Customer Reviews Brooks Ariel GTS 23

Excellent fit out of the box. I need a wide 2E on size 7 shoe. I'm able to replace the lining with my orthotic and wear slightly thicker merino wool socks all year round. I walk about 3 miles a day and this shoe is perfect for comfort. Only con are the black shoelaces. There is a white trim that gets twisted when the laces are pulled tighter. Also, since I walk at a slow pace as a Senior, I do not lace them to the top. Hence the laces are very long when tied to the 5th eyelet. I will probably cut the ends and put a shoelace keeper on them. Will never have to "tie" them again. I've done that with my last 3 Brooks Ariels. It's nice that the shoelaces seem to have more elasticity and not flat with this model. I won't have to replace them with rounder types.

Great fit, love love that the Ariel line is offered in black & white! It feels very comfortable and sturdy!

I am NOT a runner. Brooks Ariel was recommended by my doctor for debilitating back pain, and they do help a lot. They are the only shoes I can wear all day. My favorite thing about the new version is the tongue is sewn in such a way that it doesn't shift while wearing the shoe. My only complaint is I usually have to buy every color twice before a new version comes out. I'd appreciate seeing more color choices, more often.

I have a problem finding shoes that feel good with my high instep. These feel wonderful! I have not been able to run in a while due to knee problems, but these are definitely perfect for walking and building my strength back. I power walk at our local public park and my feet never hurt and my knees don't hurt either when I am wearing these shoes. The support on the bottom of my feet, and the support on the sides is perfect. I definitely recommend these shoes

About 15 years ago, I snapped my left foot in half and was crippled for the next six years until I had a triple arthrodesis surgery. My foot is completely fused, so it became impossible to find a shoe that I could even wear. My doctor told me to get the Arials. I have bought so many over the past years as for several years, it was the only shoe I could even wear. I love the new Ariel GTS 23. I find the cushioning better than the older style, and the back of the shoes does not cave in like the last version. This shoe is fantastic!

Stability plus cushion. The shoe is comfortable out of the box. It seems to be a bit narrower in the Medium width than the previous version (20)

It is so nice to see a new fresh color in the Ariel. They are comfortable, fit well and work for me. They have slightly less cushion than the last pair I bought but they will do the job. I've purchased more than 10 pair of Ariels over the years and although I've tried others I keep coming back.

I am not a runner. I have a stress fracture in my left foot and one developing in my right foot. My podiatrist wrote down 5 shoes that he said would stabilize my foot to help prevent further damage. While I am told to stay off my feet, let's face it , that is impossible. These shoes were and are amazing from the moment I tried them on. And I tried on every shoe on the list. I also have been wearing New Balance 990s for the past 3 years. This shoe is amazing for me!

i bought my first pair last week, and they are fabulous! Great fit, comfortable no pinches , no pinches in the toes , the best shoe i have bought ever!

Renewed my love of walking after a recent knee injury... I love the perfect fit and the extra cushioning. And I really appreciate the free shipping, as it allowed me to find my perfect fit. Sold for life !

Great shoes, I stand at work and run around the rest of the day. They have good support and enough cushion to keep me comfortable.

I love these shoes! I have chronic plantar fasciitis. These are what my podiatrist recommended and they are the only shoes I wear!!

Purchased for my wife. We walk 4 miles / day... only Brooks for us and this model / style is Amazing!

I like the way my foot hugs the trail. It is gentle on my knees.

I've been wearing this type of shoes for years. The times I have changed to other styles with less cushion my knees hurt so much. This is the reason I keep coming back to Ariel GTS!

They are very comfortable. I use them for every day wear. The have good balance. Love the color

Fantastic shoe that is super supportive. I have terrible arthritis in my knee and I can walk pain free in these shoes.

Although not a runner these days, I believe that I have great insight into shoes. I am an educator who moves between buildings each day and averages over 10,000 steps in the process. I only wear outstanding shoes. I loved the Ariel 20 and these are even better. I love that the Ariel GTS 23 are even lighter. I love the option of a mainly black color because I have to wear these to work. The structure is a wonderful balance of cushion and firmness. Unstable ankles and flexible flat feet need the firmness. Bunions, metatarsalgia, and neuromas need the cushion. If you have a narrow heel, the shoe is designed to keep your heel supported. The soft upper is gentle on problem joints. The line between support for the side of the foot and the softness of the front is in exactly the right spot.