Brooks Men's Beast '20 Running Shoe

Product Information

Like other shoes with the GTS moniker, this version of the Adrenaline 23 features GuideRails on either side of the footbed. These extra layers of foam cradle your foot and promote proper joint alignment as you run, without interfering too much with your stride. Delivery timescales are based on working days; Public Holidays, Saturday's and Sunday's are NOT classed as working days. Personal: C (A really hard shoe for me to dig a lot of miles into personally for the level of stability ) Amphipod Hydraform Handheld Water Bottle: Perfect for long runs when you need hydration in the summer

The Catamount 2 is a streamlined trail shoe that offers a peppy, responsive ride with plenty of protection for your feet. The key to its energetic feel is in the midsole: Like the original, it features a thin layer of Brooks’ highly responsive DNA Flash cushion, as well as a new and improved SkyVault midsole plate made with thermoplastic polyurethane. Stability: A+ (The highest level of stability available in the market for runners today, particularly medially ) Ultraspire Fitted Race Belt:The best way to carry your phone and goods on the run. No bounce and various sizes for waist. (Also recommend the Naked belt) The Brooks Beast 20 Mens Running Shoe is known for its soft, cushioned ride, and now it's lighter than ever thanks to the newly added GuideRails® support technology.

Brooks Beast 20 Intro

Delivery timescales are esimates in working days; Public Holidays, Saturday's and Sunday's are NOT classed as working days. Shopping for affordable running shoes often feels like scraping the bottom of the barrel, which makes the affordable Revel 6 feel like a hidden gem. It’s a well-made neutral trainer that just happens to have a very attractive price point. Part of Brooks’ Energize cohort of high energy return shoes, the Revel 6 serves up a bouncy ride that field testers compared to the Hyperion Tempo, one of the brand’s premium speed training shoes. DNA Loft is formulated to provide a plush ride in “Cushion”-style designs, including Brooks’ trail shoes. It comes in two variations–DNA Loft v2, a rubber-EVA blend, and Loft v3, which is made with a nitrogen-infused rubber-EVA.

The Ghost has been a favorite in the Brooks lineup for years, and the latest design is one of our favorite shoes of 2023. This versatile cushioned trainer is a go-to for everyone, from beginner runners to experienced marathoners looking for a reliable workhorse shoe. In RW testing, the Ghost 15’s DNA Loft v2 cushion served up a firm feel underfoot, or “an excellent ride with firm yet spongy cushioning,” as one tester described it. Brooks has developed four main cushioning foams for its shoes. Each one is optimized for different traits, like soft cushioning or low weight, which play a large role in defining the distinct feeling of Brooks’ “Cushion,” “Speed,” and “Energize” experiences. GuideRails® Holistic Support System - GuideRails® support technology is significantly lighter than prior support technologies.

It isn’t the most plush shoe on the market, and its high drop may feel uncomfortable for some runners. But the Ghost does a great job of absorbing impact forces, and the footbed feels supportive—ideal for a day-to-day training shoe. Its upper is made with a breathable engineered mesh for good temperature regulation, and the shoe has a great overall fit: The midfoot is relatively wide, so it won’t constrict your feet. The padding around the collar creates a comfortable feel. Testers reported no issues with hot spots or rubbing. Overall, the Ghost 15 is an approachable, capable shoe that works well for a wide range of runners. Together, the DNA Flash foam and SkyVault create an energetic ride, and enough responsiveness to get a good feel for the ground underfoot, which can be helpful for navigating obstacles on technical trails. The upper comes with a toe cap for protection against trail debris, and it also features drainage holes to shed water, so your feet won’t slosh around in the shoe after a creek crossing. In RW testing, the Catamount 2 won praise for its excellent grip, even in wet and wintry conditions. Stability: A [Motion Control] ( Aggressively stiff heel/midfoot with large guide rails, sole flaring in heel and wide base) All applicable customs and import duties and any other charges are the responsibility of the customer.

DPT/Footwear Science: B (Somewhat updated thoughts on motion control but still heavy. Could benefit from additional and newer methods to at least reduce weight ) Whether you overpronate or you just want some extra support when your feet get fatigued, the Launch is a solid choice—and proof that stable doesn’t have to mean slow. The Beast is probably the most literal name for a shoe I’ve ever ran in. It is a large shoe that has a lot to offer. Mizuno Wave Inspire 19 - The redesign for the guidance-based stability trainer is an early 2023 favoriteDPT/Footwear Science: B- (The innovation feels limited, but the shoe existing is still important in itself ) Bach: My main recommendations focus on the ride of the shoe. The weight of the Brooks Beast GTS 23 feels fairly loaded in the rearfoot, not surprising considering the GuideRails there. Finding a way to take some weight out of the heel, particularly with a lighter foam would be helpful in making the shoe feel a little more nimble. The forefoot outsole could also use a less aggressive, smoother design to reduce the slappy nature of the ride in its current form. Unlike traditional support tech, like a medial post, which adds a layer of firm foam within the midsole, GuideRails cradle your feet from the sides, so they don’t interfere with your stride if you don’t overpronate. The Hyperion Max is difficult to categorize, but that’s exactly why it’s one of the best Brooks running shoes: It does many things very well. The “max” in Hyperion Max refers to the hefty wedge of nitrogen-infused DNA Flash foam in the shoe’s midsole, which is very light and creates a plush, highly responsive ride. That makes the Hyperion Max an incredible dynamic shoe: You can lace them up for a long, mellow run or put them on for speedwork. Matt: The Brooks Beast or Ariel GTS 23 is for those who want a rare motion-control shoe with a large amount of protection, aggressive central guidance and a secure midfoot. The guide rails, wider base, stiff sole, and other mechanisms provide aggressive stability primarily in the heel and into the midfoot. Those who want this to happen more during running/walking and less overtly during standing will do best. The fit is normal with a little toe box taper, decent forefoot room a snug midfoot and a wider heel. While a bit old school category wise, the Brooks Beast/Ariel does bring some upgrades over the year. Additionally, it provides a rare shoe in this category for those that need it.