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Runner's World Editor's Choice Sept '12

Men's Ghost 5

$110.00
Style # 110119
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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 119 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (82)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (26)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (5)

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (107)
  • Cushions impact (98)
  • Lightweight (74)
  • Responsive (56)
  • Good traction (51)

Cons

  • Wears quickly (7)
  • Uncomfortable (6)
  • Heavy (5)
  • Narrow / tight (3)
  • Poor support / stability (3)

Best Uses

  • Distance / endurance (60)
  • Dry conditions (59)
  • Walking (32)
  • Gym (31)
  • Trail running (20)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      91% 

      (106 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      92% 

      (106 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (88), Low arch (15), High arch (13)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (75), Casual/ recreational (24), Gym rat (16)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (112)

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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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
         
        5.0

        Glad I made this purchase

        By Matt

        from Leechburg, PA

        About Me Avid Athlete

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Good Traction
        • Responsive

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Endurance Training

          These have been impressive on track, trail, road and dirt, which is what I have been training on in Western Pennsylvania. No issues with traction on wet and sometimes muddy surfaces. I under pronate and I am pleased with the Ghost 5.

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

          Excellent Shoe

          By DCarbee

          from Texas

          About Me Avid Athlete

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Cushions Impact
          • Durable
          • Lightweight
          • Responsive

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Dry Weather
            • Endurance Training

            My only critical thing to say about the Ghost 5 is that it seems us "fat-feeters" are stuck with the blue. When are color options going to be available for the wider shoe style? I will stick with this shoe because I REALLY enjoy them; however, wish I could have an option to go with another color.

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

            Love my Ghosts!

            By Steve

            from Easton, PA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

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

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Dry Weather
              • Endurance Training
              • Wet Weather

              Great, snug fit. No black and blue or cracked toenails, as I've had with other shoes.

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

              Walking on clouds

              By Britt

              from Wv

              About Me Avid Athlete

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Cushions Impact
              • Durable
              • Good Traction
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Gym
                • Walking

                Extremely comfy.

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

                Best Running Shoe YET!

                By Shaun

                from Columbia <SC

                About Me Avid Athlete

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Cushions Impact
                • Durable
                • Good Arch Support
                • Good Traction
                • Responsive

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Dry Weather
                  • Endurance Training

                  Great Shoe, I weight 180 and run 30+ miles a week. Gonna run Ironman Louisville with the Ghost5!

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

                  (0 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  1.0

                  painful overlay

                  By Paul

                  from Pennsylvania

                  About Me Avid Athlete

                  Pros

                  • Cushions Impact

                  Cons

                  • Uncomfortable

                  Best Uses

                  • Trail Running

                  top of right shoe rubbed foot. very uncomfortable. runs small and a bit narrow.

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

                  (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Best shoes I have owned in a While

                  By J

                  from Schofield Barracks, HI

                  About Me Avid Athlete

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Cushions Impact
                  • Good Arch Support
                  • Responsive

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                      So I will start out by saying that I have been a New Balance/ Nike running shoe kid for about 13 years. Usuallly trying on 4 to 5 pairs each time that I go to purchase a pair. With the amount that I run and workout in and out of the gym, 6 months is about the life of my shoes regardless of the brand. This time around after my New Balance shoes looked horrible, my boss suggested getting Brook's running shoes. I had seen them at stores and read reviews online, but never gave them much thought. I ordered the Ghost 5's online (my first online shoe buy) based on the reviews and my boss's suggestions. I have been running about 25-30 miles a week plus other workouts and gym time and these Ghost's feel great. Lots of cushion for impact on the roads, good stability for running off the road, and comfortable also. I have no complaints in the month that I have had them so far. Great buy and I am looking forward to seeing if these make it longer than my last shoes did.

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

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