Customer Reviews Brooks Glycerin 20
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45%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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5%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
3%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
76%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
86%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I ordered these online, my decision to purchase these was based on reviews. They weren???t as comfortable as they seem to be and are very slippery on wet deck surfaces. You will slip and fall on an incline wet deck, poor traction.
DianeV,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I???m disappointed. I have a Glycerin 20, but the cushion says support. I expected to receive the same kind of shoes, but what I got is a neutral, which definitely not my type; it hurts my feet. I wonder why they???re not transparent with their product??? makes me really sad! I would be using it for my work.
SaharahP,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I ordered these because the the pink and blue looked nice and vibrant. A fun shoe for gym dance classes. However, the were not vibrant. The actual colors in comparison to the picture are pale and dull, especially the blue.
GloriaP,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
This shoe did not fit nearly as well as other Brooks shoes I've had in the past. I wear a narrow width and it was way too wide, I thought maybe I was sent a standard width by mistake, but it was a narrow size. Even lacing it up as tight as possible with a lace lock, it still slipped in the heel. It didn't seem to have much cushioning as my older glycerins either. Just an ill-fitting shoe all around for me, but would probably work better for someone with wider feet that doesn't need much support or cushioning. I returned this shoe and will be going with a different brand of running shoe.
RebeccaM,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I needed a new pair of running shoes to train for a half marathon. A year ago I bought the Brooks ghost 14 for training and running a half marathon. I really liked them. After reading negative comments about the ghost 15 I decided to order the glycerin. There is a lot of comfort and cushion in the heal, however, I felt the rest of the shoe is lacking in cushion And being an older runner, I did not wanted to have enough cushion in the upper foot. I'm sending these back. Would love to be able to get a pair of ghost 14s. Ended up using the old 14s in my half marathon a few days ago.
MaryP,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
If I hadn't worn it out in the snow, I'd prob return it. The inner, inside part feels like it's falling off and it scrapes my feet & I don't even have wide feet. My legs are still sore after a 12hr shift. Only gave it a 3 because the color is nice.
MarV,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
They are great shoes but not as comfortable as I thought. I had Saconey the last time with gel insert that were way more comfortable. I'm on my feet all day.
MechelleW,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have been wearing Brooks Ghost for running for years. The new Ghost 15 runs long but not enough to go down a half size and it just overall felts different. Thought I’d try these but nope! Fit more like the old Ghosts but no matter how I laced them my heels kept slipping. They are too low at the side of the heel. I did order my usual size 7 and would say they are true to size.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
This shoe runs extremely wide!! My feet move around in the shoe! I have added arch supports to the shoe and my feet still move in them. If you have a normal to thin foot this shoe is NOT for you!!
TraciR,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I was very disappointed to learn that Brooks had discontinued the Glycerin GTS line in narrow. I remembered, however, that I used to wear Glycerins before I became aware of the GTS version, so I ordered these. First, I had to replace the first pair in my usual size 8-1/2, because they were too small (toes pushing against the front end). The 9's fit, but the whole time I tried them - walking in the street and hiking, the latter being their primary use for me - I was very aware of having shoes on my feet in a way that was totally different from the previous pairs of Glycerin GTS's. The result was that I returned them - too bad.
WilliamC,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
The right shoe makes flatulence noise when I walk since the day I got them. Has not resolved. Embarrassed to wear them. Otherwise same Brooks quality as always. Wish I would have returned them but I was already at work when I figured it out.
TaraZ,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Sorry, but I do not care for the way these athletic shoe companies are going with the “all mesh upper”. I have an old pair of Glycerin shoes that has a lot more support on the sides of the upper and in the counter. The only mesh on the old shoe is in the toe box for breathability. The older model is more supportive and stable.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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run smaller/narrrower than the ghost 14
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I'm having the hardest time finding a perfect shoe. A nurse recommended these but they are nice but my heel started to hurt and being nylon I don't see them lasting long. I hate paying the prices today and still not finding the right shoe.
TeresaE,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Loved the way my heel was secure and cushioned. However, I felt that my toes were hitting the front end of the shoe and there was not as much cushion under the balls of my feet. I always wear a 9 in athletic shoes, however, these just felt too short. I'm concerned that if I size up the heel wont be as snug.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I thought I was getting the gts because I need the support. Otherwise a good shoe. Although the black around the bottom looks like plastic. Too shiny.
I'd also recommend:
Some new balance styles
Agnes, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I've ran in the Glycerins for years, and the 20 was the first time I had to buy a shoe in narrow. Which limited me to one color; no color choice. Not sure why this version was made wider. Sucks for people with narrow feet only getting one color that comes in narrow width. They're comfortable of course, but I also wish I liked how they looked.
KelseyK,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Unfortunately I had to return. Grateful that Brooks has an easy return policy. I felt the toe box was too wide which gave me blisters. They felt unstable while wearing them.
KarissaC,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Bought these shoes because I loved the 19s. The 20s have a harder insole and not comfortable at all. I stand all day and can't wear these shoes around the house. Will be returning.
ChristyB,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Have more than one pair of these but not sure if the shoe design has been changed as the insole was hard and very little cushion.
PAMELAS,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
These are too soft and bouncy for me. After a couple week break in period they got a little better, but my heel bounces too much in them. Bought them in all white for nursing school, would go with a different pair next time. I like the older Glycerins better.
KMIS14,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I love the look of these sneakers, unfraternally my usual size 8.5 was way to snug.
I had to return them.
MiriamS,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Site suggests ordering a half size larger. That is not correct. I walked around in the too big shoes wondering why my new shoes were so uncomfortable. Ordered a smaller size and realized what the problem was.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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For my feet the fit was off. The arch support did not hit right. Obviously everyone’s feet are different. I have standard arches and not wide feet. I wore them around my house for a day. At first they felt great then not so much. I really liked the feel at first and it might work for others. Advice wear them inside and see!
I'd also recommend:
Hoka
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
They gave me a large blood blister on the bottom of my left foot. First time that happened, thought these had more support. Hopefully, they'll break in soon.
KathyK,
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