Men's Beast '12
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$110.00
Legend has it that Zeus needed a running shoe and thus, the Beast was born. Sturdy and supportive, these leading Control shoes perfect the blend of comfort and stability. The Caterpillar Crash Pad delivers flexibility underfoot without sacrificing assurance, a midsole stability web brings more integrity to the foam on the upper without added weight, and full-length Brooks DNA delivers adaptable cushioning to every unique stride. We also added some slick new styling to make this Beast look fast. Truly the shoe of shoes, the new and improved Beast is simply divine.
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by PowerReviews(based on 47 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
82%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable (35)
- Cushions impact (33)
- Pronation control (31)
- Arch support (24)
- Durable (19)
Cons
- Narrow / tight (7)
- Heavy (6)
- Wears quickly (6)
- Uncomfortable (4)
Best Uses
- Walking (23)
- Dry conditions (17)
- Distance / endurance (15)
- Gym (14)
- With orthotics/inserts (11)
- Sizing:
Feels full size too small
Feels half size too small
Feels true to size
89%
(40 reviews)
Feels half size too big
Feels full size too big
- Width:
Feels too narrow
Feels true to width
83%
(38 reviews)
Feels too wide
- Arch Type:
- Average arch (20), Low arch (18), High arch (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (21), Enthusiast (17), Gym rat (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (43)
Most Liked Positive Review
Plush and sturdy. An SUV of a shoe.
PROS
I like them for long days, gravel, trail and especially when I'm already tired and sore form a previous days workout.
Plush and sturdy. An SUV of a shoe...Read complete review
PROS
I like them for long days, gravel, trail and especially when I'm already tired and sore form a previous days workout.
Plush and sturdy. An SUV of a shoe.
I have a flattish foot, moderate heel strike and knee and back issues. The Beast handles these concerns very well.
Initially, I chose them because I was returning to running after over a decade off and felt they might offer a margin of protection from impact and poor technique. However, I can now handle impact and my technique has improved, but I plan to own a pair of Beasts as long as I'm running.
I don't really need pronation control and in some ways it's more shoe than I need and have neutral shoes for shorter days or racing.
After trying a bunch of shoes (on the tread mill) each of 3 times I bought the Beast, my feet, legs and back told me to keep buying them.
They fit well right out of the box and I require no break-in period.
The control and stability helps prevent slips and ankle rolls.
I got over 350 miles out of each pair, which makes me feel they are a GREAT value.
CONS
Heavy, bulky and expensive, but so is an SUV.
I typically wear (and measure on a Brannock scale) a 2E in most other running shoes, but the (my) forefoot volume forced me into the (rare) extra wide 4E on my last two pairs. Not bad, but if you're on the fence, go wider.
On each pair I had to ShoeGoo and clamp the heel strike area sole back onto the underlying padding late in their life. No big deal.
My buddy, who has had over 20 pairs!, complains that they don't hold up well, but he's a big (210lb) heel striking pronator. He scrunches the heel stike area padding in about 250 mi while the rest of the shoe has a lot of life left. It's a bit messy, but to restore cant angle and cushion, we glued in wedges of padding (from old shoes) and he got another 100 miles out of them. He says the "width is true" and he "can't run in any other shoe."
Hope that helps.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Would not buy on-line
I should have known better than to buy a shoe on-line. Unfortunately there are no retailers in the area that keep this in stock. I not able to not try on the shoe and ...Read complete review
I should have known better than to buy a shoe on-line. Unfortunately there are no retailers in the area that keep this in stock. I not able to not try on the shoe and discuss it with a knowledgeable sales person. I ordered the same size shoe as I wore in New Balance. This shoe is extremely tight around the front section of my foot, and does not appear to be stretching out at all. Very uncomfortable, and I will never buy another shoe on-line. I learned my lesson, hopefully no one else will make the same mistake I did.
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Pros
- Cushions Impact
- Good Arch Support
- Good Traction
- Helps My Knees Tremendous
- Perfect Padding
- Pronation Control
Cons
- Narrow / Tight
Best Uses
- Dry Weather
I am overweight and have ,lost 70 pounds by running thanks to the Beast. Has the padding and motion control my legs need so my knees don't hurt.
However, the width on this recent iteration is a joke. I ordered 4E width, and they aren't even as wide as the Dyad or Adrenaline in the same size. Brooks really, really messed up this shoe.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Pronation Control
- Responsive
Cons
- Heavy
- Variety
Best Uses
- Dry Weather
- Gym
- Walking
If I only knew sooner. The Brooks line of products are second to none. From socks, shoes to jackets, they offer a high quality product with reasonable prices. Website is easy to navigate and very helpful. I will definitely buy from them in the future!
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Good Traction
- Pronation Control
Cons
Best Uses
- With Orthotics/Inserts
I have wide flat feet and wear this shoe with orthotics and have been through three pairs of Beasts and loved them all. They are fantastic and the best running shoes I've ever owned.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Average Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Good Arch Support
- Pronation Control
- Sleek
- Sturdy
Cons
- Narrow / Tight
- Toe Box Vice
Best Uses
- Dry Weather
- Endurance Training
- Gym
- Walking
- Wet Weather
- With Orthotics/Inserts
- Work
Everything is great about except one major flaw that is mentioned in many reviews in most other running shoe sites...the current version of the Beast is way too narrow in the toe box area. Brooks fix this major flaw and launch a new Beast ASAP!!! I understand that in order to make the shoe look more sleek the toe box became more "pointed" rather than rounded. Do some due diligence homework next time... the vast majority of flat footed people that need motion control need ample space for the toes to spread out. Even buying a size larger does not do the trick. A multi-million dollar mistake... better fix it fast!!!
- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Good Arch Support
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
- Pronation Control
Cons
- Order Full Size Larger
Best Uses
- Endurance Training
- Gym
- Trail Running
- Walking
I have no arches. I workout 5 days/wk. I use the Beast mainly for running and weight training. They hold up better than any shoe I have tried. I replace them Approx. every 6 Mos. They still look great and I use them for yard work, etc.
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Durable
- Good Arch Support
Cons
Best Uses
- Walking
- Work
I bought these a year ago and just ordered anew pair this morning. I wear them everyday for work and play. Had back surgery when I bought them and wanted something to take the stress off of my back and knees. Surpassed all of my expectations.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Narrow / Tight
- Too Stiff
- Uncomfortable
Best Uses
- With Orthotics/Inserts
I think I have worn the Beast shoe for maybe 10 years and have had 12-15 pairs. When I needed a new pair I saw these new models...last year sometime...and ordered them right away. I figured they would be like all the others...awesome. Well, shortly after starting to wear them I began to have foot and knee problems that were new. My wife said..."it's the shoes"...I said "no way, these are my Beasts.
I went back to my old pair and introduced another pair of shoes. My problems went away.
This week I said.."OK, I am solid now let's try them again." Well, it is three days later and I have pain again in my feet and left knee.
The Beast is gone tomorrow morning. My great shoe favorite is no more. What Next? I have no idea.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
- Arch Type:
- Average Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
- Pronation Control
Cons
Best Uses
- Walking
Would like to see 5E size
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Work
These shoes are absolutely the most comfortable pair of Brooks I have ever owned.....Although I am not a guy who runs a bunch of miles every week, I highly recommend them for daily use. I'm on my feet a bunch everyday, so the cushioning and support are wonderful.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Average Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Durable
- Pronation Control
Cons
- Wears Quickly
Best Uses
- Dry Weather
- Walking
- Wet Weather
- With Orthotics/Inserts
I just bought the Beast-12...so far so good. However, they do fit a bit differently than the two past Beasts I have owned. Also, I wish you still had the black and silver color combo...
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Average Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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