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Designed with protective cushioning for a soft, smooth ride and maximum comfort, the men's Brooks Ghost Max 2 road-running shoes will make putting in your daily miles feel like a breeze.
Imported.
Best Use | Running |
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Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 6 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 39 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 33 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | Engineered air-mesh |
Midsole | DNA LOFT v3 |
Outsole | RoadTack/HPR Heel rubber |
Vegan | Yes |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 5.6 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | |
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U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
U.S. Women's | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | ||||||
UK | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
EU | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47.5 | 48.5 | 49.5 | 50.5 |
Sizes along top of chart are U.S. Men's sizes. Correlating U.S. Women's sizes and EU sizes provided for clarity.
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First off I'm not a runner I'am a 62 year old man who walks as much as I can. I also drank the water at Camp Lejeune and for many years have been suffering in pain from peripheral neuropathy. I purchased these shoes because my research said they were one of the top rated shoes for Neuropathy sufferers. Well they were absolutely correct. These shoes are amazing. After 4 days at work (security) my feet were feeling much better. The heal support, arch support, and the cushioning they provide are fantastic. I've had them about 2 weeks and feel like I have my life back. My feet are not pain free but they are pretty darn close. I will definitely be buying another pair as soon as I am able to.
I bought this shoe in July 2024 and I am very disappointed in the design of the grip and durability of the outsole. I have done less than 200kms and the outsold grip is almost gone from the front of the shoe. The sole was really never good in any wet conditions and after a number of runs they became like ice skates. I would avoid this shoe if you want to run on any wet surfaces or need a show with outsole that last longer than about 170kms
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Brooks Ghost Max 2 have a comfortable fit and feel. They provide ample support without feeling restrictive. The cushioning is soft, making it suitable for long-distance runs or daily training sessions. The overall aesthetic is professional and sporty, suitable for both training and casual wear. The fabric used in the Brooks Ghost Max 2 is breathable and lightweight. It allows for adequate airflow, keeping the feet cool and dry even during intense workouts. Additionally, the materials feel durable. What I liked most about the Brooks Ghost Max 2 is its exceptional comfort and support. Overall, the Brooks Ghost Max 2 is a standout shoe and is a solid choice for runners looking for reliable performance.
Every Brooks shoe I've tried has been very true-to-size, but the Ghost Max 2 ran a little small; I should have gone a half-size up as it felt a little more narrow in the toe than I'm usually accustomed to from Brooks. The trade-off was that this shoe feels remarkably stable, especially compared to other shoes that favor the rocker shape sole. Somehow, there was a good balance of rocker-shaped runner and comfortable, stable walking shoe. I wouldn't pick up a pair of these to use strictly as a trainer, but this is a great option if you're going directly from work to the gym, or if you find yourself sprinting between connections at the airport.
I haven't worn them yet, but purchased them as a backup for my Ghost Max. I suffered from terrible foot pain on the tops of my feet and osteoarthritis in my feet to the point of barely being able to walk. A foot doctor recommended I go to a running store and be fitted with shoes. I ended up with the extra wide Ghost Max. It not only are my feet nearly pain-free, I've started mall walking and while my feet are a little sore, the extreme pain has not returned. Now the weather is getting warm and it has me wishing I could find a Ghost Max with a lightweight/breathable upper or even better, a sandal. This shoe truly has been a Godsend.
Really nice feel to them.nice dampening on shoe.good to were everywhere all day.
I've switched between Dyads and Beasts for the last decade and they helped me protect my arches which were shot fifty years ago. I tried to just buy another pair of Beasts only to find out that they are no longer made. So I was forced to go to the Ghost Max. These are padded in all the right places and they are the most comfortable shoes I have ever had. I bought two pairs just to be sure they didn't go out of production. I feel nothing buy happy when I put them on every morning. I am 89 so I don't run anywhere; still these are great shoes for old feet as well as I suppose they are for younger feet. Bless you Brooks folks.....g.nelson
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Ghost Max 2 are my new go to running shoe. I am currently training for a marathon and this shoe is comfortable on both the road and gravel paths. My favorite feature is the extra cushioning. My feet never hurt after a run and there was no breaking in discomfort. I also like the fabric which keeps moisture away on dewy morning runs or sweaty midday runs. I have the Ghost Max 2 in white and appreciate that they match any of my workout outfits. The Ghost Max 2 are true to size. However, I wish the toe box was wider.
I was disappointed with this shoe for several reasons. First, I have Parkinson's Disease, and so I have a diminished sense of balance. The forward pitch of this shoe gives me the feeling that my upper body is outrunning my feet and I took a hard fall on the 8th time I wore the shoe. Second, the tread wear seems to be accelerated compared to other Brooks running shoes I have worn. On the plus side, the shoe has lots of cushion, and were it not for the uncomfortable forward pitch, I'd probably have given it 4 to 4.5 stars. One other thing...in the past, Brooks size 11..5 US has always fit well, but in this shoe, I think a size 12 US would have fit me better.