Runner's World Editor's Choice Mar '10

Women's Glycerin 8

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$84.00
Style # 120068
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    Sweet! Runner's World deemed Glycerin® 8 "Editor's Choice" in its Spring 2010 Shoe Guide in the March 2010 issue.

    Cushioning gets cushier in the new Glycerin® 8. Brooks DNA makes its debut and raises the neutral bar by delivering a customized ride for runners of all sizes and speeds. Working with BioMogo, Brooks DNA responds to your every step, dispersing impact and providing ideal comfort and protection as the pace changes. If asked for the secret to your improved endurance, just tell 'em it's genetic.

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    Glycerin 8
     
    4.4

    (based on 131 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (84)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (34)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (3)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (3)

    • 1 Stars

       

      (7)

    92%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Durable (58)
    • Comfortable (52)
    • Lightweight (30)
    • Cushions impact (29)
    • Easy to use (26)

    Cons

    • Heavy (5)
    • Wears quickly (4)

    Best Uses

    • Distance / endurance (64)
    • General fitness (52)
    • Outdoors (25)
    • Sports training (20)
    • Walking (18)
      • Sizing:
      • Feels full size too small

         

        Feels half size too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        78% 

        (25 reviews)

        Feels half size too big

         

        Feels full size too big

         
      • Width:
      • Feels too narrow

         

        Feels true to width

         

        97% 

        (30 reviews)

        Feels too wide

         
      • Arch Type:
      • High arch (16), Average arch (11), Low arch (4)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Enthusiast (52), Casual/ recreational (33), Gym rat (31), Competitive athlete (9)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (96), Yes (8)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Amazing running shoe

    I'm training for a 1/2 marathon in Oct. My old running shoes were giving me shin splints & I was beginning to dread going for a run. I was fitted at ...Read complete review

    I'm training for a 1/2 marathon in Oct. My old running shoes were giving me shin splints & I was beginning to dread going for a run. I was fitted at [...] and these shoes were the best out of the other 2 (Saucony & Adidas) I tried on. On my very first run with them NO SHIN SPLINTS!! I run around my neighborhood so mainly concrete and the comfort level was great & not once did I worry about my shoes; I was able to completely focus on my run.I highly recommend this shoe and for those women who are neutral, the pink insoles along with the shoe work FANTASTIC! Also, the shoe fits great as I have a narrow foot width.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Poor Quality

    I am very disappointed in my Glycerin 8s. I have always worn the Glycerin 7s, and love them. But after 40 miles, the wear on the soles look worse than my shoes with ...Read complete review

    I am very disappointed in my Glycerin 8s. I have always worn the Glycerin 7s, and love them. But after 40 miles, the wear on the soles look worse than my shoes with more than 350 miles on them

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    5.0

    Best Running Shoes Ever!

    By Josie

    from Chicago, IL

    About Me Gym Rat

    Pros

    • Multifunctional
    • Sturdy

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Endurance Training
      • General Fitness

      Comments about Glycerin 8:

      It is hard to find good running shoes if you have wider feet like me, I love my Brooks, they are a perfect fit!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      4.0

      5th pair ordered- dissappointed

      By Loyal customer

      from Denver, CO

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Glycerin 8:

            These have been my go to shoes for over a year, have been replacing every 3 months as trying to heal a foot injury. I just ordered my 5th pair and the left shoe feels significantly different than the right, and of course it's my left foot that has the injury and it's making it worse. Not sure if Brooks will do anything as ordered this last pair during emergency travel (father hospitalized) and had to wear them outside. Frustrated :(

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            5.0

            Love these shoes!

            By Marathon Mom

            from Las Vegas

            About Me Avid Athlete

            Pros

            • Sturdy

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Endurance Training
              • Sports Training

              Comments about Glycerin 8:

              This is the third pair of glycerin brooks shoes I have bought and I once again love them. I have tried Nike, New Balance, and a few different styles of Asics. The Brooks Glycerin has been the best for me. I am a neutral runner and I like to race 2-3 races a year. I usually race half-marathons and marathons. The glycerins have been the best on my feet and great for my knees too.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              5.0

              great running shoe

              By anne

              from palm city fl

              Pros

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Glycerin 8:

                    i take a size 7 ordered 7 1/2 worked out well need 1/2 size larger with this shoe

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Second Time Buyer....Love This Shoe!!!!

                    By Lady Gym Rat

                    from Charlotte, NC

                    About Me Gym Rat

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Great Support
                    • Lightweight
                    • Multifunctional
                    • Sturdy

                    Cons

                    • No cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Endurance Training
                    • General Fitness
                    • Intense Endurance Trainin
                    • Strength Training

                    Comments about Glycerin 8:

                    Use this shoe during Intense Duration & Strength Training with a Personal Trainer 3 times a week and on additional days for Cardiovascular exercising. Love the support and light weight of the shoe!!!! Great aeration too. This is my second time purchasing this Brook shoe. Love it!!!!!

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Great shoe

                    By Ashley

                    from San Antonio, TX

                    About Me Competitive Athlete

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Sturdy

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Endurance Training

                      Comments about Glycerin 8:

                      These shoes did great on my last 20 miler. I love them!

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      2.0

                      Not what I thought.

                      By Krisp

                      from Robertsville, MO

                      About Me Avid Athlete

                      Pros

                      • Good price

                      Cons

                      • Arch support was too high

                      Best Uses

                        Comments about Glycerin 8:

                        Just sent my Glycerin 8's back today. The arch support was uncomfortable so I changed the insert and it felt like there was a ball in the forefoot.

                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No
                         
                        5.0

                        brooks glycerin

                        By Loretta

                        from Wyoming

                        About Me Casual/ Recreational

                        Pros

                        • Easy To Use
                        • Lighweight
                        • Multifunctional
                        • Sturdy

                        Cons

                        • Heel tag would help

                        Best Uses

                        • General Fitness
                        • Outdoors
                        • Sports Training

                        Comments about Glycerin 8:

                        everyday wear
                        lightweight
                        recommended for orthotics
                        a heel tag to help pull the shoe on would be nice

                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • Yes
                         
                        4.0

                        great shoe

                        By Linda the Runner

                        from Yreka, CA

                        About Me Casual/ Recreational

                        Pros

                        • Sturdy

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Endurance Training
                          • General Fitness
                          • Outdoors

                          Comments about Glycerin 8:

                          The running shoe felt like I was lighter on my feet when I ran for the first time. I have been enjoying them each time I go out.

                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • Yes
                           
                          4.0

                          Great shoe for distance runners

                          By Katsap

                          from Los Gatos, CA

                          About Me Competitive Athlete

                          Pros

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Distance endurance

                              Comments about Glycerin 8:

                              I bought these shoes for my daughter for training as a college track athlete - she is a sprinter. She reports that the Brooks are great construction/quality and fit, but are just too heavy for sprinting - best for distance/endurance training.

                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • No

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