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Women's BROOKS® GHOST 5 :: The only thing scary about women's Brooks® Ghost 5 running shoes is how comfy they make your feet feel. You may never want to take them off! You'll love the smooth ride that these trainers provide, and your legs will appreciate the superior shock absorbing ability the Ghost 5 delivers, thanks to a blend of gel and foam that cushions without feeling squishy. Ideal for everyday runners looking for a high-mileage training buddy. You're in good company when you pick the Ghost 5; these popular shoes were selected as an "Editor's Choice" for the Fall 2012 shoe guide in Runner's World. 8.8 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.

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Features & Benefits:

  • Do you want a balanced ride? Then you'll love the Ghost 5's Caterpillar, a full-length crash pad that uses segmented cushioning to both improve flexibility and create a smooth heel to toe transition with each step
  • Enjoy natural flexibility with the OmegaFlex Grooves at the midsole
  • Get a cushy layer of comfort that's also eco-friendly and biodegradable with the BioMoGo™ midsoles that stretch from your toes to your heels
  • Your feet will snuggle into breathable, comfy layers of Element mesh and lining, all secured by strategically placed synthetic upper overlays
  • Treat feet to an extra layer of cushioning with sock liners made from BioMoGo™
  • Expect a smooth, shock-free ride, thanks to DNA cushioning gel at the forefoot and rearfoot; this highly viscous liquid adapts to your body's unique weight, stride and pace
  • Experience improved traction and stability with outsoles crafted from lightweight and durable high abrasion-resistant blown rubber
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Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe
 
4.4

(based on 37 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (30)
  • Cushions impact (24)
  • Lightweight (20)
  • Arch support (19)
  • Breathable (19)

Cons

  • Uncomfortable (5)
  • Heavy (4)
  • Wears out quickly (3)

Best Uses

  • Road running (25)
  • Pavement (4)
  • With orthotics/inserts (3)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      84% 

      (31 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      95% 

      (35 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (21), High arch (14)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (22), Gym rat (9), Casual/ recreational (5)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (34), Yes (3)

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3.0

Not quite what I expected

By Muffintop

from Cincinnati, OH

About Me Avid Athlete

Verified Buyer

Pros

    Cons

    • Uncomfortable

    Best Uses

    • Road Running

    Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

    Looking for a replacement for my Pegasus 28s (29s didn't cut it and can't wait for the 30s to come out in August) I tried these because they worked for a friend who has often been happy with the same shoes I run in. Did not quite fit me right. I have a fairly wide toe but these were still sloppy in the toe box. Also, the collar seemed a little too short for the shoe and the laces were much too short (I like to do the heel-lock lacing using the extra holes). Overall not comfortable enough for me to even take out for a run, so I sent them back.

    • Sizing:
    • Feels half size too big
    • Width:
    • Feels too wide
    • Arch Type:
    • High Arch
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No
     
    5.0

    Awesome shoes, Light-weight, comfortable

    By NICU nurse

    from Metro Denver

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight
    • Pronation Control
    • Use Custom Inner-soles

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Walking

      Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

      The best shoe after wearing surgical boot for 4 months and resolving plantar fasccitis. Communication from supplier was frequent and quite creative. Delivery was delayed by weekend and holiday, but still reasonable

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width
      • Arch Type:
      • Average Arch
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      5.0

      Feels like they're not even on your feet

      By College Runner <3

      from Chula Vista, CA

      About Me Avid Athlete

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Cushions Impact
      • Fast
      • Good Arch Support
      • Good Traction
      • Lightweight
      • Pronation Control

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Road Running

        Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

        I absolutely love these shoes!! I am a college cross country and track athlete and they are perfect for my training on the pavement and dirt. The colors are great too!

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Arch Type:
        • Average Arch
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        Brooks Ghost 5 Review

        By Jackie

        from Sedalia, Colorado

        About Me Avid Athlete

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Lightweight
        • Pronation Control

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Road Running

          Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

          I would like to say that the shoes make me jump higher and run faster, but they don't - however, they are very comfortable and support my plantar fasciitis. These are my second pair.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Arch Type:
          • Average Arch
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          4.0

          Better in the gym/treadmill

          By Xtine76

          from San Diego

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Good Traction

          Cons

          • Heavy

          Best Uses

          • Gym

          Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

          Better for the treadmill and gym. Harder on the legs when outside.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Arch Type:
          • Average Arch
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          4.0

          Great shoes

          By Rebecca

          from Severn, MD

          About Me Avid Athlete

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

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

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Road Running

            Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

            I bought these shoes and the next week ran a 1/2 marathon. These shoes were higher up on my feet and I tied my laces too tight and got a small bruise (my fault) other than that I laced them up differently and now they are great!

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Arch Type:
            • Average Arch
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            4.0

            Great for a few hundred miles

            By Marathon Trainee

            from Seattle, WA

            About Me Avid Athlete

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

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

            Cons

            • Wears Out Quickly

            Best Uses

            • Road Running

            Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

            Very comfy but a bit bulky. When they're new they're awesome but they break down after a few hundred road miles.

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Arch Type:
            • Average Arch
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            5.0

            Classic ghost!

            By Love to run

            from Charleston, SC

            About Me Avid Athlete

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Road Running

                Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                I run about 25 miles per week & Ghost is my go-to shoe. This is my second pair of 5's. I love them! Mixed feelings about the 6 coming out in July!

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width
                • Arch Type:
                • Average Arch
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                5.0

                runnin' wild, lost control

                By Candyland

                from small town Pa. (body) NYC (soul)

                About Me Avid Athlete

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Comfortable
                • Cushions Impact
                • Durable
                • Fast
                • Good Arch Support
                • Good Traction
                • Lightweight
                • Pronation Control

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Road Running

                  Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                  I run 40 miles a week at 58 years old with back, hip and knee problems, I also pronate. I need really GOOD shoes. I knew after trying a pair of these on they might be good but until you start running in them you never know. Truly one of the best shoes I've ever worn, still new so hoping they wear well and keep the cushion. A super shoe, thinking about buying another pair and sitting them on the shelf for next time.

                  RRS is one of the most efficient, courteous and decent online sports companies I've dealt with through the years, as good as the shoes they sell.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width
                  • Arch Type:
                  • Average Arch
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  5.0

                  Great Trainer Shoe in Wide Width

                  By Texas Speedchick

                  from Texas

                  About Me Avid Athlete

                  Pros

                  • Breathable
                  • Comfortable
                  • Cushions Impact

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • With Orthotics/Inserts

                    Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                    About me: Run 20 miles per week. Had Plantar Fasciitis Release Surgery in 11/10. Wear custom orthotics to run in. Trained and ran a half in these shoes nailing a PR. Have about 225 miles on these shoes.

                    I had never tried Brooks before and was a Peagus Nike girl. Hubby had some Ghost 3 that I heard all the time how awesome they were. I needed a wide shoe which limits my options. Once I saw the Ghost had a wide I gave it a try.

                    The shoe is very comfortable and fits my custom orthotics very well. I feel they have more cushion than the Pegasus. I run on pavement and also on a dirt median and have had no trouble bringing these on this dirt surface.

                    The shoe hugs my orthotic keeping it where I need it for support. I have not had issues with Plantar Fasciitis with this shoe. It seems pretty light but with my orthotics they are more heavy but I still feel pretty light with them on.

                    Overall this is a good work horse type shoe. I did lots of long runs training for my half and wore them at my race. I also placed in my age group in a 5K recently with them so you can move in them.

                    I feel I got a lot for my money. They are not exciting or sexy, but they get me down the road and back with cushion and support.

                    I plan to get another pair soon since I am getting up in miles on them fast.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Arch Type:
                    • High Arch
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Happy Feet

                    By Money Sage

                    from NY

                    About Me Gym Rat

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Road Running

                      Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                      I run outside several times a week on rolling hills of pavement and have been struggling to pass the the three mile mark before tendinitis gets the better of me. Bye bye tendinitis and bye bye Saucony Hurricanes. Love my Ghosts

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • High Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      5.0

                      Great sneaker !

                      By SK

                      from Swampy , MA

                      About Me Gym Rat

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Breathable
                      • Comfortable
                      • Cushions Impact
                      • Durable
                      • Fast
                      • Good Arch Support
                      • Great with Jeans
                      • Lightweight

                      Cons

                      • none

                      Best Uses

                      • With Orthotics/Inserts

                      Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                      Awesome !

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • Average Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      5.0

                      Amazing

                      By Lil G

                      from Ojai, CA

                      About Me Avid Athlete

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Breathable
                      • Comfortable
                      • Cushions Impact
                      • Durable
                      • Fast
                      • Good Arch Support
                      • Good Traction
                      • Great with Jeans

                      Cons

                      • Nothing

                      Best Uses

                      • Road Running

                      Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                      They are absolutely perfect!!! Amazing shoes!! Highly recommended! I had ankle pains, now I barley have an irritation with them and have ran 8 miles non stop feeling great!!!

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • High Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • Yes
                       
                      5.0

                      great shoe!

                      By King Con

                      from San Diego

                      About Me Casual/ Recreational

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Lightweight

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • With Orthotics/Inserts

                        Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                        Need a good tennis shoe for traveling

                        • Sizing:
                        • Feels true to size
                        • Width:
                        • Feels true to width
                        • Arch Type:
                        • Average Arch
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No
                         
                        5.0

                        Ghost brooks

                        By Ann Marie

                        from Co

                        About Me Gym Rat

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

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

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Road Running

                          Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                          Great, comfortable shoes!

                          • Sizing:
                          • Feels half size too small
                          • Width:
                          • Feels true to width
                          • Arch Type:
                          • Average Arch
                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • No
                           
                          4.0

                          Ghost womens running shoe

                          By Basilisk

                          from Vista/Oceanside, California

                          About Me Casual/ Recreational

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

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

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Road Running

                            Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                            I have only been running with them for three weeks, but so far they are working out great. I mainly run on pavement with them. The comfort and support is great. I haven't tried them on trails or gravel yet. My feet don't hurt when I'm done running. I don't get shin slints anymore. I knee hurts sometimes, but I think that is because I am just starting to run. So far I haven't had much to complain about for this shoe.

                            • Sizing:
                            • Feels true to size
                            • Width:
                            • Feels true to width
                            • Arch Type:
                            • High Arch
                            • Was this a gift?:
                            • Yes
                             
                            5.0

                            Most comfortable shoe yet!

                            By KelBel

                            from Baltimore, MD

                            About Me Avid Athlete

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Breathable
                            • Comfortable
                            • Good Traction

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                                Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                                Have had this pair of shoes for 3 weeks now and through several runs and cross training activities, has been very comfortable and exactly what I was looking for!

                                • Sizing:
                                • Feels true to size
                                • Width:
                                • Feels true to width
                                • Arch Type:
                                • Average Arch
                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No
                                 
                                4.0

                                Good middle of the road trainer

                                By Dealing with Plantar Faciitis

                                from San Diego, CA

                                About Me Avid Athlete

                                Pros

                                • Comfortable
                                • Good Arch Support
                                • wide toe box

                                Cons

                                • Need More Cushioning

                                Best Uses

                                • Road Running

                                Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                                I've been a Brooks fan for some time since they seem to have attributes that I like - wide toe box and good arch support. The last Ghost I had was the 2, and these are similar to that version. I would recommend these for trainers up to marathon distance, however, I've recently developed Plantar Faciitis, and because of this I am switching to a shoe with a bit more cushioning.

                                • Sizing:
                                • Feels true to size
                                • Width:
                                • Feels true to width
                                • Arch Type:
                                • Average Arch
                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No
                                 
                                5.0

                                Brooks Ghost 5 Fits Wonderfully!

                                By Flygirl

                                from Rock Hill, SC

                                About Me Gym Rat

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Breathable
                                • Comfortable
                                • Good Arch Support
                                • Lightweight

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Gym

                                  Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                                  I use these shoes in the gym every day and they have great arch support and are lightweight! I love them!

                                  • Sizing:
                                  • Feels true to size
                                  • Width:
                                  • Feels true to width
                                  • Arch Type:
                                  • High Arch
                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                  • No
                                   
                                  5.0

                                  Great shoe

                                  By Mollybug

                                  from Hiuntington Beach CA

                                  About Me Avid Athlete

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Comfortable
                                  • Cushions Impact
                                  • Good Arch Support

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Road Running

                                    Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                                    This shoe has helped with my foot cramps and calf/Achilles problem with the first run. I would recommend them to anyone that needs a nuetral shoe. I run approx 20-25 miles a week.

                                    • Sizing:
                                    • Feels true to size
                                    • Width:
                                    • Feels true to width
                                    • Arch Type:
                                    • High Arch
                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                    • No

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