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1,216 total reviews

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3%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

79%"Felt true to size"

84%"Felt true to width"

81%"Moderate arch support"

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The size is fine but the right sneaker digs into the back of my heel. I would like to return these and please just send me another pair - same size, color etc.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I've had several pairs of ghosts and decided to switch to glycerin to try them out. They are the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned.
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fit was great. don't like the all black sole
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These have amazing cushioning and provide good support. I’m a bad overpronater and these really keep my feet properly aligned when walking and working out.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I love these! Best sneakers I've ever owned. I'm on my feet all day as an occupational therapist and I'm also very active. It feels like walking on clouds in these shoes.
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Perfect fit and size. Highly recommend.
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Simply the best. I continue to be a returning customer for Brooks. Glycerin 21 cushion is outstanding without feeling off balance as with other brands with cushioned shoe soles. No break in period needed; took them out of box a wore them my entire shift.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I've worn the Glycerin model for many years. The 21 feels even more stable yet very light than previous. Really like it
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
This is my second pair of Brooks Glycerin 21 shoes. They're very comfortable and I could wear them ALL day long. Tested them out at Disneyland and they kept me going all day. Will definitely be adding more to my collection.
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I only buy Brooks glycerin because of the cushion and I am in love with the 21 model! They made the toe box roomier which I love and dare I say even more cushion than the previous models!
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I love this shoe! I do order up one full size and my high arches prefer an aftermarket insole with a higher arch but with that combination, I would say this is the BEST feeling athletic shoe I have ever owned…and I’ve owned a lot of them!
I'd also recommend:
Brooks, Brooks, Hoka, Brooks
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Glycerins keep getting better and better! I've ran a handful of half's and a marathon on these shoes and they're never let me down
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Brooks makes great shoes. They have a tremendous amount of support which is the reason I purchased them. My wife was dealing with Plantar Fasciitis and wearing these for approximately 30 days resolved the issue. 5 stars!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I love them, they're very soft and comfortable.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Best everyday and long run trainer I've ever owned! I've had all sorts of foot issues and have tried at least 100 pair of shoes, different brands and models. I've owned Hokas, Altras, Saucony, Adidas, Nike. I was desperate because after an ankle sprain, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis... Your feet become EXTREMELY picky. I mean it. I needed to train for my first marathon this year and I was starting to lose hope. I tried the glycerin 20 and they made my feet hurt last year. I decided to give these a shot. My feet are wider and usually have issues finding something that fits perfectly. These were like sent from heaven!!! Cushion but not too much that you feel sinking or hurting. Better than the ghost which I find too firm. No breaking in period, nothing hurts when I run with these. I feel protected, supported, my feet and joints are happy and grateful. I got the aqua pair in 8 regular and 7.5 wide in the black. Both perfect fit! Thanks Brooks! Nailed it!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Fit great. Broke them in with a 5K Thanksgiving morning. Sized up a half size to give myself some more room in the toes and I was pleased that my heel did not slide. As a PT I've recommended to a lot of my patients!
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Gift for my daughter. Fit great. Style great. Color good (not a lot of options in wide sizes). Says they're comfortable.
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This is a very nice shoe, however, it was too small for me. I’ll be ordimgmanothrmsize.
I'd also recommend:
Auxony
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I wore brooks for many years and then made a switch a few years ago to hoka. I've been experiencing extreme heel pain for a year and half. I've tried many shoes for the foot pain. I was even encouraged from Dr to purchase hoka bondi 8. I finally went back to shoe store for fitting this was the shoe recommended by the salesman. I've been wearing the g 21 for just over a month and I have significant decrease in foot pain. Love the shoe. Will forever get fitted vs trying the new trending shoes! These are worn for everyday and walking and working out. Not a runner
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Just ordered my second pair of Glycerins. I have a bunch of foot issues which I think were born out of overcorrecting my running pattern with the wrong shoes and unnatural posture. These shoes, along with religious stretching and leg strengthening, haven't caused me any issues. They're comfy and have a fairly generous toe box for my toes to splay out. I am a 10 in regular shoes, I have had these in a 10.5 and 11 and I think sizing a full size up has given me maximum benefits. No complaints. For reference I am a very casual runner, about 20-30 miles a month, and I'm 165 pounds with normal width feet.
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True to size. Very comfortable!
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As most say, order a half-size larger when buying Brooks running shoes. I'm an 8.5 and I ordered a 9 and the fit was perfect. I love these shoes and they are definitely worth the price- even if you aren't a runner. My feet don't hurt after when I wear these shoes even if I walk miles or stand all day. One thing if you are wearing these shoes a lot- you can wash them in the washing machine. Mine were looking dreadful and I hated replacing them so soon so I took a chance and threw them in the washing machine. Officially, they say not to do this, but I figured I didn't have anything to lose, it was either get them clean or replace them. They came out of the washing machine looking brand new and no damage to the foam cushioning. So before you think you need to replace your $160 shoes if you can't get them clean by washing by hand then, you can use the washing machine to get them clean.
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My favorite brand and this shoe is my "go to". I have worn Brooks for years and this is probably my 18th pair. I currently have 3 other Brooks (Levitate, Hyperion Max 2 and Launch) and these are the ones that I wear again and again when I go on long walks. Stable and comfortable with good support. I usually go up 1/2 to 1 full size in sneakers/Brooks. I went up a whole size and I maybe should have only gone up 1/2 size. Still a great shoe!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
I'm very pleased with my new comfortable shoes! Thank you and for a positive ordering experience.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
My favorite shoe! I have worn Brooks shoes for decades, every time I've tried another brand I end up coming back to these. My mom and both sisters also love them!
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