Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23 Womens, 10 / WHITE/ILLUSION Blue

So I've been wearing the Adrenaline GTS since the 21s (which were the best of those I've tried by a very long shot). I bought a pair of the 22s last year, and they're okay. They had the larger thing on the heel, which reduced my joy in them over the 21s, but c'est la vie. So, when I needed new shoes this time around I bought some 22s as well as some 23s to see which I preferred, after reading all of the reviews (will send back the less preferable of the two). I have duck feet--narrow heel, wide up front. For me, the 23s have a much roomier heel area. As in, it's kind of baggy back there and while my heel isn't slipping at this point, it's not feeling too secure either, which was one of the things I most appreciated about the Adrenaline line. They feel wider in the ... MoreSo I've been wearing the Adrenaline GTS since the 21s (which were the best of those I've tried by a very long shot). I bought a pair of the 22s last year, and they're okay. They had the larger thing on the heel, which reduced my joy in them over the 21s, but c'est la vie. So, when I needed new shoes this time around I bought some 22s as well as some 23s to see which I preferred, after reading all of the reviews (will send back the less preferable of the two). I have duck feet--narrow heel, wide up front. For me, the 23s have a much roomier heel area. As in, it's kind of baggy back there and while my heel isn't slipping at this point, it's not feeling too secure either, which was one of the things I most appreciated about the Adrenaline line. They feel wider in the toe box area, too, and it makes me wonder if I should have gone down a size. For dress type shoes I typically where a 6.5 in narrower brands and sometimes a 6 with certain wider styles. In running shoes, including Adrenaline, a standard 6 works. These feel roomier (particularly on the right shoe, which may be an adjustment thing) all around, especially the heel and the mesh portion of the front. Will be keeping one pair of the 23s for day-to-day use for the color, so interested in what they wear like over the long term. But, for running, I'm going to stick with the 22s again for a bit longer.

30 year NB customer…switched to Brooks for Narrow Width Cushioning + Support

I’m a 30+ year New Balance customer….but I require a Narrow width with a hard-to-find balanced support/cushioning shoe. NB discontinued my go-to shoe in Narrow widths (940W in 9.5 AA) & they no longer offer anything outside of exaggerated rocker super cushioned shoes or a pure 100% support running shoe in a Narrow width. So, I tried the Adrenaline GTS in my size and I immediately fell in love after the 1st run. The fit is just like my beloved NB 940W with that perfect balance between support & cushioning. I have a bone spur on one toe that really appreciates the form fitting upper that provides enough support without putting pressure on my big toe. I immediately went back to purchase a 2nd pair since I always like to keep a spare pair of running shoes to rotate in ... MoreI’m a 30+ year New Balance customer….but I require a Narrow width with a hard-to-find balanced support/cushioning shoe. NB discontinued my go-to shoe in Narrow widths (940W in 9.5 AA) & they no longer offer anything outside of exaggerated rocker super cushioned shoes or a pure 100% support running shoe in a Narrow width. So, I tried the Adrenaline GTS in my size and I immediately fell in love after the 1st run. The fit is just like my beloved NB 940W with that perfect balance between support & cushioning. I have a bone spur on one toe that really appreciates the form fitting upper that provides enough support without putting pressure on my big toe. I immediately went back to purchase a 2nd pair since I always like to keep a spare pair of running shoes to rotate in as my primary pair begins to wear out. Looks like after 30 years, I’ll be a Brooks customer! Thank you for continuing to innovate AND offer running shoes in Narrow widths! I’ll plan to buy only Brooks running shoes for the next 30 years! :-)

BROOKS RUINED A GREAT SHOE

I have bought and happily worn Brooks Adrenaline GTS shoes fir many, many years. I needed some solid black ones for a trip to Spain recently and bought my usual size. My past shoes have been so comfortable that I dudn’t bother to pack any other casual shoes, as I planned to do a lot of walking tours with my family, what a HUGE MISTAKE ! I was in agony for the entire week. Brooks changed this model drastically ! They are way, way more narrow, instep in wrong place, toe box crammed my feet and I had to keep them completely loose and untied in order to even walk in them. Also, the shoelaces are so shirt it’s laughable, but honestly…I was in tears many times just trying to get through each day. I even called Dick’s store to report this, in case their policy would not ... MoreI have bought and happily worn Brooks Adrenaline GTS shoes fir many, many years. I needed some solid black ones for a trip to Spain recently and bought my usual size. My past shoes have been so comfortable that I dudn’t bother to pack any other casual shoes, as I planned to do a lot of walking tours with my family, what a HUGE MISTAKE ! I was in agony for the entire week. Brooks changed this model drastically ! They are way, way more narrow, instep in wrong place, toe box crammed my feet and I had to keep them completely loose and untied in order to even walk in them. Also, the shoelaces are so shirt it’s laughable, but honestly…I was in tears many times just trying to get through each day. I even called Dick’s store to report this, in case their policy would not allow a return in my time frame I would be gone. Thankfully they have an amazing return policy on all their shoes and now that I’m home, can’t wait to bring these horribly redesigned shoes back ! Brooks, you lost a great customer of many years, same thing Asics did to their sneakers by narrowing the toe box which lead me to Brooks. I will now be in search of a new sneaker brand. VERY DISAPPOINTED EX DEDICATED BROOKS CUSTOMER, NO MORE…STAY AWAY FROM THIS YEAR’S SHOE !

Doesn't feel like THE Adrenaline I have known any more.

I had a really high hope for this but was not only dissapointed but also injured by them. I have been wearing Adrenaline for 6 years and in all my races and in my 6 marathons (road). I used them exclusively for road running because of their supreme support (not about soft cushion like Ghost but the structure that "hugged" my feet). I have slightly wide feet but Brooks' shoelines have wider toebox than most of other brands, so size B (normal) was perfect. But GTS23 has a narrow toe box. I had skipped GTS22 (had GTS 17 x2, GTS19 x2, GTS21 x2) so I couldn't tell when reviews said GTS23 was wider than GTS22 which seems to be the narrowest in this Adrenaline line. I bought 7W but it was too big. So I went back to 7B. When I ran a half marathon in them, my toenails hurt ... MoreI had a really high hope for this but was not only dissapointed but also injured by them. I have been wearing Adrenaline for 6 years and in all my races and in my 6 marathons (road). I used them exclusively for road running because of their supreme support (not about soft cushion like Ghost but the structure that "hugged" my feet). I have slightly wide feet but Brooks' shoelines have wider toebox than most of other brands, so size B (normal) was perfect. But GTS23 has a narrow toe box. I had skipped GTS22 (had GTS 17 x2, GTS19 x2, GTS21 x2) so I couldn't tell when reviews said GTS23 was wider than GTS22 which seems to be the narrowest in this Adrenaline line. I bought 7W but it was too big. So I went back to 7B. When I ran a half marathon in them, my toenails hurt so much during and post run, and they are still wobby and healing since. The support was less too, and I felt my ankles were a little unstable during a run, which had never happened in other GTSs. I did feel GTS21 being slightly narrower than previous, but didn't think that was serious. This one IS. My other friend marathoner also pointed out the same problems with GTS 23. I assume Adrenaline is getting narrower and narrower and removing much of the supportive structure for being lightweight and springy? I have a race coming up soon but must look for and change to a new shoe.

Exactly What My Feet Wanted!

It provides the stability, comfortable fit, and badly needed support for my ankles. I'm no longer a runner due to various physical problems I've developed over the past years. I use them for walking-casual and speed-walking. I'm very pleased to find shoes with great constuction and can accomodate my bunion on my right foot. I have purchased more than one pair of the Adrenaline GTS 23 and have also purchased 2 Ghost 15. I'm trying to see which model is the most comfortable. I'll know once I wear them for longer periods which model is better. With the size "D width", I can only wear thin socks with the Adrenaline. There never seems to be any 2D's available in my size. I'd like to be able to wear socks with light cushioning but the D width makes it too snug and is not ... MoreIt provides the stability, comfortable fit, and badly needed support for my ankles. I'm no longer a runner due to various physical problems I've developed over the past years. I use them for walking-casual and speed-walking. I'm very pleased to find shoes with great constuction and can accomodate my bunion on my right foot. I have purchased more than one pair of the Adrenaline GTS 23 and have also purchased 2 Ghost 15. I'm trying to see which model is the most comfortable. I'll know once I wear them for longer periods which model is better. With the size "D width", I can only wear thin socks with the Adrenaline. There never seems to be any 2D's available in my size. I'd like to be able to wear socks with light cushioning but the D width makes it too snug and is not as comfortable. I did order a size 11 and will see how those work out. I haven't tried them on yet so can't say how their fit is. All in all, I love my new shoes and glad I discovered them here at Brooks. Please carry more in the extra wide width in the future. Thank you, Brooks for making good quality shoes.

Get your weekly Adrenaline with this shoe!

A great shoe for stability and comfort. I work out at least 2x per week at Orange Theory and use these only for that activity. I power walk on the treadmill since running is not great for my knees, and need a new pair of these approximately once a year. I am a big woman and wear a big shoe size, so I order the men's version of this style. I appreciate the room in the toe box that gives my toes space, but has the flexibility I need. These are great because my feet feel secure in them and there is no break-in period. They are stable and have enough support for my fallen arches without causing any discomfort post-workout. Previously, I owned a light blue, followed by a light grey version of this style and, although the colors were pretty and I loved the fit and ... MoreA great shoe for stability and comfort. I work out at least 2x per week at Orange Theory and use these only for that activity. I power walk on the treadmill since running is not great for my knees, and need a new pair of these approximately once a year. I am a big woman and wear a big shoe size, so I order the men's version of this style. I appreciate the room in the toe box that gives my toes space, but has the flexibility I need. These are great because my feet feel secure in them and there is no break-in period. They are stable and have enough support for my fallen arches without causing any discomfort post-workout. Previously, I owned a light blue, followed by a light grey version of this style and, although the colors were pretty and I loved the fit and function, the shoe uppers became very marked up almost immediately from the gym floor and equipment. This time I ordered the 135 White/Grey/Black color choice and, so far, that has camouflaged any of the marks and the shoes look brand new after a couple of weeks. The color combo is youthful and a little edgy; makes me happy when I look down and see my feet now. I hope Brooks will keep making these.

Good and not so good

First off as a longtime 2E wide Adrenaline customer I would like to thank Brooks for offering some real color versus the normal grey or black options. Please keep that up in the future.Now for the not so good...while my shoes have some real pop in color they feel like a dud. Whenever I get a new pair of Adrenaline's I use them exclusively for running so as to maximize mileage, normally getting 450-480 miles out of them before I start noticing sore calves or treadwear that tell me it is time to retire them. The tread on my 23s are fine, but my calves aren't loving them at all. I pay close attention to my running stats like cadence, stride length, vertical oscillation, etc. and nothing has changed other than my shoes. Unfortunately, I will probably have to retire ... MoreFirst off as a longtime 2E wide Adrenaline customer I would like to thank Brooks for offering some real color versus the normal grey or black options. Please keep that up in the future.Now for the not so good...while my shoes have some real pop in color they feel like a dud. Whenever I get a new pair of Adrenaline's I use them exclusively for running so as to maximize mileage, normally getting 450-480 miles out of them before I start noticing sore calves or treadwear that tell me it is time to retire them. The tread on my 23s are fine, but my calves aren't loving them at all. I pay close attention to my running stats like cadence, stride length, vertical oscillation, etc. and nothing has changed other than my shoes. Unfortunately, I will probably have to retire this pair before reaching 100 miles. Brooks has built up enough goodwill with me over the years that I feel like this is a one off and I will not hesitate on buying another pair of 23s. If for some reason my experience is the same I will buy another pair of two of the 22s, which were awesome.

Loft cushioning breaks down at 8 month

I’ve been an Adrenaline GTS fan for over 5 years. I pronate so I need the stabilization and I’m heavy (~250 lbs) so I need the support. Usually I get a pair every year as my everyday walking shoe. (I wear Ariel’s for running). Since I only wear them for walking, just normal running errands and such, they usually last at least a year.As much as I loved the v23, the new loft cushioning they’re using does not hold up. I bought my current v23 pair late last summer (late July/August) and the inside sole cushion felt significantly compressed down by early March. I started having to pull the laces much tighter because there is noticeably more room inside the shoe since the sole is thinned down. I kept wearing them thinking it wouldn’t be a big deal, but it’s gotten ... MoreI’ve been an Adrenaline GTS fan for over 5 years. I pronate so I need the stabilization and I’m heavy (~250 lbs) so I need the support. Usually I get a pair every year as my everyday walking shoe. (I wear Ariel’s for running). Since I only wear them for walking, just normal running errands and such, they usually last at least a year.As much as I loved the v23, the new loft cushioning they’re using does not hold up. I bought my current v23 pair late last summer (late July/August) and the inside sole cushion felt significantly compressed down by early March. I started having to pull the laces much tighter because there is noticeably more room inside the shoe since the sole is thinned down. I kept wearing them thinking it wouldn’t be a big deal, but it’s gotten progressively worse (sole is even more compressed). Now if I wear them walking in May my feet are sore the next day. My arches especially ache after a few hours of sedate walking.I’m going to buy another pair of v23 because they were great for the first ~8 months. But if you expect everyday walking around shoes to make it 11-12 months the v23 may disappoint.

Not like past models… not in a good way

I’ve run in Brooks Adrenaline for nearly 20 years, and they have always been in my rotation even while adding in other brands. These have consistently been the shoe I can count on for long miles, consistent mileage without injury, etc.However, this version sucks. I was warned before the first guide rail version that I might not like them anymore, but even those were fine. This version is too firm and inflexible, with an odd fit. I’ve been an 8.5B forever, and have typically tied my laces in a heel lock. I had to forego the heel lock in these because they’re tight across the top & I can’t let the laces out further. I stopped to mess with them 2-3x on my first run with them, which was a typical 4 mile paved loop I typically run for easy miles. On a separate easy run ... MoreI’ve run in Brooks Adrenaline for nearly 20 years, and they have always been in my rotation even while adding in other brands. These have consistently been the shoe I can count on for long miles, consistent mileage without injury, etc.However, this version sucks. I was warned before the first guide rail version that I might not like them anymore, but even those were fine. This version is too firm and inflexible, with an odd fit. I’ve been an 8.5B forever, and have typically tied my laces in a heel lock. I had to forego the heel lock in these because they’re tight across the top & I can’t let the laces out further. I stopped to mess with them 2-3x on my first run with them, which was a typical 4 mile paved loop I typically run for easy miles. On a separate easy run day in these, I stopped to walk after the ball of my foot started hurting badly about halfway in. I was hesitant to attribute the pain to these shoes because they’ve so consistently worked for me, but after about a month, I’m unfortunately pretty sure it’s these shoes causing the issue. The foam just feels hard as a rock! The fit around my foot also feels different than usual, like it’s both too tight across the top and way too loose on the sides and heel? Disappointing to say the least. I ordered a pair of Hokas to take the place of these and am hoping version 24 will be a return to the usual “go to shoe” for me.

Terrific walking shoes

I picked up the Brooks Men's Adrenaline GTS 23's as part of a shoe haul, along with a pair of ASICs running shoes and New Balance trainers. I was looking for one pair to be gym shoes, one for walking/running, and one as an everyday casual sneaker. The Brooks took the spot for my walking/running shoes, no big surprise as they were replacing a previous (well worn) pair of Brooks. This pair is an improvement over my previous Brooks, with stronger structure and a wider tread base that feels a bit more stable. The one con with these and every pair of Brooks I've owned is that, for some reason, I'm far more prone to roll my ankles in them when walking on uneven surfaces. It's happened painfully enough to be an issue. Otherwise they're the most comfortable walking/runners ... MoreI picked up the Brooks Men's Adrenaline GTS 23's as part of a shoe haul, along with a pair of ASICs running shoes and New Balance trainers. I was looking for one pair to be gym shoes, one for walking/running, and one as an everyday casual sneaker. The Brooks took the spot for my walking/running shoes, no big surprise as they were replacing a previous (well worn) pair of Brooks. This pair is an improvement over my previous Brooks, with stronger structure and a wider tread base that feels a bit more stable. The one con with these and every pair of Brooks I've owned is that, for some reason, I'm far more prone to roll my ankles in them when walking on uneven surfaces. It's happened painfully enough to be an issue. Otherwise they're the most comfortable walking/runners I've had in awhile, though I'm still adding an athletic insert to improve cushion and arch support. (Note: I got the blue and orange version. I don't generally like orange accents, but these look pretty sharp.)