Customer Reviews Brooks Glycerin GTS 19
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75%"Felt true to size"
94%"Felt true to width"
77%"Moderate arch support"
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These are the best-fitting and most comfortable shoes I have owned. I have duck-shaped feet with a wide forefoot, narrow heel, and thin profile.
Needless to say, shoe buying is a nightmare. Typically wide shoes are too wide and floppy at the heel but regular shoes pinch my toes. These are about as perfect as shoes can get for my very imperfect feet. I ordered a 9W and even with a wide my foot hangs over each side about 1/8 inch, but it is significantly less than most shoes, the heel is snug and not floppy, and the cushioning is perfect.
Rayne, Zappos Customer,
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I ordered a 9D, that’s what I wear in the Ariel 20. I couldn’t get the shoe off my food fast enough. They are cut way too narrow and my bunion began to hurt immediately. My favorite shoe was the Ariel 18. Would love to find a shoe that fits the same way the Ariel 18 did.
Susie, Zappos Customer,
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Felt great when i first put it on, but within 30 minutes my foot was hurting
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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So, so comfortable in the cushioning department! I have a narrow foot, especially in the heel. I am able to wear this shoe in the narrow width just fine. I wear out the inside padding in the heel of a lot of running shoes and hope these shoes won’t slip on my heel enough to do that, so far the shoes are fitting well in that area. My size for running shoes is an 8 or 8 1/2 depending on the brand. In these shoes I needed the 8 1/2.
Kathy, Zappos Customer,
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The fit and size run very accurate for me. Sneaker fit is very personal and individual. I have some foot issues. I did buy the Brooks Ghost 13 last week but I will be returning them after trying on the GTS 19. I prefer more cushioning and alway need a roomy toe box. I believe both have a roomy toe box. The GTS 19 have more support. I am not a runner but use them to walk and go to a gym. The Ghost has a wide range of great colors, but in the end, comfort is number one for me.
I'd also recommend:
Hoka One One
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The most comfortable sneaker I’ve ever owned. I have a very narrow foot and have difficulty finding any shoe that fits. Brooks Glycerin is like walking on a cloud. I can’t wait to put my Brooks Glycerin sneakers on and go for my daily 4 mile walk. Thank You Brooks!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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The guide rails in these shoes hurt the sides of my feet - the discomfort was a 7/10 after only 3 miles. If you have really wide feet, leave these on the shelf.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These are the best! I was wearing the Glycerin 18 when I realized I needed a stability shoe and have been searching for one I like for the last 5 months. These are it. I have worn these since I got them and can't wait to put them on again the next day. They have all the great cushioning from the Glycerin 18 with the stability added in. Best purchase ever. They fit my feet the way almost all Brooks shoes do and I'm so happy about that.
I'd also recommend:
Dansko, Brooks, Birkenstock
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These are unquestionably the most comfortable shoes I've ever put on my feet. Then I went for a run. Wow! I've had some problems with my feet for a few years and need a show with cushion and support. I'd been wearing the Adrenalin GTS. They are way to thinly padded in the forefoot. I've tried Hokas...they are way too bouncey. This shoe is like putting my foot into perfectly firm pillow. That said, they did take a little breaking in (due to the Support part), as the motion was a little stiff at first. As an added bonus, I also like the way they look.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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the standard glycerin helps me with all my foot deformaties after a fail operation and gives me gentle support with lots of cushion,,,,, but the GTS glycerin version has stability bars on both sides and moves my failed foot operation foot to the outside cramping my toes.... This GTS versopm should be good for someone that wants a light weight cushioned support shoes with normal overpronation problems.. but I have to send it back....
I'd also recommend:
I have limited selections due to my complicated foot deformities .. Liked the 1st Mizuno Wave Sky
Sandy, Zappos Customer,
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These are great but appear to run smaller then Brooks normally do. They still fit in my normal size but feel more snug
Lauren, Zappos Customer,
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As usual, Brooks shoes are always comfortable and the colors are amazing! Sadly I had to return them because I wasn't happy with the material on the top of the shoe. It was very thin and flimsy and reminded me of some of the New Balance Fresh Foam shoes I had that my toes would break through after 4-6 mos of wear. Ordered another pair of the Brooks Adrenaline which I had purchased in the past but thought I'd try something different this time. Life is always a learning experience! :-)
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This is my favorite running shoe and my second pair of this exact shoe. I have foot issues - very narrow foot, barely any heel, plantar fasciitis, and I supinate. I’m a hot mess, but this shoe keeps me aligned and minimizes my feet, knee, and back problems that other shoes used to provoke.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks for running. Stuart Weitzman for dress shoes
T, Zappos Customer,
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I love these shoes! It’s very rare that I put new shoes on and they feel as good as these do. I like that the tongue of the shoe is sewn in, it really keeps it in place. I’ve tried the brooks adrenaline before and didn’t love them so I shied away from brooks for many years. These are just fantastic and I’m glad I gave them another go.
Mamaof4, Zappos Customer,
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My foot doesn't slide or move in the show, great cushion and comfort. LOVE this style and brand
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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More cushion than the Adrenaline and overall better fit. the GTS gives just enough support but not too much. I love them!
I'd also recommend:
Hoka One
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Fit: I always purchase 1/2 size larger in running shoes and these were just right, maybe a touch snug. Loosening the laces made it better.
Style: Love these colors! They are so cute! The toe lifts and I think they’d be cuter if it was lower.... but toe lift is excellent for running! Not thrilled with the laces... my fingernails keep snagging them, and they just feel flimsy. Will probably switch out the laces.
Performance: Wow! Felt so smooth during the run! I need a stability shoe and this one delivered! Love the cushion, breathability, and how the shoe seems to drive me forward! Thank you toe lift!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Glycerine GTS 19. I normally ride in the Adrenalines and in comparison Glycerine are a bit snug and stiffer than the Adrenalines. I still get the stability for my over pronation and tracking is good. Yes they run snug but Adrenalines for me run a little large.i purchased a 10w in both. I did 10 miles in the Glycerines today and see how I feel tomorrow. But so far so good. Glycerine may be my new runner. But I still love my Adrenalines. So comfy. Once I ran in Brooks I have not turned back to anything else. You can feel the difference in quality and stability. If you need stability try the Glycerine GTS (stiff a little snug) or the Adrenalines(softer, roomier) just depends what you like.
I'd also recommend:
Hoka one one
Sharlotte, Zappos Customer,
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The fit was perfect! I am returning this pair, however, because I believe that it is defective. The "guard rails" in this shoe were not uniform. The left shoe made my foot push to the outside of me foot (supinate), while the right shoe did a great job of directing my foot to stay straight ahead. I naturally supinate when I walk, so this shoe felt really dangerous for me.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Love these sneakers. I have feet issues and these have reduced my pain significantly.
I have worn other Brooks before but the GTS seems to make a big difference.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Felt great right out of the box. Ample room in the toe box for my bunions and arthritic feet. Can use my orthotics as footbed removable. Like the contrasting shoelaces . Rounded toe makes shoe look smaller. Wish there were other colors. Great arch support.
Beachy, Zappos Customer,
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I have a very bad back which throws everything off. These shoes are so comfortable and supportive. I would recommend a pair!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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So comfy, my toes were going numb in my old shoes on my walks. No more numb toes! The cushion is superior. The arch is adequate, I have fallen high arches, no pronation for me. I don’t like to spend a lot on myself, but these are so worth the money! Zappos had what Amazon did not! Thanks for a quality shoe with great customer service.
Robin, Zappos Customer,
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I walk 3-5 miles a day. Oh These fit great, are extremely comfortable while walking.
Debbie, Zappos Customer,
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Best shoe in Brooks line
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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