has moved around in the time I've been wearing them, is now at the second lace crossover instead of the third and makes it difficult for me snug my laces. Once I have the shoes on, they are fine. I hope that when you redesign for Adrenaline GTS 22 you keep these factors in mind for those of us who are not runners but wear your shoes because they are comfortable and make walking safe for us.
Jean,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Very comfortable, but I was looking for a sneaker with more arch support since I have super high arches. Went with the Brooks Ghost instead. (My husband has the Adrenaline's however, and loves them. He has flat feet and the foot bed works really well for him)
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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My second pair. Fit and comfort are great!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love this shoe. I did have to return fir a half size larger
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Brooks are the only running shoe I wear!! These are light weight and the arch and width is very comfortable.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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I love these shoes, can't live with out them, I have so many others and I keep coming back ti these over and over again
I'd also recommend:
All Brooks
Leslie, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love the Brooks Adrenaline GTS shoe! I’ve been wearing this shoe exclusively for 8 years! I regularly hike in all kinds of terrain, averaging anywhere from 3-8 miles/day. This shoe holds up well and maintains support for at least 8 months before I replace it with a new pair. I have a history of plantar fasciitis and as long as I use a Powerstep Protech arch support in combination with this shoe, my feet are great!!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I love this shoe - I?ve had several seasons of adrenalines and all have been wonderful and there were usually some decent color options. For the 21 though, awful color choices. I bought one pair just to get me through but am hoping for more vibrant options (not just in traditional feminine colors - maybe bright greens, blues, and/or orange. Loved the blue with orange from the 20s!
Michelle,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I've been wearing Brooks Adrenaline for at least 20 years and have always loved them. I just bought the adrenaline 21, though, and am not satisfied at all. Unfortunately I had run with them outside before realizing I was not going to get used to them - they just simply aren't as good as they've been thru all the years. I don't feel the support and cushioning even though I paid about $130 for the pair. the sides aren't as flared as they used to be and I think that is part of the problem. This new design is not good. I'm actually going to have to buy another pair (not sure what type now) because these are not working for my daily runs (that I've been doing for 50 years). I'm 72, 5'2" and weigh about 105.
Pam,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Great shoe! Very similar to the Glycerin series (currently on 19), but with more cushion and less neutral support. I decided to go with the Glycerin 19 which helps me align my foot to correct under pronation.
It was great for me in the ball of the foot and toe box (where I need width) and works for my narrow heel, too.
I'd also recommend:
Hoka Hoka One One
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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