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$Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women\'s$

Without sacrificing protection and shock absorption, the women's Brooks PureConnect road-running shoes were designed for runners who prefer as little as possible between their feet and the ground.

Lightweight uppers feature highly breathable polyester mesh and a rubber instep band to provide a comfortable, secure fit regardless of foot shape
Inverted heel technology encourages contact points to shift forward, aligning the joints and thereby optimizing energy return
Midsoles feature BioMoGo polymer alloy foam, which provides cushioning, energy return and reduced foot fatigue; nontoxic additive helps midsoles break down in landfill
Split toe groove under the forefoot offers a greater sense of connection the ground
Low-profile rubber outsoles grip well on the road, sidewalk and gentle trails
Designed on an anatomical last, Brooks PureConnect women's minimalist running shoes contour to the feet, providing a glovelike fit
All-synthetic construction makes these vegan friendly

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Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's Customer Reviews

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Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's

4.6

(based on 39 reviews)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (39)
Lightweight (36)
Breathable (32)
Cushions impact (24)
Arch support (17)

Cons

Wears out quickly (7)

Best Uses

Road running (25)
Gym (8)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  82%
  (31 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  92%
  (35 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Arch Type:
- Average arch (25), High arch (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (20), Gym rat (8), Casual/ recreational (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (38)

Reviewed by 39 customers

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Mar

2013

5.0

Great Lightweight Road-Runners

By HikerCindy

from South Pasadena, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Good Traction
Great with Jeans
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

I bought these Brooks Road-Runners initially because my weightlifting trainer said I needed flat-soled shoes so she could tell if my heal was on the ground when I was doing heavy lifting. These have since become my favorite everyday shoes. They are extremely comfortable, and light weight. They let my feet breath. I wear them to walk my dog (several miles on paved streets) as well as to the gym, grocery store, and just around the house. Love these shoes!

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Feb

2013

4.0

Good Shoe, Bad Fit

By kheri33

from Norwalk, CT

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight

Cons

Poor Arch Support
Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

There was only one color scheme available. I would've liked to have had a variety of colors to chose from.

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Jan

2013

4.0

Run right and you will like

By Morning Angel

from MANTECA, CA

About Me Avid Athlete

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Cushions Impact
Good Traction

Cons

Walking Not As Comfortabl

Best Uses

Road Running

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

It was exactly what i was looking for. I run barefoot and needed some cush. It has minimal foot restriction and i have been able to keep the same running form i used prevously. I do not find them comfortable to walk in-the heel striking first, due to the angle of the footbed.

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Oct

2012

3.0

Nice-looking shoe, but not for me

By DuckFeetRunner

from IL

About Me Avid Athlete

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Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Poor Stability
Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

Pavement

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

I have been running in FiveFingers for awhile now as it comes much more naturally to me than running in heeled sneakers (I'm a former dancer - I still walk around the house on the balls of my feet). I ended up injuring my knee which made running in the VFF's almost impossible, and I was truly hoping these Brooks would provide the relief I sought while still giving me the feeling of "minimalist" running. Long story short, they did not.

Pros:
- Good looks
- Lightweight

Cons:
- Unstable
- Wear out quickly (Not my experience, but I found it in many online reviews prior to buying them, and it influenced my decision to return them after discovering how unstable they were)

I bought the Brooks only when REI staff assured me that I could return them if I didn't like running in them. They felt extremely unstable, to the point where I thought I was going to sprain an ankle running on level pavement. After decades of dance/hiking/etc., that should not be an issue, but I was going ALL over the place in these shoes. It was awful. I wonder if my experience would have been different had I moved from normal running shoes to the Brooks instead of from VFF's, but the Vibrams definitely have me planted in all the right places.

Service and delivery comments:

Purchased in store. REI's store and return policies are bar-none; they let me jog through the store and allowed me to buy-and-try and subsequently return when they didn't work out. I'm proud and thankful to be a member!

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Oct

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Out of the Box Comfort!

By Girl Scout Jill

from Austin, Texas

About Me Gym Rat

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Great with Jeans
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

I am a beginner runner and to be honest have no idea what kind of shoe I need. I saw great reviews on this one and went with it. Straight out of the box comfortable. Super light compared to what I ever wore before and I just want to wear them all the time.

I run/walk around 20 miles a week on a treadmill, so beyond errands after a workout I haven't used them on the road. I think they will be fine though. I also love that they just "look" good. They don't make my feet feel like they look fat and frumpy like some athletic shoes do. It's a cute athletic shoe.

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Oct

2012

5.0

I am in love.

By ShelbyCaroline

from Corpus Christi, TX

About Me Gym Rat

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Cushions Impact
Good Arch Support
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Road Running

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

I have been searching high and low for running shoes with a great arch support. I had been fairly loyal to nike, but support wise they were not giving me what I needed. I am so glad I decided to look at brooks, I have no complaints with these, they have been wonderful and feel amazing. The arch support is very high. These have changed my run completely.

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Oct

2012

2.0

Great shoe, but WEARS OUT QUICKLY!!!

By small town runner

from spokane, wa

About Me Avid Athlete

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Cushions Impact
Lightweight

Cons

Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

I loved this shoe. Right out of the box I did a hilly 8 mile run, amazingly comfortable-I thought I had found my "sole" mate! However, after putting only 300 miles on the shoe, it's a bust:( I talked with the Brooks representative and this is what he said " Pure's are designed as a minimal type shoe. Because of their construction their life span is estimated at between 250-300 miles." Very disappointed, I wish I would have known that before buying them. Spread the word that this is a GREAT shoe, but only for a short time.

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Oct

2012

5.0

Awesome all around running shoe

By trailseeker

from Charlotte, NC

About Me Avid Athlete

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Cushions Impact
Durable
Good Traction
Lightweight
Pronation Control

Cons

Best Uses

Road Running

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

This shoe is the best of both worlds, super lightweight and supportive! I have previously owned Merril barefoot shoes, which are great products as well. However, on longer runs and for trails, I really needed a little more cushioning. I run an average of 3-6 miles at a time, about 5 times a week. I am petite so I really hate bulky running shoes! Putting my feet into these shoes is like stepping on a pillow! As long as you need a neutral arch, these are perfect. These fit snug to your feet, like the original barefoot shoes (so no socks are needed), so you may want to try them on at a store to ensure the exact size you need. Very comfortable run with these shoes and equally as comfortable just walking around with jeans and a t!

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Oct

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

follow-up to previous review

By mountainlove

from Portland, OR

About Me Avid Athlete

See all my reviews

Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Cushions Impact
Fast
Good Arch Support
Good Traction
Great with Jeans
Lightweight

Cons

Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

Road Running

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

Following up on a previous review (written March 17th), just wanted to come back and say I'm now on my second pair of these. I got about 250miles on my first pair before the sole was just too worn out (in terms of traction) for me to feel great about running in them. That said, the sole cushioning was still great and they still look good with jeans, so I'm still wearing them- just not running.
I had been worried about longer runs with these for the lack of structure to both the sole and upper, but they've been spectacular throughout marathon training and I intend to wear them on Sunday for the Portland Marathon. With the only exception being the sole wearing out quickly, I really have nothing bad to say about them. Plus, the colors are super vibrant and they get lots of compliments :)
I also bought the PureGrits for a trail half I did a couple months ago; they were similarly great and are also nice for day hikes if you don't like much of a boot.

summary: Brooks hit it out of the park with these.

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Sep

2012

5.0

Love at first run

By LLeigh

from Steamboat Springs, Co

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Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

Road Running

Comments about Brooks PureConnect Road-Running Shoes - Women's:

I have had this shoe for a few months and it has motivated me to run. The Brooks PureConnect is comfortable right out of the box, and although the shoe doesn't have a break in period I would say my legs did. I formerly was a heel striker and now I have a shorter mid-foot stride. I would say it is wearing more quickly than a shoe with a full rubber sole, but due to the exceptional comfort I will purchase this shoe again.