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Brooks Ghost 17 Road-Running Shoes - Women's
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Embrace miles of comfort in the women's Brooks Ghost 17 Road-Running Shoes. Updated with enhanced uppers and midsoles, they balance structure and responsiveness with soft, dynamic cushioning.
- Updated with double-jacquard, air-mesh uppers and kickback collars to provide added structure and comfort
- Updated midsole design combines with precise flex grooves to promote added flow toward toe-off
- Premium nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 cushioning delivers lightweight softness and feel-good comfort, mile after mile
- 3 mm of added DNA LOFT v3 cushion in the forefoot; 1 mm of added cushion in the heels for more comfort and a 10 mm offset
- Weight (half pair): 9 oz.
Imported.
View the Brooks Ghost Product LineView all Brooks Women's Road-Running Shoes| Best Use | Running |
|---|---|
| Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 10 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 37 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 27 |
| 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. 2 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
Brooks Footwear - 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 |
Sizing Notes
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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Katie Masterton
The reliable go to
4 months ago
I’ve just jumped from Ghost 15 up for the 17. The slightly lower heel to toe drop hasn’t been noticeable. Quality is as expected and very comfortable. This is my go to shoe base runs and long runs.
Yes , I recommend this product
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JulieB
Damascus, OR
Wide was the way to go for comfort but the color choices are dismal.
2 days ago
As I’ve aged my feet have widened and this is my first pair of Ghost in wide. The fit is great and it is a comfortable shoe that can wear on a 12 hour shift running around a veterinary hospital. I easily do my 10000 steps a day. My only complaint is that it only comes in neutral colors. In vet med white or very light color is a bad idea. Plus in the PNW well it’s wet and who just wants splatter mud, blacktop showing on their shoes. Black is just way too hot when it’s sunny out and your feet start sweating. I would love an amazing purple in wide. I still wear my old Ghost that were a purple with leopard print sole while doing chores.
Originally posted on brooksrunning.com
GabrielleM
Hockessin, DE
Staaaahhhp with the redesigns! Bring back the 14’s! These are terrible!
3 days ago
Not the experience you’re used to from the ghost, or brooks for that matter. It’s unfortunate they chose to redesign and screw up something that has been a staple in my closet for years. Heel doesn’t fit - too short and what’s with the flare? too wide, very heavy and stiff. Literally wouldn’t stay on my heels and made me unsteady on my feet and caused pain in my legs and back. The very opposite of what I started wearing these for! Stinks because they have some half decent colors for once but the trade off was a no-go for me! Sent them back. Bought the trace instead. They will replace the ghost for now until they bring back maybe the 14’s or 15’s.
Originally posted on brooksrunning.com
CortneyB
Toronto, ON
My Go-To Shoe for Every Mile (and More)
1 month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Brooks Ghost 17 has quickly become my “everything” shoe. From marathon training miles to recovery walks, the DNA Loft v3 midsole delivers a soft, responsive ride that keeps my legs feeling fresh. The fit is secure yet comfortable, with a snug heel and breathable mesh upper that stays cool even on long summer runs. I appreciate how smooth the transitions feel—no break-in period, just instant comfort. Whether I’m logging double-digit miles, walking to grab coffee, or even dancing around the kitchen, these shoes keep up. They’re light, versatile, and supportive—exactly what I need for my back-of-the-pack adventures.
Originally posted on brooksrunning.com
MariaP
Hubbard, OH
Picture does not match
2 days ago
I just got the new black with the orange bottom and the picture is very deceiving. It is very gray and reflective. I was expecting more of a two-tone black and more of a matte black.
Originally posted on brooksrunning.com
Jackie
Stuarts Draft, VA
Bring old Ghost design back. The 17s are also slightly bigger in the toe.
3 weeks ago
I have purchased women’s Ghost 14,15,16s and 17s and have always raved about these shoes to anyone who commented on how much they loved mine; however, I agree with previous review on how they changed the 17s and they are stiffer. The new DNA loft design injected with nitrogen is comfortable at first only and your legs hurt as the hours pass during the day. Something not experienced in previous editions. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it “. Please bring the old Ghost design back so I don’t have to look for new shoes. I’m in the medical field and have been a faithful Brooks customer for years.
Originally posted on brooksrunning.com
CandiH
Muskego, WI
Sloppy and Not at all Comfortable
3 months ago
I echo many of the other comments on how disappointing this shoe is. I wear a narrow and there is such a limited amount of choices in shoes for me. The 15 and even the 16 were good for my narrow foot, but the 17 is horrible, I can barely wear them for more than 7 hours (work in an ED and on my feet all day). The others were great, but my heel slips and the toe box on the narrow is wide. Even my legs hurt after trying to wear these. I use to wear Adrenaline, but that has also changed. There are already so few choices for those who wear narrow shoes. I originally bought 2 pair of these as narrow go fast, but ended up sending the second pair back.
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MeredithF
Madison, NJ
So good—a lot like the 15’s! The toe box is a bit narrower than the 16’s, which were awkwardly wide at the front.
5 months ago
Brooks did a great job with these, going back to the slightly narrower toe box that the 15’s had. I found the 16’s toe box to be too paddle-like, and it made my custom made inserts shift when I walked or ran, also causing a weird squeaking nose that I hated. The new 17’s are all-around very similar to the 15’s with two notable differences: a cushier sole and a raised tab at the heel. I’m unclear what the purpose of the heel tab is—maybe to pull them on easier?—but regardless, this is a much comfier, better-fitting shoe than the 16! If you have wide feet, I’d suggest ordering a wide, but for my narrow-to-average-width foot, they are perfect! Love the black and purple color way, it’s even better in person! Bravo Brooks.
Originally posted on brooksrunning.com
LaureenD
Scottsdale, AZ
Brooks Running Shoes Review – Great for Non-Runners Too
2 months ago
I'm not a runner, but I picked up these Brooks shoes because I liked how they looked. I've always worn ASICS, so I was a bit nervous about switching brands. When I first tried them on, the soles felt different—almost like there were bubbles inside, probably designed to absorb impact while running. It took a couple of days to get used to that sensation, but now I don’t notice it at all, which is a big plus for me. I mainly use these for gym workouts, and they’ve been really comfortable. No issues with support or fit, and they’ve held up well. Overall, I’m happy with the purchase and would definitely recommend them, even if you're not a runner like me.
Originally posted on brooksrunning.com
Lexmarie0808
Hammond, IN
My go to shoe!
4 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are my go to shoes, I’m a 36 year old mom who coaches baseball, helps at school, runs all over, I am constantly on my feet. These are great for my back, I have lower back pain and I don’t have any issues while wearing these shoes. I workout in the mornings with my husband and my feet have never felt better! I love this shoe in black, the material holds up so well and they look great with jeans! I have gotten so many compliments on them already! I have a higher arch and these are so great! I would highly recommend these!
Originally posted on brooksrunning.com
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