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When I first leveled up from casual running to my first marathon, I went to my local Fleet Feet in Hoboken, New Jersey, to buy a pair of real running sneakers. After an extensive chat and consultation, I was pointed towards a pair of Brooks Running shoes.
I started off loyal to the Brooks Adrenaline GTS, a supportive cushioned shoe, for its built-in guide rails that provided the support I needed for my pronation and flat-footedness—going through no less than five pairs through three TCS New York City Marathons. Eventually, I tried out a few different styles, including the Revel, a standard neutral shoe, and the Glycerin, a cushioned neutral shoe, always impressed with the sturdy support Brooks shoes offers.
I’d been curious about its Ghost line—especially after another friend raved about it—but it wasn’t until the Ghost Max was introduced last October that I really took notice. By this time, following a foot injury, I’d switched over to Hoka Cliftons, recommended by both a physical therapist and orthopedist doctor for more support and stabilization. There was something about the chunkier sole and silhouette of the Ghost Max that reminded me of the Hokas. When the Ghost Max 2 was introduced mid-summer, I knew I had to try them out.
During the unboxing, my first thought was that they seemed almost too airy to be a Brooks—I was so used to the brand's shoes being sturdy workhorses. Worried about its support, I twisted the shoe like a pedorthist at Hanger Clinic had shown me how to, first wringing it out side to side, then trying to bend it in half. The shoes showed solid resistance with both tests, a strong sign.
I was surprised to find that they’re slightly on the heavier side for shoes—9.5 ounces for women’s, 10.8 ounces for men’s—since they look so lightweight. (Perhaps it was a bit of an illusion of the bright white hue.) Style-wise, the sneaker boasts a court shoe vibe with the slightly wider bulbous sole of the Brooks Glycerin, yet somehow with more of a Hoka air about it. All those details are in moderation, so the sneaker has a timeless feel—perhaps more traditional than trendy.
First, I slipped it on barefoot to get a good feel. Though I’m currently prescribed custom orthotics for my flat feet, I was impressed with how supportive the built-in arch support is on its own. Another immediate stand-out was the roomy toe box, which reminded me of one of my other favorite comfort sneakers, the Lululemon Blissfeel.
After wearing the sneakers around my condo for an afternoon, I was ready to go out into the real world. My feet were feeling so supported that I even took a risk and ditched my orthotics, opting for the included Brooks soles. That confidence can probably be attributed to the biggest difference
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