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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 122 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (83)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (27)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (6)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (109)
  • Cushions impact (100)
  • Lightweight (76)
  • Responsive (56)
  • Good traction (52)

Cons

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

Best Uses

  • Distance / endurance (60)
  • Dry conditions (59)
  • Walking (33)
  • Gym (31)
  • Trail running (21)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      91% 

      (109 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      92% 

      (108 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (90), Low arch (15), High arch (14)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (76), Casual/ recreational (25), Gym rat (17)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (115)

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

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
                 
                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

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