Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

I am 6'1" 165lbs and run 30-35 miles a week. Recent 5K time of 19:25. Previously ran in ASICS Gel Landrith 7. Wanted to transition to a flatter shoe to get a more efficient foot strike. Have over 100 miles in the PureFlow2 and absolutely love them.
I used a build up approach over several weeks to transition into the PureFlow2, but now run in them everyday - typically 5-6 miles at 6:30-7:00 min pace. I am getting a very efficient mid-foot landing with good cushion. Plus these shoes are very light. The only negative is the poor traction on wet asphault or concrete (no problem on dry surfaces or wet packed dirt trails) - otherwise I would have given 5 stars.
If you are looking to transition to a flatter shoe, I would highly recommend the PureFlow2.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Bought these for my transition from cushion to minimalist running. The drop from 12mm to 6mm toe to heel offset seems perfect, but the surprise was the extra power I got from freeing the big toe due to the extra width in the toe box.
More stable, better push off. Couldn't be happier.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Nice shoes! Thanks for helping me find them.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Shoes felt comfortable when put on, but after one minute of running my calves were is sharp pains. Had to take off shoes and walk home. Switched into pair of Saucony Kinvaras went right back out to run and was fine. Never had that happen with shoes before.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Great shoe. I use it as a workout shoe and occasional runner, prefering my Brooks Ghost as my primary running shoe on pavement. My review is based on my use, which is not purely running.

I got the Pureflow to try and give my foot more exercise in an attempt to help strengthen it and reduce my plantar fasciitis. Initially my feet were tired and sore after wearing these for a few hours, but now they are fine. Great shoe to just wear around town, go to the gym, and run on. Perfect for cross training in gym: bike, treadmill, weights.

These are very lightweight, and the fabric is very breathable. Almost too breathable when the weather is cool and rainy. Water goes right thru the fabric, with no hesitation.

Asymetric lacing pattern takes a while to get used to, getting the fit just right, but you figure it out.

The Pureflow 2 has the least arch support of all the Pureflow models in my opinion, and the toe box feels the widest as well. The Pure Connect is much more snug fitting, with noticable arch support, and not nearly as roomy feeling (think track shoe/spikes). Given the snug fit and arch support, the Connect were not what I was looking for, but the Flow were perfect.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

I really liked the Pure Flow 1(PF1). I ran over 300 miles before the mesh near my small toe started to rip on both shoes. I believe 50-100 miles were left in the shoes if not for the tears. I emmediately went to the store in pursuit of the PF2. I immediately noticed the shoe runs a 1/2 size smaller. Not a big deal if you figure this out prior to purchasing the shoes. I then realized the PF2 is more narrow than the PF1. Once again, not an issue if your feet are average width. I took them home and ran 7 miles right out of the box. No issues at all. No break in time needed. I also noticed the lace design changed from traditional to offset. This didn't change the fit of the shoes. I highly recommend this shoe to those who don't heel strike. Awesome.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

They put a 4mm wide strip on the top of the toe box for style. The strip starts in the front center and continues out and up to the eyelets. that strip rubbed the top of my toe raw on a 10 mile run.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

This is my training shoe. I put them and just started my session as normal. Second run was a 20 miler with no pain; hot spots or issues

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Love these shoes. I've been running in New Balance Minimus for road running for the last couple of years and wanted to get more cushioning. It took a few runs to get used to the extra cushioning but now I don't want to run in anything else. My legs feel less tired after runs and I feel more efficient. Very happy with them.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Great shoe. Felt good in last 5k

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

I ran a three mile trail run the first time out with these, they felt comfortable so I did a 12 mile road run the next day finding them to be comfortable, flexible and just enough cushioning for the run. I continue to use these for about 20 to 30 miles of my runs each week.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Just so comfortable and light. Great fit for a wide foot since Nike Free are no longer wide enough with new styling across the top of the shoe.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Love this shoe. It is my fourth pair since the show was launched just over a year ago.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

I've been searching for a minimal shoe with enough cushion to rack up miles in and I think I've finally found the one.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

I run in Brooks and Saucony shoes for years and always felt these two brands were the best for fit and durability. I switched from Brooks Ghost and Glycerin to the PureFlow 2 to try out the minimalist type running shoe. The shoe does run slightly narrow and there are some pinch points on the top of my foot and at the (big) toe but it only affects my left foot. When I run however I really don't feel any pinch points. It's only when I'm standing in them. They feel great when running and probably the best shoe I ever ran in. The PureFlow 2 is light weight with some cushion to soften the blows when hitting the pavement. The heel sits lower and when I first wore them they felt weird but it did help me with a mid-foot strike and less of a heel strike. They also seem to help me with running up-hill. I switch back and forth to my Glycerins to the PureFlow 2 and I easily take off 30 seconds from my mile pace. My only complaint is that I put 71 miles on the PureFlow 2 and they are already showing wear on the heel. I would like to get more than 100 to 150 mile out of them especially when I'm use to getting 300 to 500 miles out of my other Brooks shoes. Maybe that is the price you pay for the minimalist.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

If you came from wearing the first generation of the flows, you will walk away feeling a little to confined in these in comparison. I don't feel my toes have the room to move around like the flow 1s. Also, I liked the tounge in the first gen more in that the shoe was easy on and easy off. Now the new upper makes the shoe more difficult to put on.

They also seem to be less flexible compared to the first generation. Im going to return these for either the connect or some other brand.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

I was a fan of the first version, with these carrying over the great sole while improving the upper. I particularly love the new tongue and lacing. Highly recommend.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

Tight fit. Narrow in the toe box compared to the PureFlow 1

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

I just switched over from a 3-year run with Asics and found the teansition to be seamless. The lightest sneaker I've ever run in and feels like a mid-weight shoe! The only drawback is I'm seeing a tendancy to revert to mid-to-heel strike vs. mid-to-ball strike.

Comments about Mens Brooks PureFlow 2 Running Shoe:

5/11 180lbs male runner 25 miles a week. Ran in the original Flow for over a year, went through three pairs. These are better than the originals in that the upper is a bit more comfortable without being constrictive. Lower and mid are the same, feels like the first iteration on the bottom, more elastic and form fitting on top, while having the same wide toebox. I tossed the laces Brooks sent for a pair of lock laces...even better. Bottom line: buy these while you can! Phenomenal shoe.