Runner's World Best Debut Dec '09

Women's Launch

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Style # 120060
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    Houston, we have an honor! Runner's World has awarded the Launch "Best Debut" in the Winter 2010 Shoe Guide in its December 2009 issue, on newsstands Nov. 4, 2009.


    With an incredibly flexible outsole and seamless transition, this lightweight neutral trainer will get you from start to finish, whether for a tempo run or in a race. Add to that the lower-profile midsole and minimal upper, and it's 3, 2, 1 . . . blast off!


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    Product Reviews

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    Launch
     
    4.9

    (based on 66 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (60)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (6)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (0)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (0)

    • 1 Stars

       

      (0)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Lightweight (41)
    • Comfortable (35)
    • Durable (27)
    • Responsive (21)
    • Cushions impact (16)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Distance / endurance (33)
      • Sports training (12)
      • Dry conditions (11)
      • Outdoors (10)
      • General fitness (9)
        • Sizing:
        • Feels full size too small

           

          Feels half size too small

           

          Feels true to size

           

          78% 

          (18 reviews)

          Feels half size too big

           

          Feels full size too big

           
        • Width:
        • Feels too narrow

           

          Feels true to width

           

          100% 

          (23 reviews)

          Feels too wide

           
        • Arch Type:
        • Average arch (9), High arch (8), Low arch (4)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (44)
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Competitive athlete (28), Enthusiast (26), Gym rat (6), Casual/ recreational (4)

      REVIEWS

      Reviewed by 66 customers

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      5.0

      Perfect Training and Racing Shoes

      By TX Runner Girl

      from Spring, TX

      About Me Avid Athlete

      Pros

      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Endurance Training

        Comments about Launch:

        I am a marathoner who is always looking for a great pair of shoes. Brooks Launch are the first pair of shoes that I have never had a blister with and I am now on my second pair. I will be buying these again and again. Mileage on the first pair was close to 300 miles.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        Love them!

        By Zumba Lover

        from Chesapeake, VA

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Launch:

              I love these shoes! They are so light and a perfect fit for my foot (small with a normal to high arch). After my workout, I find that my knees don't hurt like they did when I wore my old shoes.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              5.0

              Love these shoes!

              By runningismylife!

              from Pennsylvania

              About Me Competitive Athlete

              Pros

              • Durable
              • Lightweight
              • Sturdy

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Cross country
                • Endurance Training
                • Outdoors

                Comments about Launch:

                Before this shoe i had the Ghosts i liked those as well but these feel so much lighter on your feet. I love this shoe, i got the white and purple ones in July and that lasted until January and they are still in good shape. I ended up getting the same shoe but a different design for track this spring.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                great for marathons

                By crazyrunningchicks

                from Dickinson, ND

                About Me Avid Athlete

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Lightweight
                • Sturdy
                • Supportive

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Endurance Training
                  • Long Runs
                  • Road running

                  Comments about Launch:

                  I used my bright blue Launch shoes for marathon training going into the San Antonio Marathon. The shoes were lightweight but had just enough cushioning to support me during long runs. Seems that with other shoes, you have to sacrifice support for lightweight, I didn't feel that at all with these shoes. When I first started using them, the tongue did bunch up on me around mile 10 and would put pressure on the top of my foot. This happened twice, but relacing my shoes by looping through the top two laces (apparently, there is a *right* way to tie your laces for marathons) and this pulled the shoe around my foot better and kept the tongue from scrunching up. The shoes have lasted since October (it's currently the middle of January), while I have racked up long long long runs, including the November San Antonio marathon. I don't feel like they've broken down yet and am actually hoping they take me through spring training and into my next race. Additionally, tying up my shoes and seeing the shoelaces remind me to "Dig Deep" always puts a smile on my face!

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  5.0

                  Best Running Shoe

                  By Lauren

                  from Burlington, VT

                  About Me Gym Rat

                  Pros

                  • Light
                  • Sturdy
                  • Supportive

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Endurance Training
                    • General Fitness
                    • Outdoors
                    • Running
                    • Sports Training
                    • Strength Training
                    • Weight Loss

                    Comments about Launch:

                    I use these shoes for running, they are the most comfortable, supportive, lightweight shoes that I've ever owned. I will continue to buy only the launch.

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Race Ready

                    By Casey K.

                    from Bloomington, MN

                    About Me Gym Rat

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Great color
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Endurance Training
                      • General Fitness
                      • Outdoors
                      • Racing
                      • Running
                      • Walking

                      Comments about Launch:

                      I usually run on trails, but do 5K road races. I discovered that the shoes I was planning to wear for a road race didn't fit right. Bought these the night before the race. Wore them in the race. Noticed a couple of things. First, they were very light & comfortable. Second, normally, my feet hurt after a road race. Not anymore with the Launch!

                      I love this shoe and look forward to getting the next cool color combo when it comes out (assuming there is a new color in the works).

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      5.0

                      My favorite shoe

                      By Meggan

                      from Starkville, MS

                      About Me Competitive Athlete

                      Brooks Inspire Daily (I.D.) Member

                      Pros

                      • Light

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Breathable

                        Comments about Launch:

                        My all time favorite shoe! I can train, race, do anything in this shoe...and look good doing it!

                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No
                         
                        5.0

                        Best shoe ever

                        By Meggan

                        from Starkville, MS

                        About Me Competitive Athlete

                        Brooks Inspire Daily (I.D.) Member

                        Pros

                        • Easy To Use
                        • Sturdy

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Endurance Training
                          • General Fitness
                          • Outdoors
                          • Sports Training
                          • Strength Training
                          • Weight Loss

                          Comments about Launch:

                          Best training shoe ever. Lightweight and supportive!

                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • No
                           
                          5.0

                          Great shoe for supinators

                          By MTrunner

                          from Montana

                          About Me Avid Athlete

                          Pros

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                                Comments about Launch:

                                This is a really balanced shoe without a built up medial side. I've had problems with peroneal tendon tears due to supination. This shoe allows me to run pain free. Please Brooks do not add anything to build up the medial side when you update this shoe!!!!! It is perfect as is.

                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No
                                 
                                4.0

                                Love 'em!

                                By TriGirl

                                from Novi, MI

                                About Me Gym Rat

                                Pros

                                • Comfortable
                                • Good sizefit
                                • Great for long runs
                                • Sturdy

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Endurance Training
                                  • Sports Training

                                  Comments about Launch:

                                  I really enjoy running in these shoes. They fit my feet well!

                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                  • No

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