Customer Reviews Brooks Glycerin 21

Loving the Glycerin 21. The Glycerin 20 seemed a little too tapered in the toe area and rubbed my big toe too much to be comfortable. This 21 is back to what I love about the Glycerin. The toe box is a little wider and the lock down is tight. I feel supported thru out my entire foot from the ball of my foot to the heel and the arch is superior. No pain in hips or knees. Is as comfortable or more than my Bondi 8s. Firm but squishy feel without feeling like I'm walking in sand. Decent propelling motion for such a cushioned shoe. I am a neutral runner and run about 20 miles or so a week. In my opinion its a good look shoe too and will wear with all my athleasure clothes. Can't wait for more colors to be launched and will also be purchasing the Stealth Fit Glycerin 21. I am a size 9 in non-athletic shoes and purchased a 9 1/2 which is what I do with all running shoes no matter the brand and the fit is great.

I have worn Glycerin's for years, but this particular model did not work for me. A plus is they have returned to having a wider toe box which is great. The downsides: The width is way off; it was very wide even for a wide. My foot was swimming in it and the fit was sloppy even when I attempted to wear it with a heavier sock. I have ordered women's wide in the past with no issue. Perhaps I received a defective shoe and it just wasn't made to spec. I did not find these shoes overly comfortable compared to previous models. I'm not a runner, but do like to feel the ground somewhat when walking more so for stability. This is the first time in years I have not been able to upgrade to the latest model. Everyone's feet are different and this shoe may work well for someone else. I have also discovered with Brooks even in the same model year, you can order two pair of the same size/width and they fit completely different.

I'm a diehard Asics Nimbus wearer for a very long time but I've hated their past several editions. I switched over and tried these Brooks Glycerin and they're great! They are very similar to the better Nimbus editions (late teens/early 20's). They're very roomy and cushioned. I wear them for running and my knees don't hurt. They're pretty good looking too. I always go up a size in running shoes and these fit like I'm used to.

These just may be the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever put on. I have had major feet issues for nearly 2 years along with 8 surgeries between the two feet. I haven’t had pain free steps for so long but these shoes have felt amazing.

Still on the fence with these. I LOVED the Brooks Glyserin 19. So much I bought 2 pair. Looking for a replacement and decided to stay with this line but having some pain issues with right foot after wearing them in the house for short time. Will try them once more inside the house and if that pain persists they will need to be returned. They did change the heel on these from an inch & 5/8 to an inch & 7/8 adding something called DNA Loft - Nitrogen Injected. This might just be too hard for my foot arch. Had planters fasciitis several years back after getting some shoes that were not right for me. These are a very nice looking tennis shoe and my daughter who wears a size down (pink ones) enjoys hers. For all of us who were comfortable in the glycerin 19, these may not be an improvement.

I run in the 20’s and was reluctant to try the 21’s but after 1 run, I am glad I did. The toe box is bigger, which is awesome. I was worried upon first trying them on as the heel counter felt less deep around my ankle than the 20’s. However, this didn’t seem to cause any blistering, which I have suffered with other shoes. Wish the colors were better, but all in all, a good update.

Although these fit perfectly, I am returning them. The sole has a curved sole at the back. While I am walking, they are comfortable, but when I stop I fall over backward. I left them on in the house and tried to move about but felt unstable every time I stopped. At 75, I don't need to start worrying about whether I'll fall.

No enough cushioning in the toe box, .

I love my Glycerin 20s and was ready to love the 21s, but the shoe feels shorter than my 20 - like the elevated heel is pushing my foot forward. So I'm returning them.

I have purchased several pairs of Glycerin running shoes over the years & loved them. The soles have gotten wider & wider on the outer top area to now I don’t feel they are comfortable. Disappointed & returned.

I’m a long time wearer of Glycerin, but I find the 21’s a huge disappointment. The sole is so thick, 2”, I felt it was an invitation to twist an ankle on the slightest misstep. However the thick sole was pretty comfortable. I’ll shop around for a new neutral shoe.

This shoe has a little bounce to it as I'm walking and I like that very much. They fit well and are comfortable. Only drawback is that the laces could be a couple of inches longer. I would definitely buy again.

The Glycerin 21 runs a half size smaller than the previous version. I’ve been wearing these for years, and I had to go up a 1/2 size.

My insert would not fit into the shoe. My feet were snug but fit. The width was really great but I felt that a size up would be too big for me.

Wrong size sent in box, appears to be worn

This was a used shoe thrown in the box with dirty bottoms and wrinkled up shoestrings. Somebody already wore these. Very disappointing for $160 I will be returning them.

Comfy shoe but I had a backache before the first mile. Back to the Ghost for me!

Fits true to size. Very comfortable. I have plantar fasciitis and Brooks are the only shoes right now that help. I wish they had more colors in wide

Fits perfectly. Supports my flat feet and makes the pain disappear. Worth every penny!

This is my first ever pair of Brooks. I feel like I’m walking on clouds. This shoe has great stability and a roomy toe box. I am on my feet 7 + hours a day but I wouldn’t know it when I wear these shoes. I love these and no longer have a reason to shop my cheaper brands. I will be buying Brooks again in the future. Very pleased and would highly recommend!

I love the wider width which allows for some flexibility in my feet. I'm a consistent 8 and these always fit great and TTS. I love the cushion on this. What I love most is the fun design. Sometimes glycerine lovers don't get the fun styles like the ghost wearers but I feel like this is so much fun and vibrant in this new limited edition color.

I'm over 55 and getting back into jogging and power-walking. I already have a pair of Brooks & I love them, so I looked to this model to provide my leg & foot joints with more TLC. So far, I've been able to do short, intermittent jogs during my walks without leg pain afterward. These are very cushiony and comfortable, while still providing stability. Brooks is my new "go to" sneaker. They're funky and functional.

They look a little like marshmallows on my feet, but felt sooo light and well cushioned when I put them through their paces on the treadmill, walking, walking inclines and running.

Awesome--love this shoe so much; amazing comfort!

Excellent fit - good arch support.