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Women's Brooks Ghost 5

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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 33 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (27)
  • Cushions impact (22)
  • Arch support (18)
  • Breathable (18)
  • Lightweight (17)

Cons

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

Best Uses

  • Road running (22)
  • Pavement (4)
  • With orthotics/inserts (3)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      85% 

      (28 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      97% 

      (32 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (18), High arch (13)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (19), Gym rat (9), Casual/ recreational (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (30), Yes (3)

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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
                             
                            5.0

                            Brooks Convert

                            By Health Diva

                            from Portland,OR

                            About Me Avid Athlete

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

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

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Road Running

                              Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                              I am usually a Nike geek only, however, I LOVE these. They way they look and feel is great and I never thought you would get me to convert to another shoe type! great so far for my runner chick training.

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

                              Women's Ghost 5

                              By Sweet Ghost

                              from Fresno, CA

                              About Me Avid Athlete

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Comfortable
                              • Durable
                              • Good Arch Support
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Road Running

                                Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                                Very comfortable shoe, not much different from the Ghost 4. Good shoe to prevent suppination.

                                • Sizing:
                                • Feels true to size
                                • Width:
                                • Feels true to width
                                • Arch Type:
                                • High Arch
                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • Yes
                                 
                                4.0

                                No more pain...

                                By Jungle girl

                                from Cambridge, MD

                                About Me Avid Athlete

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Breathable
                                • Comfortable
                                • Cushions Impact
                                • Lightweight

                                Cons

                                • Wears Out Quickly

                                Best Uses

                                • Road Running

                                Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                                Suffered from pain in my arch that made running very uncomfortable for me. It was suggested that I try the Brooks Ghost, and I was finally able to run again without pain. I was very grateful to find a shoe that worked for me after suffering for over 3 years.

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

                                awesome shoe!

                                By dj

                                from chula vista,ca

                                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Comfortable
                                • Durable
                                • Lightweight
                                • Pronation Control

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Pavement

                                  Comments about Womens Brooks Ghost 5 Running Shoe:

                                  was training for my first half marathon...got my first pair to use during our training and got the same pair right before race day. has never given me a blister or any soreness. love them!

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

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