How to Choose Running Shoes

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Wherever your feet take you, the Ghost 9 road-running shoes deliver an incredibly smooth ride - the result of soft, protective cushioning and a fully-segmented crash pad.
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View the Brooks Ghost Product LineView all Brooks Women's Road-Running ShoesBest Use | Running |
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Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
Running Shoe Cushioning | Moderate Cushion |
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 12 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | Engineered mesh |
Lining | Elements lining |
Midsole | Blended EVA |
Outsole | Carbon/blown rubber |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 2 oz. |
Gender | Women's |
5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | |
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U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 |
U.S. Men's | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11.5 |
EU | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45.5 |
Sizes along top of chart are U.S. Women's sizes. Correlating U.S. Men's sizes and EU sizes provided for clarity.
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I bought my first pair of Brooks last year because my feet were hurting in other walking shoes. I walk 2 miles a day on a greenbelt. They are very comfortable shoes. My disappointment is that they already have holes on both shoes by my little toe, see photo. I paid over $100.00, the most i have ever paid for a pair of shoes. I have never had this happen with any of my Nike's but these Brooks were so comfortable. Sad and very disappointed, Juli Golden
I have been an avid fitness fanatic for 15 plus years and up until now, have been a Nike only kinda gal. BIG MISTAKE. I'm so upset with myself for not trying an actual "running" shoe before now. The Brooks Ghost 9, in particular, is AMAZING. There is no "break in" period with these babies-absolutely comfortable from the very first moment I tried them on and through 2 plus weeks now of intense workouts. The support is also phenomenal-both for running and other cross training type activities, i.e. stairs, agility drills, plyometrics, and weight lifting. The wider toe-bed is a major plus, as well, and allows for longer workouts. In addition, these shoes offer incredible traction and grip, no matter the surface. The shape, style, and color of the Ghost 9 is super attractive and eye catching, so I feel like I'm always on my A game while wearing them! One other fun feature is the stretchy, bright shoe laces that stay put for hours. I mean, everything about this shoe just screams high quality, high performance. Brooks has converted me for life. Well done. :)
This shoe is well cushioned and comfortable for running or working out. I have Morton's nueroma and have a hard time finding running shoes that don't hurt my feet. The toe is also a bit wider, which allows the foot to feel less constricted. Definitely buying Brooks again.
I've gone through a lot of running shoes over the years and liked most of them. This is the first time I've ever been IN LOVE with a pair! I needed a cushioned shoe to take me from street to grass to dirt trail in my neighborhood and these are perfect. Super sticky soles even on wet surfaces. Great laces, super cuddly around the ankles, roomy toe box, awesome shoe. Nice color combo.
I bought this a couple weeks ago and just had to exchange for a half size up. Love the shoe. It has great heel support/structure/coverage even with orthodic inserts.
This shoe is very comfortable, I have high arches and knee pain. My feet are in heaven!!!!
I'm new to running and I was dreading buying a shoe online because of the inability to try it on for fit and comfort. I was so surprised and happy when my shoes arrived and I tried them on. They are super comfortable and have great arch support, the toe box is very roomy and my feet don't seem to get hot. Granted, I don't run more than a mile so I cannot vouch for the shoes for extended periods of running but for my purpose, these are the bomb.
I've had issues with my hip and overall discomfort training for a half marathon. After changing to this show my issues went poof! Love these!
Great support with ortho inserts. Have had many compliments
I got the Ghost 9 to replace my Ghost 8 shoes I trashed in the red dirt of Kaui. I had to go a half size up on the new model. I have been happy with the fit and comfort of this athletic/running shoe. I might by another pair as backup I like them so well.