Customer Reviews Brooks Ghost 14

I really liked the color of these shoes (Peacoat/Yucca/Navy). I bought them in a size 10.5, narrow width, since that's my normal shoe size (although generally I normally have to size up a half size in tennis shoes). I previously purchased an older version of the Brooks Ghost (v11 or v12) in a size 10.5, medium width. I'd worn the previous version for so long that I forgot that they ran just a little bit short in the length. I found I had the same issue with these. If I were to get them again, I'd go up to a size 11. That being said, one of the things I didn't love about my older Ghosts and found I didn't like about these is the toe box runs the same width as the rest of the shoe. This was okay in the medium width, but in the narrow width, I found that the front of the shoe felt extra narrow. I think the shoe would stretch out over time, but given the length is a little short, I decided to return these. I don't like any of the colors left in the size 11, narrow width, so I guess I'll wait for Brooks to release the next version and see if I like the size 11, narrow width, better.

Fit, length and width, were correct. Arch support is not compatible with my arch so I hope it will just take gradually wearing them in. I really want them to work.

I love Brooks but was disappointed with the Ghost 14, which were supposed to be a replacement for my Ghost 13s. The back ankle of the 14 is stiff (which caused a blister during my guest wear), a bit high (which made my low ankle socks roll down into my shoe) and even after wearing for a few weeks they just didn’t break in. Surprising as my past several pairs of Brooks needed no break-in period. I am returning the Ghost 14 and will buy another Ghost 13, which is tried and true.

Unfortunately, these shoes did not feel supportive and my feet hurt when wearing them only a short time. They might work for other folks; I have lots of issues with my feet.

The 14 ghosts initially felt great, no heal slippage and cushion, but after walking around, I round that rubbed my little toes raw.

The shoe itself is super cute and seems to be supportive, but after wearing an hour I definitely felt discomfort in the toe area. I would definitely recommend going up a half size in general because I do think the show runs small and know that the toe box area is narrow/crowded. Maybe going up a full size will resolve any crowding. The show is attractive and Zappos offers free returns so give it a go, but I would size up a 1/2 to 1 shoe size.

They are perfect when I put gel inserts in them, which I shouldn't have to do to new running shoes. I think they are a little over hyped.

These were everything I wanted - except they were too small. I don't think I've ever had to go up a half size in a sneaker before. And, they don't have arch support. I could have exchanged for a half size larger, but that wouldn't have solved the arch support problem. So sad - these are really super cute!