Brooks Women’s Ghost 11 Balanced Running Shoes
Last updated: July 6, 2022
We looked at the top Women's Running Shoes and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Women's Running Shoe you should buy.
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Expert Reviews
What reviewers liked
Newbies love its comfy cushioning, marathon vets pick it for pounding out high-mileage weeks, and road runners like its quick, smooth ride.
I really like the meshed upper material that breathes well and stretches as your feet expand and shrink due to external factors and varying effort levels.
Solid and dependable. Plush upper. Smooth ride. Comfortable fit.
The Ghost 11 packs greater versatility at a lower cost. It’s lighter and better ventilated.
The Brooks Ghost 11 is an everyday trainer with enough cushion for most distances. At a competitive price point, the shoe delivers a of positives.
What reviewers didn't like
The only negative that cropped up in our test was that the Ghost 11 did fall a few points in stability from its 10th iteration.
Some note the mesh upper is not as durable as claimed.
Heel to Toe Drop could be a bit lower.
High heel-toe offset may not be right for all runners
The shoe is heavy compared to current industry standards.
Narrow toe box. Not as soft as previous models. Upper lacks some structure.
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