![]() ![]() I liked the fun 80’s style graphic overlays on the midfoot and rearfoot of the Ghost 13 more than the all-business style upper of the Ghost 12. When picking up the Ghost 13, and seeing the dimpled DNA Loft all along the lateral side, I thought to myself that the Ghost now looks more similar to the top of the range Glycerin than ever before. So how does the Ghost 13 stack up against the other giants of the daily training category and is this a trainer that I would use in my shoe rotation? Brooks Ghost 13 First Impressions Most of the daily trainers have received sweeping updates which have improved them drastically and are all worthy upgrades of their predecessors. Out of the big five daily trainers which consists of the Pegasus, Cumulus, Ghost, Ride and 880, the Ghost 13 was the last to be released in 2020. It feels far more luxurious than any other mid-range everyday trainer. The Ghost feels like it could cost at least $20 more than its sticker price because of the materials that Brooks uses and even though the Ghost is not Brooks’ most expensive neutral trainer. The Ghost has in my mind always been the most refined of all the daily trainers. This strategy is so effective because Ghost loyalists can ease into the new model while still recognising older technologies from previous models.Ĭhange is good but it should be a slow evolution, rather than a rushed mutation. Since then, Brooks’ strategy when it comes to the Ghost series is to make small, incremental changes from year to year, rather than doing complete overhauls. The Ghost was born in 2008 when it replaced another neutral trainer called the Brooks Burn. When I choose a daily trainer for my shoe rotation, it has to have a plush, comfortable upper, a midsole cushioned enough for distances up to 25 kilometres and an outsole capable of lasting over 800 kilometres. ![]() It’s such an important battle because a big chunk of a company’s shoe sales come from their mid-tier daily trainers.Ī daily trainer is arguably the most important shoe in a runner’s shoe rotation because the bulk of their running is done in them. ≜ush Pod Configuration is a cushioned midsole/outsole design that sets the foot up for an efficient, balanced heel-to-toe transition.The battle of the daily trainers is now more fierce than ever before. ≛lown Rubber in the forefoot offers durability, responsiveness and flexibility. HPR Plus is a high abrasion-resistant rubber located in the heel for durable traction. Omega Flex Grooves have been deepened to enhance midsole flexibility without compromising cushioning. ≜aterpillar Crash Pad is a segmented crash pad that flexes with the foot, offering customized cushioning and stability for a smooth heel-to-toe transition. S-257 Cushsole is a midsole compound used as an insole to deliver even more cushioning and flexibility. BioMoGo DNA fuses BioMoGo midsole and DNA cushioning technology for a fully custom responsive ride that adapts to the needs of each and every runner, updated with a two piece construction to enhance a smooth, flexible ride. Forefoot DNA cushioning gel is a highly viscous liquid that changes to become more or less firm in response to each individual's weight, pace, biomechanics, and running environment. Rearfoot DNA cushioning gel is a highly viscous liquid that changes to become more or less firm in response to each individual's weight, pace, biomechanics, and running environment. The Ghost 13 is a moderate neutral shoe designed for daily training and high mileage. ![]()
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