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Runner's World Editor's Choice Sept '12

Men's Ghost 5

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Can you say THREE-peat? Like the Ghost 3 and 4, the Ghost 5 was deemed "Editor’s Choice" in Runner’s World’s Fall 2012 Shoe Guide in the September issue. Runner’s World described the Ghost 5 as "a versatile shoe that can handle whatever workouts you throw at it" and noting that the Ghost "remains fairly lightweight with a soft heel and relatively firm forefoot, which gives wearers a fast feel.” One wear tester said “I didn’t have that 'squishy' feeling I sometimes experience with cushioned shoes." Another said, "The Ghost 5 has excellent cushioning—cement feels like blacktop, blacktop feels like grass, grass feels like clouds! I was able to feel the ground just fine for a strong ride."

We say the Ghost 5 is so supremely smooth and impeccably balanced, it’s scary. We took the best of the award-winning Ghost 3 and 4 designs, built in new innovations, and then merged it all with striking colors and patterns. This shoe hits the sweet spot for a wide range of Neutral runners with a finely crafted Caterpillar Crash Pad and anatomical Brooks DNA.


> See the Women's Ghost 5


Love the Ghost but hate running in the rain? The Ghost GTX is also available. Everything you love about the Ghost, but with a waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® membrane to keep your feet dry and comfortable. No more blaming it on the rain!

Product Reviews

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4.5

(based on 126 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (86)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (28)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (6)

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (112)
  • Cushions impact (102)
  • Lightweight (79)
  • Responsive (59)
  • Arch support (54)

Cons

  • Uncomfortable (7)
  • Wears quickly (7)
  • Heavy (5)
  • Narrow / tight (4)
  • Poor support / stability (3)

Best Uses

  • Distance / endurance (61)
  • Dry conditions (60)
  • Walking (33)
  • Gym (31)
  • Trail running (21)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      90% 

      (112 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      91% 

      (111 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (93), Low arch (16), High arch (14)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (77), Casual/ recreational (26), Gym rat (18)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (119)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

from 3 to 5

I switched from a pair of ghost 3 to a pair of gho5t. The most noticeable difference is the upper. THe ghost 5 upper is much lighter and more breathable. I got the yellow...Read complete review

I switched from a pair of ghost 3 to a pair of gho5t. The most noticeable difference is the upper. THe ghost 5 upper is much lighter and more breathable. I got the yellow, its a good looking shoe. I run very neutral, I can speak to the durability of the 3's but have only put 10 miles on my new 5's. The 3's held up really well, i ran in rain, snow, crushed limestone trails, road, and on treadmills. The shoe still looks new. I hope the 5's are the same way. I usually put 300-400 miles on shoes before I replace them. The 5's have felt light, responsive and comfortable on 3 and 5 mile runs so far. The other noticeable difference with these shoes is the tongue. The 5 has a much more cushioned and "fatter" tongue. I find that I have to tighten the shoes a little more near the ankle to get the same feel with the 5's as I had with the 3's. Overall I am very happy with the purchase. I love these shoes so far. If I find any faults I will be sure to come back and update this. Happy Running.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Felt great when i slipped them on BUT...

These running shoes feel great on the feet, very comfortable. did a 10 mile run and by the end my legs were aching, particularly my shins. I'm a huge Brooks fan and i ...Read complete review

These running shoes feel great on the feet, very comfortable. did a 10 mile run and by the end my legs were aching, particularly my shins. I'm a huge Brooks fan and i LOVE my Ravenna 3. i thought i'd try the Ghost 5 but definitely going back to the Ravenna 3.

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4.0

2Each his own

By Lenny

from Greensboro, NC

About Me Gym Rat

Pros

  • Good Arch Support
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Instep Height Too Low
  • Narrow / Tight

Best Uses

  • Dry Weather

Loved the feel of the shoe, but the 2E is too narrow and the instep height is too low. Needs a wider/deeper toe box and 4E width.

  • Sizing:
  • Feels half size too small
  • Width:
  • Feels too narrow
  • Arch Type:
  • Average Arch
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No
 
5.0

Float like a butterfly...

By Pdog

from Charlotte NC

About Me Avid Athlete

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Responsive

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Cross Training
    • Long Runs

    I'm not a runner or trainer but an athlete that loves to try everything from trail runs to climbing trees riding bikes and crossing streams on rocks with my daughter, to tackling a Spartan obstacle course or mud run. I hate being pigeon holed, so I need a versatile, durable shoe. Although I've never owned brooks, when I tried them on at the store, they seemed to fit right and felt great in terms of cushion. I also liked features like the small loop that keeps the tongue from shifting (a pet peeve). The cushion around the heel was nice too. I ordered online because the color I liked was not available in store. So far, I am very pleased with the quality, performance, and look of my new Ghost

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width
    • Arch Type:
    • Average Arch
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No
     
    5.0

    HIGHEST OF RECOMMENDATIONS!!!

    By BobbyRaz

    from Temecula, CA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Cushions Impact
    • Durable
    • Good Arch Support
    • Good Traction
    • Lightweight
    • Pronation Control
    • Responsive

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Endurance Training

      I have viewed myself as a runner for the past 45 years. Unfortunately, due to what I thought was the result of an aging body, I began to sustain foot injuries which made it impossible to run. For numerous years I walked for my exercise, though I yearned to run. I talked to people. I read magazine articles. Finally, some online research led me to purchasing a pair of Brooks Ghost 5 running shoes. Amazing shoes! I am back running again, and increasing my mileage. I am convinced that it is because of the craftsmanship in the Ghost 5 that I can not only dream of running again, but I am doing it. THANK YOU, Brooks! At age 60, I have my life back.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width
      • Arch Type:
      • Low Arch
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      5.0

      Editor's Choice Well-Deserved

      By Enjoying the Ride

      from Houston, TX

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Cushions Impact
      • Good Arch Support
      • Lightweight
      • Responsive

      Cons

      • None Found Yet

      Best Uses

        Purchased the Ghost 5 on recommendation from local running store pros. Was having outside knee pain issues with a mild stability shoe. Have run about 85 miles in the Ghost so far and the knee issues have cleared up. Could be coincidence but the change was noticeable when I started using the more neutral shoe. The comfort level has been outstanding. Highly recommend for neutral runners. I run 25-30 miles per week.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Arch Type:
        • Average Arch
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        as good as advertised

        By WileyCoyote

        from Lansing, Mi

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Durable
        • Good Arch Support
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Trail Running

          Will buy again

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels too narrow
          • Arch Type:
          • Average Arch
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          1.0

          Brooks Ghost 5

          By Jim the runner

          from Charlotte, NC

          About Me Avid Athlete

          Pros

            Cons

            • Uncomfortable

            Best Uses

              Right shoe has bump in arch and is uncomfortable. I would like to send these back

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Arch Type:
              • High Arch
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              4.0

              Ghost 5

              By Ken the Walker/Runner

              from Amery, Wisconsin

              About Me Gym Rat

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Cushions Impact
              • Good Arch Support
              • Good Fit Out Of Box
              • Good Traction
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Pavement Running
                • Walking

                Good cushioned shoe, no problem with breaking in, ran with them out of box.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width
                • Arch Type:
                • Average Arch
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                5.0

                good

                By anonymous

                from pasadena, ca

                About Me Gym Rat

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Cushions Impact
                • Durable
                • Good Arch Support
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Gym

                  good product

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  5.0

                  Just as I expected

                  By ArchKidd

                  from Manassas, VA

                  About Me Gym Rat

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Good Arch Support
                  • Lightweight
                  • Pronation Control

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Gym
                    • Walking

                    Wanted a shoe that matched my high arch and the web lead me here. These look great and would highly recommend even though they are a little pricey.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels half size too big
                    • Arch Type:
                    • High Arch
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    4.0

                    A lot of cushion

                    By SH

                    from Chicago, IL

                    About Me Avid Athlete

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Good Arch Support

                    Cons

                    • Heavy
                    • Too much cushion

                    Best Uses

                      I am still trying to figure out if I like these. After around 30 miles over the last week I am still not used to the cushioning. I came from the NB 1063 and these definitely have a lot more cushioning and you feel much less impact. With that comes a heavier shoe though, which I am also trying to get used to.

                      If you are looking for a shoe with a lot of cushioning, definitely get these. They are very comfortable, they land very soft, and they offer a lot of support.

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • High Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

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