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JOIN NOWBrooks Glycerin GTS 23
Category
Stability Running Shoes / Brooks Support Road Running Shoes
Summary
Average Weight: Men's 300g / Women's 272g
Offset: 8mm
Stack Height: 28mm / 20mm
A supremely cushioned road running shoe, providing a high level of support. The Glycerin GTS 23 showcases exciting features for a comfortable ride.
Features
Upper
- Engineered triple-jacquard knit-upper
- Reflective detailing in the construction for improved visibility
- Breathable properties of the upper keep your feet dry and fresh during your runs
Midsole
- The wider midsole, alongside the restructured outsole, is designed to a offer an unrestricted and smoother ride
- Nitrogen-infused DNA-Tuned midsole
- Extra 2mm more cushioning
- GuideRails technology is built into the midsole cupping around the heel and arch – diminish the excessive inwards movement
Outer
- Durable rubber is placed on the outsole in areas of high wear
Pros
- Extremely plush with long-lasting cushioning
- Lightweight – barely noticeable on feet
- Moderate stability for overpronation
- Great energy response on long distance
- Comfortable as a walking shoe
Cons(iderations)
- Wider midsole may not suit those wanting a narrow fit
In Testing
My previous running shoes were the Asics Gel Kayano, which packed a lot of support and cushion. Absolutely nothing wrong with them, they worked for me. Based on my gait and previous running shoes, I've always stuck with a running shoe that had a larger stack height and cushioning, mainly because of the great shock absorption and comfort on longer runs.
I was intrigued by the new DNA-Tuned midsole technology in the Glycerin GTS 23, claiming to provide revolutionary comfort alongside support. Fortunately, the pitch proved to be consistent with how I felt almost immediately when putting on the shoe. The cushion is expertly engineered and has lasted for miles – both running and walking in the shoe has felt effortless. The support has prevented my usual injuries from over-pronation!
Verdict
The Brooks Glycerin GTS 23 are most definitely paving a new path for road running shoes – with the use of revolutionary nitrogen-infused technology. This shoe will undoubtedly be held in high regard by those who desire effortless runs, with support that feels natural.
If you are looking for high cushioning, plush, maximum protection for impact with a moderate support, this new model is definitely an option to be considered.
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DaveFebruary 20, 2025 at 7:04pm
Is the Glycerin GTS 22 more supportive than the Adrenaline GTS 24? Looking for a shoe with good medial support to replace older shoes that had medial posts. Thanks. ReplyNandantiFebruary 21, 2025 at 6:17pm
Hi Dave,
The Glycerin GTS 22 offers a bit more support than the Adrenaline GTS 24, but what’s more important is that it provides greater cushioning. Many runners choose the Glycerin GTS 22 for long distances, such as marathons and ultra runs, as well as for shorter distances. I hope this helps!
Kind Regards
ReplyNandanti
PhilMay 17, 2024 at 3:57pm
You wrote that Brooks gts 21 provides "strong support for over-pronation". "What's your opinion of its suitability for over-supinators? ReplyAnn KaewangchaiMay 17, 2024 at 6:58pm
Hi Phil,
Many thanks for your comment. I would say the heel drop plays quite a unique role in running shoes in relation to the individual's running technique. Firstly you've got a 10mm heel-drop in the Glycerin GTS, atop a robust heel pad cushioning. Not much lateral torsion in the shoes, with the prominent arch support minimising this movement, which can feel quite heavy overall.
Although I'm not a foot doctor or specialist in this field, I would suggest if you know your feet pretty well and could perhaps adapt to running in these shoes, albeit you supinate, and find they work well for your strike, then that's fine too. I guess you also don't want to be running in shoes which have too much flexibility.
Either way overpronating/underpronating over long periods of time without proper attention can lead to early onset fatigue on the outer borders of your feet. It's finding that balance between cushioning and perhaps a little flexibility with a heel drop that's not to high (something between 6-8mm) to marry with your running style?
It's hard to say anything for sure without seeing you run. If possible, come and visit us for Natural Gait Analysis, or we do Online Gait Analysis too.
Thanks
ReplyAnn