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Women's Brooks Defyance 2

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Product Description:

Women's BROOKS® DEFYANCE 2 :: The women's Brooks® Defyance gives Neutral runners the glovelike fit and smooth heel-to-toe transitions of the Adrenaline GTS, Brooks #1selling Stability shoe. New, full-length BioMoGo gives you incredible cushioning that's a little more eco-friendly. 9.1 ounces

Category Type:

NEUTRAL [?]
If you have high arches and need minimal support, Neutral shoes are right for you. Your feet will guide themselves more naturally through each step for your perfect running gait. When choosing running shoes, find your perfect fit using this chart. Category types are based on factors like arch height, running habits and body frame.

! Endangered Shoe [?]

Specifications:

  • Predecessor Product Type:  Defyance
  • Shock Absorption: Heel and Forefoot|HydroFlow|
  • Toebox Width: Medium
  • Shoe Construction: STROEBEL
  • Midsole Material: MoGo|
  • Outsole Material: Carbon Rubber|
  • Upper Material: Mesh W/Synthetic Leather Trim|

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Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe
 
3.8

(based on 13 reviews)

Reviewed by 13 customers

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May

27

2010

 
4.0

Defyance

By PCookie

from Marietta, GA

About Me Avid Athlete

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Cushions Impact
  • Good Arch Support
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Narrow / Tight
  • Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

  • Pavement

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

I switched to this shoe when Brooks stopped making the Radius. Although the shoe is good, it is not as good as the Radius. I find the shoe wears out much faster and it is not as cushioned in the heel as I would prefer. I wear a normal width but it is slightly tighter than I prefer.

  • Sizing:
  • Feels true to size
  • Width:
  • Feels true to width
  • Arch Type:
  • High Arch

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Dec

17

2009

 
4.0

Ever since suffering a ...

By Anonymous

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

Ever since suffering a stress fracture this is the only shoe that works for me, no pain and I feel like I can run forever. The only problem is durability, 4 months and they are shot.

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Dec

23

2009

 
5.0

I love these shoes, but ...

By kittyann

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

I love these shoes, but was a little surprised that they need to be replaced so soon though. My current pair lasted me just over 4 months. Lovely and comfy so will definatley get another pair.

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Dec

26

2009

 
5.0

this shoe is awesome!!! ...

By lemoncakes

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

this shoe is awesome!!! they fit my feet perfectly better than an other shoe i've worn. i have two pairs already and i'm thinking about buying another because after one season, they're done.

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Apr

18

2009

 
3.0

i loved the first ...

By Anonymous

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

i loved the first defyance. they got rid of my knee problems--which i've had for ,10 years. so i was pretty excited to get my next pair, but these just weren't the same. they feel clunkier. i thought maybe they were bigger (they felt bigger), but side-by-side comparison with the 1st generation shows them to be the same length, at least on the outside. but inside, i mean, they kind of felt like clown shoes to me. and when i run, i feel like my foot slaps down. whereas with the first generation, it was a very smooth landing-rolling-transition.
i'm sure these would have been fine shoes, but i want GREAT shoes for this much money! (and now that i know that shoes can, in fact, make my knee problems disappear). i returned them. hopefully a different brand will solve my problems.

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May

20

2009

 
3.0

Liked the last model 100% ...

By Mary

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

Liked the last model 100% more than this. Please bring them back. Don't like these since I feel like they have broken down and I have less than 100 miles on them.

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Aug

2

2009

 
5.0

Like many others, I ...

By Sarah

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

Like many others, I prefer the 1st generation Defyance. The Defyance 2 looks clunkier and feels heavier. I returned the Defyance 2 and purchased the Ghost. I've been very pleased with the Ghost.

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Aug

16

2009

 
2.0

Although it is ...

By Chris

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

Although it is recommended that you get rid of your shoes after 350-500 miles, I had to retire this shoe after only 250 miles - the outsole on the heel actually began to peel off, and was literally flapping off of the shoe. I don't know if this has to do with the "go green" material Brooks is now using in its shoes, but I am not impressed.

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Aug

2

2009

 
2.0

I meant 2 stars for my ...

By Sarah

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

I meant 2 stars for my previous review - sorry for the confusion!

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Aug

27

2009

 
5.0

Love the shoes. They just ...

By Anonymous

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

Love the shoes. They just don't last and I have to replace them every four months.

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Feb

15

2009

 
5.0

I tried every single pair ...

By Anonymous

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

I tried every single pair of running shoes. I suffered from shin splints, and then received a stress fracture. Once I started wearing these Brooks, my shin splints went away and I have ran 3 marathons...Everyone is different, but Brooks are great shoes...

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Mar

2

2009

 
4.0

I love these shoes. The ...

By Terri

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

I love these shoes. The only thing I don't like is that they broke down quick. I had to buy another pair quicker than I thought I should for my size and mileage. They only lasted 4 months.

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Jan

27

2009

 
3.0

Got this as a replacement ...

By ron

from Undisclosed

Comments about Womens Brooks Defyance 2 Running Shoe:

Got this as a replacement for the Radius(my absolute favorite). I developed very bad knee pain about a month after starting to wear these and I am afraid to try to run in them again.

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1.    lemoncakes rated this product 5 stars
Sat, December 26,2009:
this shoe is awesome!!! they fit my feet perfectly better than an other shoe i've worn. i have two pairs already and i'm thinking about buying another because after one season, they're done.
2.    kittyann rated this product 5 stars
Wed, December 23,2009:
I love these shoes, but was a little surprised that they need to be replaced so soon though. My current pair lasted me just over 4 months. Lovely and comfy so will definatley get another pair.
3.    Anonymous rated this product 4 stars
Thu, December 17,2009:
Ever since suffering a stress fracture this is the only shoe that works for me, no pain and I feel like I can run forever. The only problem is durability, 4 months and they are shot.
4.    Anonymous rated this product 5 stars
Thu, August 27,2009:
Love the shoes. They just don't last and I have to replace them every four months.
5.    Chris rated this product 2 stars
Sun, August 16,2009:
Although it is recommended that you get rid of your shoes after 350-500 miles, I had to retire this shoe after only 250 miles - the outsole on the heel actually began to peel off, and was literally flapping off of the shoe. I don't know if this has to do with the "go green" material Brooks is now using in its shoes, but I am not impressed.
6.    Sarah rated this product 2 stars
Sun, August 02,2009:
I meant 2 stars for my previous review - sorry for the confusion!
7.    Sarah rated this product 5 stars
Sun, August 02,2009:
Like many others, I prefer the 1st generation Defyance. The Defyance 2 looks clunkier and feels heavier. I returned the Defyance 2 and purchased the Ghost. I've been very pleased with the Ghost.
8.    Mary rated this product 3 stars
Wed, May 20,2009:
Liked the last model 100% more than this. Please bring them back. Don't like these since I feel like they have broken down and I have less than 100 miles on them.
9.    Anonymous rated this product 3 stars
Sat, April 18,2009:
i loved the first defyance. they got rid of my knee problems--which i've had for ~10 years. so i was pretty excited to get my next pair, but these just weren't the same. they feel clunkier. i thought maybe they were bigger (they felt bigger), but side-by-side comparison with the 1st generation shows them to be the same length, at least on the outside. but inside, i mean, they kind of felt like clown shoes to me. and when i run, i feel like my foot slaps down. whereas with the first generation, it was a very smooth landing-rolling-transition. i'm sure these would have been fine shoes, but i want GREAT shoes for this much money! (and now that i know that shoes can, in fact, make my knee problems disappear). i returned them. hopefully a different brand will solve my problems.
10.    Terri rated this product 4 stars
Mon, March 02,2009:
I love these shoes. The only thing I don't like is that they broke down quick. I had to buy another pair quicker than I thought I should for my size and mileage. They only lasted 4 months.
11.    Anonymous rated this product 5 stars
Sun, February 15,2009:
I tried every single pair of running shoes. I suffered from shin splints, and then received a stress fracture. Once I started wearing these Brooks, my shin splints went away and I have ran 3 marathons...Everyone is different, but Brooks are great shoes...
12.    ron rated this product 3 stars
Tue, January 27,2009:
Got this as a replacement for the Radius(my absolute favorite). I developed very bad knee pain about a month after starting to wear these and I am afraid to try to run in them again.

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