I have reviewed
several shoes from Brooks in the
past few years. The Glycerin
13 (which received Runner’s World’s Best Update Award for 2015), Glycerin
15, PureFlow
5, Neuro, Launch
3 (one of my all-time favorites), Launch
4, Ghost
9, and the Caldera (the first Brooks Trail shoe that I’ve tested).
They all are great shoes that I use on
a rotating basis in my training. The Ghost
9 is one of Brooks most popular
shoes and they have come out with a newer version, the Ghost
10. Along with the Ghost
10, they have a fully waterproof version named the Ghost
10 GTX. The Ghost
10 was awarded Runner’s World “Editor’s Choice” which is only given to the
top shoes out there.
Brooks is headquartered in Seattle,
Washington. Maybe that is why they are
so awesome (I grew up in Eastern Washington so maybe I am a little biased). Brooks
motto is to “Run Happy” but they also try to “Live Green.” Their headquarters
building is right near the water and just across the street is a trail head that
leads to nearly 30 miles of trails to run on.
How awesome would it be to work there?
They invite the public to come in if they are ever in the Seattle area
for a free treadmill gait analysis and to check out all of the latest Brooks running gear and apparel.
The Brooks Ghost
10 GTX has a 12mm heel drop, is a neutral shoe, and weighs in at 11.3
ounces (only 0.9 ounces heavier than the Ghost
10). This shoe is ideal for people
with medium to high arches and is a great shoe for all road running, from easy
runs to races and everything in between.
Brooks describes them as offering “the smoothest ride possible
with GORE-TEX® technology, for neutral runners who want a plush adaptable fit.”
The Ghost
10 GTX has many of the same features as the Ghost
10 including 3D Fit Print overlays, which is a revolutionary process that
uses a screen-print technology to apply the structural material to the upper
part of the shoe. The upper has
four way stretch and moves well with your feet
Both the Ghost
10 and Ghost
10 GTX have soft cushioning which uses Brooks BioMoGo DNA midsole that adapts
to your stride. The shoe has a new plush
transition zone which allow for a smoother ride. The Segmented Crash Pad will allow your foot
to flex and connect with the ground no matter how your foot lands. I like this feature because some shoes
outsoles are less flexible and can be less forgiving when it comes to how your
foot lands on the ground. Every runner’s
foot lands slightly different (and it can even change in the span of a
run). Therefore a segmented crash pad
will allow for a better gait and more enjoyable experience overall, which I
found to be true. There are some
additional flex grooves they call “Omega Flex Grooves” which provides even more
foot flexibility.
The main
difference between the Ghost
10 and Ghost
10 GTX is the GORE-TEX® inner liner.
GORE-TEX® has been one
of the leading companies when it comes to waterproofing for as long as I can
remember. It provides a waterproof
membrane, but still allows for breathability so you don’t overheat. While it is somewhat breathable, it will
build up more heat than a standard mesh upper, so keep that in mind. On the flip-side though, it can be a great
shoe for those colder mornings, whether it’s wet or not, because it will hold
in a little more heat. I have really
enjoyed the waterproof option of the Ghost
10 GTX on my 3:30 AM long training runs in the rain. I am all about training in nasty conditions,
but having dry feet is definitely a plus.
As seen in the first picture of
this review, I ran through a 4” deep puddle and my feet remained completely
dry. I also ran in the rain a few times
where my feet remained dry. Not too
shabby.
The laces
tongue is semi-gusseted, which means that the tongue is connected (sewn in)
about half way up the tongue. That helps
to keep the water out of the shoe. The
laces stay put and have two loops on the tongue itself to keep the tongue from
moving from side to side.
I have put
over 50 miles on the Ghost
10 GTX and I really like the feel and comfort of the shoe. The smooth transition and flexible outsole
make running in the Ghost
10 GTX a very enjoyable experience.
They aren’t as plush/cushy as the Glycerin
15, but still feel great.
My only complaint is that the heel drop/offset is larger
than I would prefer at 12mm. This really
is a personal preference, but I tend to like my heel drop to be below 6mm. It is something I have trained my feet for
and usually look for in my shoes, personally.
That is not to say that 12mm would not be perfect for you or for me on
occasion. It really depends on the heel
drop that you have trained your feet to run in and how the shoe is built. This is not a deal breaker for me though. And
I did not feel that the heel drop would be an issue for me in this shoe.
Pros:
Fit true to size (for me)
Looks awesome (several color options)
Light weight at 11.3 ounces
Feels great and fits like a glove.
Segmented Crash Pad flexes with your foot
WATERPROOF!!! GORE-TEX® liner keeps your feet nice and dry
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Cons:
The 12mm heel drop can be a little much if you are used to
smaller heel drops/offsets.
Price is a little on the higher side at $150.
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Brooks keeps putting out great
shoes. The Ghost
10 GTX is an awesome shoe that will let your feet stay dry and comfortable
(you might need to think of another excuse on those wet days if you are trying
to avoid wet feet). The Ghost
10 GTX retails for $150 on the Brooks
website. While the price is a little
higher than many of the shoes out there, they are an awesome pair of shoes that
will really help you enjoy those rainy/snowy runs. The added price may also be for the
waterproofing GORE-TEX® so take that into account. You can find them at the Brooks website or your
local retailer (click
here for locations). Go to your
local running store and give them a test run. I would love to know what you think.
Note:
I received this product in exchange for a review. The review is my
personal opinion of the product and I was not required to give a particular
opinion of it. I am not a doctor, so
please use all of the products that I review at your own risk.
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