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Rating Summmary:

202 total reviews
Brooks Ghost 17

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15%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

79%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

2%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

2%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

1%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

91%"Felt true to size"

90%"Felt true to width"

52%"Moderate arch support"

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Brooks seems to have really lost their way in pursuit of other shoe manufacturers. The ghost 16 was a debacle. This one, sadly, is no different. It feels like your heel is going to pop out of the shoe. The ghost 14 and 15 were great. Why did they ruin such a great line of shoes? I used to wear 100% Brooks. I haven’t in a couple years now. Tried almost every new design they have introduced, they are all equally dismal. It’s such a shame. Switched to ON Running and have been really happy with them.
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27 found this review helpful.
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I usually buy a medium width, and it typically takes 2–3 months for the shoes to feel comfortable. This time, I decided to order the E-Wide fit. When the shoes arrived, I was worried they might be too wide—they looked significantly broader than my previous pair. But after a week of wearing them, I can confidently say I made the right choice. This model feels more cushioned than the previous one, which is a nice improvement. As for the colors—they're interesting, but not particularly attractive. That's why I prefer the black version.
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5 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The Brooks Ghost is the only athletic shoe that I will wear. Love the fit and support. I do wish that they would offer more styles in the wide width. Also, that they would go back to the older version of laces. I have to double knot them now. Didn't have to do that a few versions ago.
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I am happy to say at last I've found a replacement shoe for the discontinued Brooks dyad!! It took a while but these shoes work for me. No knee pain as I experienced with other brooks shoes. And I literally tried all the other styles Brooks had.thank goodness!!
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Comfy, stylish, supportive. Checks all the boxes. I've been a Ghost fan for years, and I'll continue to be.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Shoe was great until 3 months later the shoe broke down with the soles moving around .. I had brooks styles before never had a problem.
I'd also recommend:
Hoka
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1 found this review helpful.
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I first tried a mens size 8 xwide. Then I exchanged them for a mens 7.5 xwide. The 7.5 fit great. Lots of cushion. Brought several pairs.
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0 found this review helpful.
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Shoes fit perfectly.
I'd also recommend:
Asics
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Been wearing the Ghosts for years. These are the best. Great cushioning.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Fit great for extra-wide feet
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I wear a full size larger than my regular shoes.
I'd also recommend:
New. Balance
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The Ghost 17 is a very good shoe. Great fit and support with awesome looks.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Brooks are true to size. Comfortable right from the box. Only down side is the color selections with the size and width I need.
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0 found this review helpful.
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just what I expected
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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new to brooks shoes took a day or two to wear in great shoe 4e wide too.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great shoes for walking, running and daily wear. Good arch support and cushioning. So nice to find a shoe that comes in an extra wide width, especially with a color other than black. Overall really pleased with this shoe.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great sneaker for everyday walking, errands etc. Good looking & comfortable.
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0 found this review helpful.
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You can't ever go wrong with a Brooks Ghost! Super comfortable for older feet.
I'd also recommend:
Johnston and Murphy
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Exactly what we expected. Great shoes.
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0 found this review helpful.
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Another amazing running shoe from Brooks. Superior comfort, perfect fit . This limited edition patchwork design looks great. Quality craftsmanship all around.
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0 found this review helpful.
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True to size. Comfortable.
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0 found this review helpful.
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I love the Ghost by Brooks! I ordered this in the men's (sized for my foot) because this color way is amazing- especially for the Fall! This is my all-time favorite shoe - I probably have 4 pairs! Great for day to day, running, the gym and traveling.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Best pair of tennis shoes I have owned. I had ghost 15, and 16 but these are the most comfortable of all.
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0 found this review helpful.
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Perfect shoe for everyday wear. Great cushion and stylish
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great fit and comfort with the right amount of support vs cushioning.
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0 found this review helpful.

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