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$Brooks PureGrit 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men\'s$

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Brooks PureGrit 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's

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For when you really want to connect with the trail, the lightweight Brooks PureGrit 2 trail-running shoes offer a minimalist fit and that feeling you seek.

Lightweight uppers feature conforming synthetic leather overlays, highly breathable mesh and a rubber instep band to provide a comfortable, secure fit regardless of foot shape
Ideal Heel design uses a curved heel to encourage foot contact points to shift you forward, helping align joints and reduce stresses
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 an enhanced sense of connection with the ground
Developed in collaboration with ultrarunner Scott Jurek, unique 1-piece rubber outsoles feature a concave shape and sleek lug pattern for a stable ride on the trails
Designed on an anatomical last with a 4mm heel-to-toe drop, Brooks PureGrit 2 trail-running shoes provide a glovelike fit
All-synthetic construction makes these vegan friendly

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Brooks PureGrit 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's Customer Reviews

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Brooks PureGrit 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's

3.3

(based on 3 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Good traction (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Trail running (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (3 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big

- Arch Type:
- Average arch (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
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May

2013

4.0

Good balance

By Thrasher

from Albany, or

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Traction
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Mixed Terrain
Trail Running

Comments about Brooks PureGrit 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:

I bought these shoes after having a good experience with the brooks pure flow road shoes. I prefer a midfoot strike. They fit exactly the same and feel almost the same. The new tongue style and asymmetrical lacing take a bit more effort to get tied right, but do work very well. I bought these shoes specifically for running trails when the weather is not great and the mountain bike trails are too muddy. They do well in normal wet conditions and grip wet rocks and logs adequately. These do not have the deep mud traction of hiking boots or shoes designed specifically for mud, but are a big improvement over the first generation pure grit and put road shoes to shame. Foot protection seems adequate without being too stiff or too heavy. Very lightly cushioned, but NOT a barefoot style shoe. I choose these over my merrell trail gloves most of the time because of the extra rock protection and traction. Dig in your heels to stop on a slick downhill and you will slide around some, but no complaints uphill or flat. I haven't soaked them in a stream yet, but they have been fine in the rain.

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Apr

2013

4.0

Great trail running shoes

By ather

from Snoqualmie, WA

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Pros

Comfortable
Cushions Impact
Durable
Good Traction
Rugged

Cons

Best Uses

Mixed Terrain
Trail Running

Comments about Brooks PureGrit 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:

I've had the Pure Grit first release and while I was happy with how they felt, traction on slick/wet rock was always a concern. Pure Grit 2 has a much better traction system and they seem to have kept the same overall fit as their first release. I like their new lacing style (and the fact that they don't get untied every other mile!). I've run distances up to 50 miles in these on technical trails and this is likely going to be the pair of shoes I choose for all my 50k+ distance races this year.

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Apr

2013

2.0

Looks Nice but...

By ReadyRunnerUltraTime

from North Carolina

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Pros

Cushions Impact
Good Arch Support
Good Traction
Great Grip
Lightweight

Cons

Asymmetrical Lacing
Poor Stability
Tongue Folding
Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Stylish Sport Dressing
Trail Running

Comments about Brooks PureGrit 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:

I won't bore you with a long drawn out analysis of the shoe. Basically the shoe's upper possesses too much material; resulting in dramatic folding during the tightening of laces. Furthermore, one the full flex/compression of the shoe the toe box folds inward creating folds that forcefully rub the toes (causing blisters).

The design is very new age and involves asymmetrical lacing. This lacing system looks nice but is not applied well to this shoe. Furthermore, the lacing limits the number of people who can where the shoe comfortably. A poor move on the part of Brooks (and a failed move on the part of Asicis, who have since gone back to standard lacing.

Brooks' upbeat design is eye catching and shoes feel comfortable in the store; but when you're really putting some miles on these shoes, you quickly realize they're not made for that. Hope this helps.

I gave it 2 stars for the grip and cushion of the shoe, which was marvelous!

Service and delivery comments:

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