Brooks Ghost Max

Brooks · Road · Daily Trainer

Overall Score: 82/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 291 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 9.5 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: DNA Loft v3
  • Official Retail MSRP: €160 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • DNA Loft v3 midsole delivering responsive energy return
  • DNA Loft v3 cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Smooth heel-to-toe transition and secure midfoot lockdown

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Slightly more measured grip on wet painted road markings

Expert Review Sources

  • Running Lab : 88.3 / 100 — « Pairing Brooks's DNA Loft v3 platform with a 9.5 mm drop, the Ghost Max impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €160. »
  • OutdoorGearLab : 82.4 / 100 — « Across our daily trainer testing on road, the Brooks Ghost Max combines long-distance underfoot protection (a 9.5 mm drop) with a breathable, secure upper. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €160. »
  • RunRepeat : 78.6 / 100 — « The Brooks Ghost Max is like the regular Ghost but on steroids, offering a skyscraper-high midsole combined with a stable ride, especially for heel strikers. In our tests, we were impressed with its performance on long runs and easy days. And despite its substantial size, it's still surprisingly lightweight. The upper is really comfortable and it's well-ventilated, though it does fall short in durability and lacks a gusseted tongue. However, these are minor quibbles in what we found to be an excellent, fairly-priced maximalist option from Brooks, capable of devouring miles with ease. »

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