Customer Reviews Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21

I was contacted by Brooks a couple of weeks ago and asked if I would test run a pair of the new Adrenaline GTS 21 free of charge in exchange for an honest review. In regards to my running background, I consider myself a casual runner who runs 3 to 4 miles three times per week with occasional increases in mileage when training for spring/fall 10k/quarter marathon races. Due to COVID-19, my socially distanced test runs took place on my treadmill. Due to flat feet and overpronation, I was fitted for former versions of the Adrenaline GTS at a local running store. Of note, the sizing for this model appears comparable to that of the last model I purchased (Adrenaline GTS 19). To aid in my review, I did side-by-side comparisons of this new shoe with the Adrenaline GTS 19 that I was currently running in. This new version is noticeably lighter and has a more streamlined tongue integrated into the mesh upper decreasing bulk under the laces and creating a more secure fit. When wearing the shoe, I could feel the arch support (issue with the guide rail?) of the left shoe pushing into my foot and it felt as if my left toes had no support (maybe an issue with the extended DNA LOFT?). As my foot and the shoe warmed up, these issues resolved, but after running 2 miles, it felt like my toes were stuck in melting butter. The cushioning, that I initially thought was great, felt squishy/mushy the longer I ran and my feet felt sweatier despite the improved breathability of the shoe. The guiderail support system appeared to be similar or unchanged from what I am used to as I developed no new knee/hip aches or pains. Fortunately, I have several pairs of the Adrenaline GTS 19 stockpiled; however, if I had to purchase a pair of the Adrenaline GTS 21, my test run experience would not deter me. My first impression is in no way a gamechanger for a brand and shoe that I have loved for years. Thanks again, Brooks!

Just not as much support as I need for my insoles.

This shoe is way too wide in the forefoot ? the ball of my foot has too much room to slide left and right. Please make this shoe more NARROW. Otherwise it has all the great benefits of Adrenaline.

Nice looking shoes, felt comfy trying them in and walking around the house but after a couple 12 hour shifts in the hospital, my feet were killing me after each. I even done the fit finder etc and got the ones it recommended. I will be returning sadly.

These are a good shoe overall, but they wear out pretty easily

Cushion not as comfortable as Ariel. Ariel never available in my size

Overall comfortable shoe but because the toes box isn?t structured it does this weird dent thing in my big toe that?s I can feel when I run. :(

I've been a fan of this shoe model for many years and currently have 4 pairs that I wear (2 GTS 2019 and 2 GTS 2020). The GTS 21 has a narrower tongue which doesn't work for me. Haven't checked out the GTS 2022 but hope it's been corrected.

Love the feel of these but Shoes are starting to fall apart ?

Too big, too soft, does not give as much support as my usual brand, ghost

I am a loyal Brooks customer but this pair was a bit narrow for me, even though I have two other pairs of the same model and size. Very unusual to experience inconsistency in the fit, which is typically perfect.

It?s just okay I don?t feel any cushion Hope these shoes will last at least 6-8 mo I mean people keep saying that the latest models are not that great so I don?t understand what are you improving I mean it?s definitely worse than 19 and 20

Arch pain Tingling in heal Calf and shin pain The color is great!

I'll start by saying, I have never found a sneaker I loved as much as the old Brooks Ghost 10. After the Ghost I had to take along break from Brooks after that because none of the following designs quite measured up. Recently, I thought I would give Brooks another try with this Adrenaline. Unfortunately, these sneakers did not work for me. Color was nice. Heel cushion seemed decent. Not so much under the ball of foot. I started to have knee pain, which I have not had in years. So, these were not a good match for me.

These were nothing special. Not uncomfortable, but not at all like putting on new comfy cushy sneakers. Bought for a 2 mile walking commute. I really liked the light colors for summer, but that was all. I returned.

The toe drop took some getting use too. Overall good shoe. I ordered up a whole size based on the find my true fit and should have only gone up a half size.

The sizing is correct. However, I do have swollen feet on occasion and I don't like the attached tongue. Also the achilles area of the shoe is not firm enough. I have to use a shoe horn now because it has collapsed too many times when I am putting my foot in the shoe. The Adrenaline GTS 19 had the long tongue and the back of the shoe was much stronger. Please add those features again. Once I can get the shoe on, then it is very comfy. Thank you

These were my first set of Adrenaline's, and they really feel too tight in the toe box. I normally buy Ghosts, but after seeing some of the gripes, and feeling a little less stable (getting older), a friend talked me into a pair just to try. They are incredibly cute, and feel pretty stable, but I could tell after a few runs that my feet were sore. They are either not wide enough, or were "too stable" for my foot to move around in properly. I will most likely be trading them in for a new pair of Ghosts.