I finally decided to retire a pair of New Balance that were probably 10 years old. I took a break from running for a while so they weren't in use that whole time, but still, they were ready to be replaced now that I was starting to run again.
After a lot of personal recommendations and online research, I decided to go with these Brooks Glycerin 17. I was very hesitant about buying a shoe without trying it out first, but based on Amazon's great return policy I figured I had nothing to lose. To preface the below - I'm just over 40 and a thick build. Not obese, rather I'm just muscular/husky and definitely not the prototypical runner's body. So I need all the support and comfort I can get. I also have to take care of my knees and lower legs after a history of shin-splints (why I fell out of distance running years ago).
I unboxed the shoes and was so excited to get out and test them that I sent straight out for a 1.5mi run in them, right out of the box. They were not very comfortable and I ended up with some considerable shin and ankle pain for a few days after. I tried them again for another 1.5mi and I still felt a little discomfort but it was decreasing. It was then that I realized I needed to break-in my shoes and legs together before working them out. So, before running in them again, I wore them for probably 8-10 miles of walking around the neighborhood over a few sessions, and they began to conform to my feet better, and my legs got more used to those shoes as opposed to the old NB they were used to. I imagine that's similar with any shoe change, I just didn't think to do it previously.
I went back out a few days later for 1.5 miles and felt great. Each week I've slowly increased my distances and am feeling great now about 6 weeks later at about 3.5 mi.
I LOVE THESE SHOES! Very comfortable and supportive, even on this aging body. I got the normal width even though I have a slightly wider foot, and these still give room to flex and swell a little without getting tight.
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Product Description
SUPREME SOFTNESS
DNA LOFT provides a cushioned feeling underfoot without losing responsiveness and durability for comfort and protection.
PLUSH FIT
A flexible 3D Fit Print mesh upper and an interior liner stretches to adapt to your stride, surrounding your foot in softness.
SMOOTH TRANSITIONS
The DNA LOFT transition zone is engineered so you experience soft, smooth transitions from heel to toe, with every step.
Glycerin 17. Cushioned running shoes that go for miles.
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| Support or Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Experience Level | Cushion Level 2 of 3 | Energize Level 3 of 3 | Energize Level 3 of 3 | Cushion Level 2 of 3 | Cushion Level 3 of 3 |
| Experience Description | Soft and protective to cushion your every step | Responsive and springy to give lift to your every stride | Responsive and springy to give lift to your every stride | Soft and protective to cushion your every step | Soft and protective to cushion your every step |
| Recommended For | Speed / Track, Cross Training, Treadmill, Road | Long Distance, Speed / Track, Cross Training, Treadmill, Road | Long Distance, Speed / Track, Cross Training, Treadmill, Road | Long Distance, Cross Training, Treadmill, Road | Long Distance, Treadmill, Road |
| Midsole Drop | 10mm | 8mm | 8mm | 12mm | 10mm |
| Weight | 9.0oz / 255.1g | 11.2oz / 317.5g | 11.2oz / 317.5g | 10.4oz / 294.8g | 10.6oz / 300.5g |
BROOKS FIT GUIDE
CUSHION
Cushioned experience is soft and protective.
Level 1 - Minimal Cushion - Recommended for the runner looking for a softer run without too much cushion.
Level 2 - Medium Cushion - Recommended for the runner looking for a soft run with cushion.
Level 3 - High Cushion - Recommended for the runner looking for a very soft and protective cushion.
ENERGIZE
Energized experience is responsive and springy, adding extra lift to your stride!
Level 1 - Minimal Energize - Recommended for the runner looking for minimal spring in their stride without feeling damp.
Level 2 - Medium Energize - Recommended for the runner looking for a springy and responsive feeling stride.
Level 3 - High Energize - Recommended for the runner looking for a very springy and responsive stride.
CONNECT
Connected experience is lightweight and flexible to naturally feel your run!
Level 1 - Minimal Connect - Recommended for more natural feeling run with a little cushion.
Level 2 - Medium Connect - Recommended for the runner looking for natural feeling run and lightweight shoe.
Level 3 - High Connect - Recommended for the runner looking to feel connected to every stride for a very natural feeling run
Really good for my first ever real running shoes
These were my first ever running shoes and I really loved them. At first I started running in my everyday gym shoes, but eventually my feet and knees started to hurt. Getting these shoes entirely eliminated the pain in my feet and helped with my knees a lot too. After a couple months these shoes do seem to wear off especially when running on the road, the pain in my feet starts coming back and I do have to get the new ones, but all manufacturer's mention the distance-span limit upfront. I am a low intensity long-distance runner doing a couple hundred kilometres per month and right now I'm on my 3rd pair of this exact model. Despite it getting outdated, I don't really have any motivation to switch to the newer more expensive models. My main issue is the longevity because I don't want to be spending hundred $$ every couple months, but newer models don't offer any longer life-spans. The photo shows the condition of these shoes at the end of their running lifespan - so they are still in a perfect condition for biking or regular workouts. All-in-all great shoes.
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2020Size: 10 NarrowColor: Grey/BlueVerified Purchase
These were my first ever running shoes and I really loved them. At first I started running in my everyday gym shoes, but eventually my feet and knees started to hurt. Getting these shoes entirely eliminated the pain in my feet and helped with my knees a lot too. After a couple months these shoes do seem to wear off especially when running on the road, the pain in my feet starts coming back and I do have to get the new ones, but all manufacturer's mention the distance-span limit upfront. I am a low intensity long-distance runner doing a couple hundred kilometres per month and right now I'm on my 3rd pair of this exact model. Despite it getting outdated, I don't really have any motivation to switch to the newer more expensive models. My main issue is the longevity because I don't want to be spending hundred $$ every couple months, but newer models don't offer any longer life-spans.
Really good for my first ever real running shoes
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2020
The photo shows the condition of these shoes at the end of their running lifespan - so they are still in a perfect condition for biking or regular workouts. All-in-all great shoes.
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2019
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- FraserReviewed in Australia on October 3, 2022
Great service and product.
Size: 11 WideColor: Black/Blue/NightlifeVerified Purchase -
ThomasReviewed in France on August 29, 2022
Quel pieds ces runners! Très confortables ! Et celles si accroche sur surfaces humides !
Size: 8.5Color: Gecko Poseidon WhiteVerified Purchase - eddiej49Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2020
Comfort and Great Wear
Size: 6.5Color: Mazarine Blue NightlifeVerified Purchase
