The Ghost used to have a more chunky, thick layer of DNA foam. The Brooks Ghost 11 does feel slightly different. In the Brooks Ghost 11, there are no seams, no overlays, and my feet can just chill without worrying about rubbing or being irritated by seams (technical, I know). You never want any running shoe toebox to feel tight, but for many, this isn’t comfortable or natural. Your feet are free-floating around in the top. The most common complaint from the Ghost is the lack of structure at the top. A few people have complained the toebox is slightly more narrow in the Brooks Ghost 11, but that hasn’t been an issue for me. I wear anything from a women’s 10-11 wide, and I’ve found the 10 wide to fit the best year after year. Like most of Brooks shoes, there is a double layer of mesh, which keeps air filtering through but also keeps dirt out.įit wise the Brooks Ghost has always been close to size. It uses new materials but maintains the breathability. There is plenty of stretch and structure and the newly engineered mesh upper but it feels lighter.Īs mentioned, the major update in the Brooks Ghost 11 comes in the upper. The Brooks Ghost 11 looks aesthetically looks better than previous years (What is better anymore in the running world? The Brooks Ghost is named “Ghost” because the engineered mesh upper practically disappears on your foot. Since the Brooks Ghost 10, the look and design have been changed the most. There is plenty of cushion, but the Brooks Ghost 11 is still light. (I guess they sent too many to bloggers?).Įach year, the Brooks Ghost is a consistent and reliable neutral shoe. I had hoped to get a pair of Brooks Ghost 11s in the New York City color, but I wasn’t able to order them through running specialty. I’ve worn the Ghost before, and one of my favorite pairs was the Brooks Ghost 9. Plus, the Brooks Ghost 11 made in wide and even double-wide too. The Brooks Ghost 11 feels comfortable when you try it on and has a full toe box. Anyone working in run specialty will tell you it’s one, if not the most sold neutral trainers. The Brooks Ghost 11 is one of the most common and traditional shoes out there.

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