Customer Reviews Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21

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Rating Summmary:

1,499 total reviews

Review Breakdown:

76%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

12%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

6%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

3%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

3%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

86%"Felt true to size"

92%"Felt true to width"

79%"Moderate arch support"

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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Upgrade over the 20s. The improved guide rail, lighter shoe, and better fit make it a very large upgrade over the 20s. I didn't think they could get better. Brookes did it again.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I'm not a runner but work in the healthcare field and have sever arthritis in my left foot and my arches drop but brooks has been a lifesaver for me I would like to try the 21 adrenaline out because I had the 18 and 20 adrenaline a very good line of shoes 5 stars
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Brooks are amazing. I discovered them after having extreme foot pain. I went to a store that offered gait tests, discovered that I had lost my arches. They recommended Brooks and Hoka. I chose Brooks based on looks alone. Let me tell you, that was the best decision ever. My foot problem was resolved in just a few days. I currently own the adrenaline XX. I completed my first half marathon in them October 18. I'm really wanting to try the adrenaline 21. Maybe one day soon.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
In regards to Review the Adrenaline GTS 21, size 10.5 Men color all black, I did receive these for free to test out the new style of Adrenaline I am an avid runner, run about 35-50 miles a week, Mainly wear Brooks shoes for running. I can say these did not disappoint.. The shoe is very comfortable and I feel I can run further as I deal with Plantar Faciitis and with the new style I notice my feet did not bother me at all, enough cushion and padding to keep my feet in place and excellent support. They are true to size, super comfortable, I find even after my run I keep the shoes on around the house and running errands. The only Con would be the color, like I said these were a free pair to try, I received all black, I would have liked color, even if the sole had white on the bottom. I would highly recommend this shoe, I usually have 2 pairs that I switch out, they are the GTS style as this is the best style for anyone with any sort of foot issues, I will be purchasing the new style for sure. Thanks again for letting me try these out! I am super excited to continue to run without any foot problems.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I just received a pair of the new Adrenaline GTS 21 shoes, which Brooks provided free of charge, and have run and worked out with them for the last week. I am very impressed with these shoes. I usually wear Glycerin's but appreciate the extra support in the Adrenaline's. They provide a very nice cushion feel and, overall, are a very fine, quality shoe. I will order a second pair very soon.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I would like to thanks Brooks for sending me a free pair of Adrenaline GTS 21's to try and review for them. After wearing them for several different activities, I'm giving them a "Thumbs Up". I like the way they fit, especially with the guide rails for stability. Also the little extra room in the toe box helps make them very comfortable. I've been wearing the Adrenaline shoes for many years now, and they just keep getting better!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Brooks running sent me a free pair of their new Adrenaline GTS 21 to try out and then give my honest opinion. They are a good looking shoe and very comfortable. I normally use the Beast or the Addiction as my shoe of choice because of the extra support. I was pleasantly surprised at how stable and comfortable the Adrenaline GTS 21 is. I typically run on gravel roads or a treadmill, depending on weather. The Adrenaline GTS 21 worked well on both surfaces. It provided good stability on the rougher surface. The shoe is so light, It feels like running on air when I was on the treadmill. I am looking forward to putting a couple of hundred miles on the shoe to see how it holds up compared to the Beast. Its fit and look is first rate. I have been using Brooks shoes for running and my regular day to day activities, exclusively, for the last 10 years. I used to get plantar fasciitis once or twice year. My podiatrist recommended Brooks to me, and I have not had an episode of the plantar fasciitis since. I am impressed with the Adrenaline GTS 21.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
I buy 6-10 pairs of Brooks a year so when I was contacted to test a free pair of the new Adrenaline GTS 21 prior to release, I was quick to accept. I typically log 200-300 miles a month so comfort is my main concern with durability a close second. I have worn the Adrenaline GTS 21 for 60 miles this week and have seen an improvement in my minutes per mile and reduction in foot issues, especially after a long workout. I was initially concerned as the size 13 2E appeared narrower than previous models, but the upper structure of the shoe has more flexibility, feels lighter and is more comfortable than the previous models I was wearing. I probably will not wear them when trail running, but they are now my first choice for asphalt. Although I need more time to assess their durability, I anticipate stocking up once they are available for purchase.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I usually wear a 9 in a Nike but a 9.5 in a Brooks was perfect. About a month agao I bought my first pair of Brooks, the Adrenaline 2020 and they were the most comfortable sneakers I have ever bought. I liked them so much that I just bought a pair of Adrenaline 2021 and they are even better.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Comfortable because they were too big.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
These shoes are comfortable and I like the fit better dan GTS20. One thing I do NOT like about the GTS21 compared to the GTS20 that when walking on wet surface the front is more slippery. Is it the different design of the sole, or is it harder rubber so it wears less?
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Great feeling shoe - easily the best yet. But utterly uninspiring colors. It's almost like Brooks looked around and realized they had way to much white and black dye...and decided to launch a decidedly bland collection.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Fit decent, but it isn't as comfortable as they used to be. Plus, the colors this year (and previous years) are just boring as heck. I wouldn't dare run in these at night. The reflectors are tiny and hardly visible. None of these colors are visible enough at night (I don't count white, neon is much more visible).
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I have been buying Brooks Adrenaline GTS for years and love them. Same size, varying colors. The last two I’ve bought, however, are atrocious. the toe box is made of some kind of material that quickly indents, forming uncomfortable creases against your toes - as if someone was tapping your toes with a butter knife with each step. A horrible design flaw - immensely distracting. I’m now looking for an alternative to Brooks going forward.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I overpronate and the Adrenaline GTS has been my go to shoe for a very long time. The GTS is one of the few options for x wide foot and stability for over pronation. I am not a runner. I walk 2-4 miles 3-4 times a week and they have always been the right support that kept me from knee and hip pain. Not anymore. Brooks changed something in the GTS 21 and there is no pronation support. I walked 2 miles one day after I received them and noticed my knee hurting like when I had neutral shoes years ago but didn't think much about it until the next time a few days later when I barely made it back to the house after 3 miles because my knee and hip were in pain. I put on my GTS 20 to see if there was a noticeable difference in the way my foot and ankle moved and there is a visual difference in the pronation control of a worn out 20 vs brand new 21. Unfortunately I just returned the 21's and will not go back to Brooks until they actually perform as they are meant to. Why they felt the need to "fix" something that wasn't broken I will never understand!
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have bought Brooks for years and they’ve been great since I have over-pronation and they offer great support. These are the first Brooks I’m returning. They hurt to walk in after an hour or so. The toe box is also weird and has an indentation that makes noise as you walk.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I’ve been wearing this model shoe for years. The front of the shoe is supposed to have a rigid band across the front. I tried 3 different pairs and each one had the band on only one shoe. The one that didn’t puckered when I walked. Poor quality control by Brooks! Luckily Zappos took them all back.
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running
Since Brooks put in the Guide Rail design the shoes are awful. Took a great shoe and ruined it. I have ran in these since the inception. I cannot tell you how disappointing. From running in the Guide Rail System, I developed Metatarsalgia.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
These are my 2nd choice of shoes
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Great for running on the treadmill and general workouts. Very comfortable.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Beat shoes for my feet, with high arches.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Comfortable and that?s what i need
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
Good running/walking shoe
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
This shoe is my husbands favorite running shoe. He has had a few pairs but the GTS 21 were his favorite. He was sad that the new GTS are not the same. Feel a little bulky inside, and make his feet sweat more than normal, feel better after breaking them in. However the support and cushion of the new style are great.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Brooks Running - Syndication
My first pair of brooks coming from Nike airmax. Never going back. Brooks all the way.
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