Customer Reviews Brooks Glycerin 21
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Customer Fit Survey:
79%"Felt true to size"
84%"Felt true to width"
81%"Moderate arch support"
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This was my first time buying Brooks athletic shoes. Previously, I purchased Altras. I decided to give them a try based on price, style, and positive feedback. The toe box is not as wide and my big toes felt cramped and tight. Also, the heel edging is a bit higher which rubs against my ankles. Returning and going back to Altras.
Linda, Zappos Customer,
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These fit me well - and have a larger toe box which works well for orthotics. This is a repeat purchase. Also, love how Brooks stands behind all their products. It is my "go to" brand!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I had these shoes before and LOVED them, so I got another pair. These are the same size but feel a bit tighter, maybe just need to break them in but definitely not as much of a relief as when I got my first pair. However, the bounce is really nice and I am a relatively novice runner and these help me not feel absolutely wrecked after my runs
Brett,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I loved my Glycerin 20 style. The 8.5 fit perfect. When I ordered the Glycerin 21, the fit was a bit smaller so I returned them and ordered 9. The 9 doesn't fit as well as the old 8.5 but still ok. Brooks has always been my go to brand. Shoe is very cushioned and comfortable. I would recommend.
Vicky,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I like appearance and style. Mostly comfortable with some foot pain after long hours of wear.
Amanda,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I was very unhappy with the Ariel 24 I just bought and my daughter recommended the Glycerins. The Glycerins are fine but I miss my original Ariel 20s. The support and cushioning are good . I will continue to look for a replacement shoe that works for me better than these.
Deborah,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I have loved the shoe for years but the shoes string are too short. I have other rubber friends who have complained about the same issue.
Margaret,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Wish you had wide options in more styles and colors. I really love brooks but very disappointed with such limited options in my size.
Janet,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I love the Glycerin shoes. I purchased this shoe for the cushion and they exceeded my expectations. My only negatives are that the shoes look a little clunky and the toe box is wide for my narrow feet. I'm unable to lace it up enough to keep my feet from sliding some just in the toe box. I wish Brooks would offer more narrow shoe options in Glycerin.
Tammye,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Love the style. But for some reason the right shoe makes my knee hurt. I changed to a different shoe and my knee is fine. Must be the way it makes me stand.
Daintylady,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I had to return the ones I bought as it was too short. I hadn't worn Brooks in some time so I ordered the same size I wear in Hoka's and Asics but in your shoes my toes came to the very end. Unfortunately, by the time I tried to re-order the color i wanted was no longer available in my size.
Jennifer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I had a heel spur and my podiatrist recommended Brooks. They are comfortable however I'm not really happy with how big they make my feet look. But I'm going for comfort. They are pricey but you get what you pay for. I recommend them.
Tanya,
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Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
Loved them so much for long distance training that I just bought 2 more. My right feet especially my big toe appreciates the slight curl/ rocker because a lot of time I have it shoved to the front with other shoes.
Anonymous,
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I’ve been a long time Brooks Ghost wearer- have not been thrilled with the past 2 versions of the Ghost. The Ghost 14 and 15 were both too stiff and felt like they were lacking any cushion. Decided to try the Glycerin this time around. This shoe was comfortable- felt true to size- and has a nice roomy toe box. But it is overly cushioned- at least for me. After walking in the house for a few minutes- it made me feel somewhat off balance. If you prefer to feel more of an attachment to the ground- then avoid this shoe. I returned it
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
Ive been wearing Glycerine since 2017 now. Each year steadily, quality has been going down, but this year they messed with shoe design and fitting! Like seriously why would you mess with the fitting of the shoe? I wear wide width. Its plenty wide in the front but mid back is like a narrow shoe!
The shoe is more cushiony but the back of my foot near the heel it gets tighter and gives me achillies kinda pain when brisk walking.
Also what did people with wide foot do to Brooks? Why are the colors choices so awful and boring for wide width? Please bring back the old designs and wide widths fittings!
NPirz,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
This is completely awful. I purchased a new pair of these shoes on the website, and I was clearly sent a worn pair of shoes. Not only did it arrive in a damaged box, but one of the laces was off the shoe and completely thrown to the side. Even worse, there was cat hair inside of the shoe!!! This is disgusting! And, absolutely unacceptable for a pair of shoes that cost this much money! Additionally, I have always been a size 8 in Brooks, but this shoe was slightly large, and fit weird. I was really looking forward to this pair of shoes, as Brooks is my favorite running brand, but I now dont know if I will ever be buying from here again!
Anonymous,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
Very comfortable. Fit true to size.
Anonymous,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
Wife loves them this is her second pair she alternates between them
Anonymous,
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Reviewed at Brooks Running - United StatesIncentivized Review
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I love my Glycerin 21's!!! These are my go to running shoes every time I order. Love the cushion!!!
Anonymous,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
I love my Brooks Glycerin 20 and so when it was time for new shoes I got the Glycerin 21. I have various issues with my feet and need a wider toe box. These shoes are perfect! I got them in black and the Coconut/Aqua/Autumn Sunset design which I love. My husband and son love their Brooks sneakers as well (Adrenaline and Ghost). I think we have found our brand!
Anonymous,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
I love the amount of cushion and support. Ive worn ghosts for a long time but I may switch. However, on the front of the toe box there has become a fold that hits my big toe on both shoes so I think it may be a design issue needing a more flexible toe box like ghost or a piece of of plastic to hold it upward.
Anonymous,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
Bought a second pair Very pleased bought them for outdoor running
They are supportive and comfortable
I also have the ghost and wanted to try these and love them both equally
Highly recommend I run minimal 3 days outside more when weather permits
Anonymous,
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Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
very nice toe space and cushion on the bottom
Anonymous,
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Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
I love these shoes! They have great cushion, love the Sunkist color, and walking in them is like walking on a cloud! They are exactly what I was looking for.
Anonymous,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Reviewed at Brooks Running - United States
They rub the side of my feet.
Anonymous,
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