I have high expectations for miles out of my shoes and all signs point to this version being no different than the high mileage I've gotten out of previous versions. Most people change out shoes quicker, and I find Ghost can handle those high miles before needing to be replaced. As an XL runner, getting 500 miles out of a shoe is pretty good. One thing that has separated the Ghost for me and kept me in Ghost all these years is that if I don't get 500 miles out of a pair, I'm shocked. Medium cushion, mid-price point shoes are going to be our comparables for the Ghost 14, such as the Saucony Ride, Mizuno Wave Rider, or New Balance 880. Paved and dirt roads and all have been great in the Ghost 14. I've done distances of 1 mile to 5 miles so far. This is a win, meaning the arch support of the Ghost works perfectly for me. When thinking about arch support and the Ghost 14, I don't notice anything good or bad about it, just an extremely comfortable shoe. The cushion isn't too soft and the extra ankle room is a bonus. This is key for me! The Ghost 14 is a very stable shoe. Even under the extra stress of running while pushing an additional 125+ pounds, I felt stable, supported, and had additional push-off power with no slippage or issues. When you're pushing behind the chair, you don't want any wiggle inside your shoe. I've pushed with them several times in the Ghost 14's now and felt nice stability. Phew!ĭuring some of my wear testing runs, I was pushing an Angel Rider as an Angel Runner for Ainsley's Angels, a program that helps to ensure that everyone can experience endurance events.

I experienced no slipping, rubbing, or hot spots. In this case, I used standard width and up a half size and they feel great. I normally wear a wide width but sometimes go up a half size in regular width. I'm an XL runner so the extra love on the cushion is much appreciated and not making it soft or heavier is perfect. Not sure what voodoo they used to hit all these areas but well done (turns out, it's that Brooks is now using DNA LOFT cushioning throughout the ENTIRE midsole). Somehow it feels better cushioned, but not too soft, and the shoe feels lighter. Softer and lighter than before! The cushioning of the Ghost 14 was one of the first things I noticed on my run. Something I didn't know I was missing in my life but I do really like the new feel. For the Ghost 14, I did notice there is more room around the ankle.

I normally wear a wide shoe but have (and in this case) gone up a half size in regular width to get a shoe that fits right. Will they break my heart again? My first comment when I put these on was 'ohhhhh I like these'. Still, every year when I try on the newest model I get nervous. We broke up for a while but eventually made amends with the following model. But there was this dark period a few years ago when one of the models was bad. WEIGHT: 8.9oz/255g women's, 9.9oz/281g men'sĪdmittedly, I am a Ghost fan and have been for several model years now. The upper continues to be constructed of engineered mesh so it will be a familiar feel to our Ghost lovers.Īll in all the changes this year seem to take into consideration the wants of runners combined with advancement in foam technology. Instead, it feels like the shoe Ghost fans have come to love and expect with just a softer ride. Previous Ghost models had a mix of DNA LOFT cushioning and BioMoGo DNA foam.ĭespite the plush foam, the cushioning doesn't feel TOO soft according to our reviewer PJ. The Ghost 14's midsole is now 100% DNA LOFT foam, similar to that of the Brooks Glycerin. What we do find interesting here at The Lab, however, are the changes Brooks made to the midsole of their flagship shoe. Never heard of the Brooks Ghost? Unlikely.Īs a long-time staple in the running community, nearly everyone knows about the infamous Brooks Ghost.

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