Running Shoes Buying Guide

Put in your daily miles with the soft, max-cushioned comfort of these Brooks road runners. Their rockered profile and lower offset make heel-to-toe transitions feel smooth and easy.




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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) | 6 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 39 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 33 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Engineered mesh |
| Midsole | DNA LOFT v3 |
| Outsole | RoadTack with HPR heel rubber |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 4 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
Fits slightly large based on reviews
| 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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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I just love Brooks shoes. This is my 4th pair, 2nd pair of the ghost max specifically, but these are genuinely my favorite pair. The cushion makes you feel like you could jump to the moon, and it yet somehow still has so much stability. I would say I had to get used to the firmer toe box, which isn’t an issue still. I love these!!!!!
They’re HUGE. Feels like running in a marshmallow. I don’t understand these “Max” versions because they’re nothing like the original version of the shoe. I got a ripple under the bottom lace because I had to cinch them so tight to make them fit, and I got a crease on the toe of the shoe after ONE MILE. The length of my true size was fine, the sole felt awesome and plush, but the shoe fit horribly on the upper. I’ve never stopped and walked the remainder of my run because my shoes were irritating me so badly, that’s exactly what I did with these. Returned. Don’t reply to me Brooks, get your quality control in line. I should be able to order my size in a shoe and it fits me but everything is all over the place.
I have bad feet. Every metatarsal in both feet have been broken. My arches have dropped. And, let's not leave out the fallen arches or foot pain. I tried these on without much hope honestly. I thought they wouldn't be wide enough. Or, they would make my feet hurt. I was wrong. It felt like I was walking on a cloud! I bought them right then and there! My only complaint? That I didn't buy them sooner! I love them! Even after a few days, my feet felt great in them! I plan on buying another pair! I have arthritis in my knees and wearing these don't make my knees hurt! They have such great support! I understand why these are so popular!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These were the first pair of Brooks that I bought. I bought these sneakers because I was having issues with my feet, I absolutely love them. I love them so much that I decided that I will continue to buy Brooks. My feet never felt better. They are by far the best sneakers I ever owned I just purchased another pair of Brooks sneakers in a different style pacifically for the gym. Can’t wait to get them.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am not a person that write reviews for sneakers because I have spent so much money for comfortable sneakers. I could not let Brooks know how happy my feet’s are. I am a Type 1 diabetic and suffer from severe diabetic neuropathy in my feet’s and hands. I am an everyday walker and there are days I am unable to walk due to pain. Since I have gotten my Brooks Max I haven’t missed one day of walking. I shared with my walking buddy that these sneakers make we want to walk longer and more. I have gotten so many compliments, even though I thought they were ugly because I’m use to the narrower look but guess what my feet’s are feeling blessed and I get a good walking workout. I literally feel like I am walking on air and when I finish my walk my feet have no pain whatsoever.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The ghost max 3 sneakers are lightweight, comfortable and give lots of support whether you’re on a treadmill or taking them for a spin outdoors. I have a lot of issues finding shoes that support my feet, since they are slightly wider, but these were just the ticket. Long term, these shoes will definitely last, with one exception, they are white. If you are one that fears white shoes and keeping them clean, have no fear. The fabric was super easy to spot treat and doesn’t crease due to the light mesh material.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really like these shoes. I have an all white pair and they stay relatively clean (surprisingly) given the conditions I put them through. I wear them as my every day shoes and they have a great amount of cushion. I recently had a trip to Disney/Universal where I was on my feet ALL DAY, and they were great for that. My feet didn’t hurt nearly as much as they usually do. Highly recommend! Super functional, comfortable, and very cute. *The pictures I added are post Disney/Universal trip.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this as a continuation form my Ghost Max 2. I have been wearing Ghosts for a while a work as they provide superior comfort and flexibility throughout my day. I have been very pleased with this purchase. The Max 3, just like the Max 2, are like walking on Marshmallows. Very comfortable!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] In my opinion, these feel like walking on cardboard. I do like the wider toe box and the color, but everything else is not good. The Brooks Ghost Max 2 were the best design yet. They had wonderful cushioning and great color options. I’m not sure what y’all changed, but this isn’t it. The first Ghost Max were good, the second were even better, but the third are a disappointment. Now I don’t know what to get. I walk and run in these daily.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very comfortable. I have high arches and need a lot of support. These are cute and definitely serve the purpose. Also it’s hard to find half sizes and this is perfect.