Brooks Women's Ghost 8

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,067 ratings
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Size Chart
US Women's Glycerin 20 Neutral Running Shoe
Brand SizeUS SizeEU SizeUK Size
5535.53
5.55.5363.5
6636.54
6.56.537.54.5
77385
7.57.538.55.5
88396
8.58.5406.5
9940.57
9.59.5417.5
1010428
10.510.542.58.5
1111439
11.511.5449.5
121244.510
12.512.54510.5
131345.511

Product details

Fabric type
Synthetic-and-mesh
Outer material
Mesh
Closure type
Lace-Up

About this item

  • BioMoGo DNA midsole provides custom comfort
  • Heel and forefoot pivot posts give you ultimate control
  • Full-length Segmented Crash Pad allows smooth transitions
  • Forefoot ballistic rock shield adds extra protection
  • Moisture-management mesh upper lets your feet breathe
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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.81 x 7.87 x 11.81 inches; 8.96 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 120193 1B 431
  • Department ‏ : ‎ womens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ May 28, 2015
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Brooks
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00QH47PLK
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,067 ratings

Product Description

Experience flexible stability from the inside out with the new Provision 2.0. Innovative StabiliPod technology provides a tripod of stability by boosting support in the medial, lateral and heel of your foot. A built-in stability wedge slopes down from the medial to lateral sides of the foot to provide extra support and prevent excess pronation. Innerflex technology utilizes grid-like flex grooves in the midsole to let your foot flex where it needs to for more speed and stability. And like every Altra shoe, the Provision 2.0 features a FootShape toe box that lets your toes relax and spread out for a more comfortable, stable run and a fully cushioned Zero Drop platform that encourages natural running form and a low-impact foot strike. Run fast, free and stable with the new Provision 2.0.

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
1,067 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the comfort, quality and arch support of the shoes. For example, they mention that they're super comfortable, supportive for running and that the sole is the best. That said, they appreciate the color, value, and performance. That being said, opinions are mixed on the fit and durability.

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336 customers mention295 positive41 negative

Customers like the comfort of the shoes. They say they are super comfortable right out of the box, and that they are supportive for running. They also mention that they have good cushioning, and there's no rubbing of the heel or ankle. Overall, most are satisfied with the fit and feel that the shoes are comfortable and supportive for any activity.

"...I do not plan on distance running in this pair so I am very satisfied with the fit...." Read more

"...even without the inserts....and at the end of the day , your feet are not tired at all .... When your very active that speaks volumes for this shoe..." Read more

"...They are a comfortable goldilocks fit....not too tight, not too loose, but juuuuuuust right!..." Read more

"...There's a little more arch support than the Ariel's but they are comfortable and lighter weight...." Read more

178 customers mention172 positive6 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the shoes. They mention that it's a fantastic, perfect, and marvelous shoe. Some say that the sole is the best they've ever had. Overall, most are happy with the performance and comfort of the shoe.

"This is my third pair of Brooks shoes. They are amazing...." Read more

"...Great support, still lightweight -- it's definitely the best high-mileage shoe I've tried...." Read more

"...These are the best walking shoes I have ever owned. The arch support, width of the toe box and heel support is perfect right out of the box...." Read more

"...Otherwise it’s a fantastic shoe !!!!!" Read more

71 customers mention59 positive12 negative

Customers like the arch support of the shoes. They say it has good support for their ankles, and provides proper neutral support without being too heavy and clunky. Some mention that the shoes have amazing heel support and the interior padding is plush and built for comfort. Overall, most are satisfied with the arch and heel support of these shoes.

"...But there is ample support even without the inserts....and at the end of the day , your feet are not tired at all .... When your very active that..." Read more

"...They have plenty of support without going overboard in the arch and are breathable and airy...." Read more

"...Great support, still lightweight -- it's definitely the best high-mileage shoe I've tried...." Read more

"...These are the best walking shoes I have ever owned. The arch support, width of the toe box and heel support is perfect right out of the box...." Read more

61 customers mention61 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the color of the shoes. They mention that the style and color is vibrant and nice, they match whatever combo clothes they put on, and the brand and style continues to impress. The color is great-doesn't show the dirt yet is light enough as to not absorb heat. They also like the new flat laces.

"...Great fit , light , durable, very comfortable and love the styles and various colors to choose from.... My first pair is the Addiction.... And they..." Read more

"...I love the colors on them. Very pretty for spring and summer seasons. The online photos don't show the true colors of this shoe...." Read more

"...These shoes are extremely supportive and stylish. I can walk miles with no issues and no break in time. Love them!" Read more

"...1. I love the colors and how they look, they are very attractive to me. 2. I'm not completely satisfied with the fit...." Read more

41 customers mention35 positive6 negative

Customers like the value of the shoes. They say it's a great buy and a good sales experience.

"...made for all different types of feet and I assure you they are worth the money. You will not be sorry you made the investment...." Read more

"After finding these at such a great price on Amazon, I decided to order a pair and try them...." Read more

"...Are they worth the money? I feel they are made sturdier then some of the other brands like Nike or Adidas...." Read more

"...This is a good price-actually cheaper the the ghost 7 that Amazon is selling, and I'm very happy with my purchase." Read more

34 customers mention34 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the shoes. They mention that they are great for running, walking, and providing good traction and support. Some say that the shoes make them feel like they are walking on air and that they can walk miles with no issues.

"...These shoes are extremely supportive and stylish. I can walk miles with no issues and no break in time. Love them!" Read more

"...These shoes support my arches perfectly...." Read more

"...I have tried everything. These shoes felt like clouds as soon as I put them on...." Read more

"...I can run in them, and stay in them all day. They have good traction as well...." Read more

252 customers mention175 positive77 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the shoes. Some mention that the fit was true to size, while others say that it fits a bit snug. The toe box is wider than expected and makes them feel a little too big.

"...This is my second pair and I can't complain one bit . Great fit , light , durable, very comfortable and love the styles and various colors to choose..." Read more

"...They are a comfortable goldilocks fit....not too tight, not too loose, but juuuuuuust right!..." Read more

"...The online photos don't show the true colors of this shoe.They fit me a bit snug width wise mid shoe but I expect them to loosen up a bit the same..." Read more

"...The arch support, width of the toe box and heel support is perfect right out of the box...." Read more

70 customers mention40 positive30 negative

Customers are mixed about the durability of the shoes. Some mention that they hold up and remain pretty comfortable, while others say that they totally fell apart within 6 weeks of putting them on. The folds of the ankle uppers tend to wear down fairly quickly, and the soles wear out a bit too soon.

"...Great fit , light , durable, very comfortable and love the styles and various colors to choose from.... My first pair is the Addiction.... And they..." Read more

"...She said that the tread wore down awfully fast but I've seen the miles she's placed on them - I think they've held up rather well...." Read more

"...The construction in first class and they are durable and very lightweight. I will definitely be purchasing the 9 or 10 when these wear out!..." Read more

"...My major complaint is that within only a couple uses it started to tear on the lip where it meets the side of my ankle...." Read more

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I am very happy with these shoes. It was highly recommend by my Zumba ladies to get them. Loved the Metalic Charcoal color with the bright pinks and purples. It had great support which is what I was looking for because my feet were hurting from doing jumping jacks. I've only had them for a week so time should tell
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Jessica Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars Love these shoes!
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2016
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This is my third pair of Brooks shoes. They are amazing. I work in a field where I am on my feet and moving all day in addition to being a amateur runner and I could not survive without these shoes. No other shoes I have found work as well for me. However, if you are looking at getting a good pair of running shoes I advise you to do a little bit of research first. This shoe is great for me but I picked it based on my foot. The main thing you need to take into consideration before buying a running shoe are your arch and your pronation. If you are like me and have a medium arch (not high or low) and have no pronation (meaning your ankles don't lean in or out when running) then these just might be your perfect shoe! Either way Brooks is an amazing brand with many different shoes made for all different types of feet and I assure you they are worth the money. You will not be sorry you made the investment.
As for these shoes in particular, I have in the past gotten Brooks in a size 10 when normally I wear a 9 or 9 1/2. This is to allow some room for when your feet swell on a long run. However, these ones I bought for work and they did not have them in a 10 so I got them in 9. I was worried but they fit exactly as i would expect a size 9 to fit. I do not plan on distance running in this pair so I am very satisfied with the fit. I love the colors and the quality is what I expect from a Brooks shoe... which is fantastic.
Happy running!
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Gregg
5.0 out of 5 stars "BROOKS WINS"!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2016
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Awesome .... BROOKS WINNS FOR ME HANDS DOWN!!
This is my second pair and I can't complain one bit . Great fit , light , durable, very comfortable and love the styles and various colors to choose from.... My first pair is the Addiction.... And they are as comfortable as the Gohst 8 ...... I chose the Gohst this time because they are a little lighter and a bit different style .... Not much difference at all ..... But I like them ..... I will purchase Brooks from now on..... I have support issues and at times I wear prosthetics along with them for that reason. But there is ample support even without the inserts....and at the end of the day , your feet are not tired at all .... When your very active that speaks volumes for this shoe ... To me... And I'm 53 , maybe not as active as I would like but still active !!!😎
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars LoVe ThEsE!
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2016
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I bought a pair of ghost 6 shoes a few years ago at full retail price and they were the best shoes I had ever bought. When they finally started to break down and got too grungy (I wore them 5-7 days and weeks for and the least 12 hours a day for over 2 years) I was in a mild state of panic. Luckily I turned to my trusty amazon app and lo and behold! The new version was right there! It was even about 30 bucks less than the retail price so I have my pretty new shoes and they appreciate just apples great as the first ones. They are a comfortable goldilocks fit....not too tight, not too loose, but juuuuuuust right! They have plenty of support without going overboard in the arch and are breathable and airy. The construction in first class and they are durable and very lightweight. I will definitely be purchasing the 9 or 10 when these wear out! I might even just get another pair of these just in case!
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Gone to the dogs
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty colors and a nice lightweight shoe for sring and summer wear
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2016
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After finding these at such a great price on Amazon, I decided to order a pair and try them. After all, I could return them free if I didn't like them. I wasn't so sure I'd like this color combo but I was pleasantly surprised when they arrived. I love the colors on them. Very pretty for spring and summer seasons. The online photos don't show the true colors of this shoe.They fit me a bit snug width wise mid shoe but I expect them to loosen up a bit the same as the that I've had for about a year did. Ariel's did. I wear the Ariel's whenever I know I'll be walking on hard surfaces like you find in most retail stores and the big box warehouses. They're about a year old and fitting a little looser than when I got them. I have to wear thicker socks than I'll wear during the summer. Some of the reviews on these Ghost 8's indicated they run a bit narrow so I order them in wide and I'm glad I did as the medium width would have been too narrow for me especially in the toe box. These are just right in that area but a little snug mid shoe. There's a little more arch support than the Ariel's but they are comfortable and lighter weight.
I gave them four stars because the width feels narrow for a wide shoe.
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Anna
5.0 out of 5 stars Still the Best High-Mileage Shoe Out There | Runs a Little Bigger than Previous Versions
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2016
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I'm a half-marathon runner. The Brooks Ghost has been my go-to running shoe for years. There's a reason Runner's World magazine and Runner's magazine consistently rate it as one of the top all-around running shoes. Great support, still lightweight -- it's definitely the best high-mileage shoe I've tried.

The Ghost 8 seems to run a little bigger than the previous versions. My normal shoe size (for heels, flip flops, casual shoes, etc) is 7.5. I've been getting the Ghost in an 8.5 for years, so that's what I ordered. But in this case, I probably would have been fine with the 8. It's not a big deal, just a tiny bit looser than I would like, but there's no rubbing of the heel/ankle so it's fine. But if that sort of thing will drive you crazy, I definitely recommend ordering it just a 1/2 size over your regular shoe size.
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5.0 out of 5 stars These are the best walking shoes I have ever owned
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2016
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This is the third pair of Brooks Ghost series I have bought. They were purchased up on the recommendation of my chiropractor. These are the best walking shoes I have ever owned. The arch support, width of the toe box and heel support is perfect right out of the box. I have been reluctant to buy some of the Brooks shoes in the past as the styling has been a bit orthopedic. These shoes are extremely supportive and stylish. I can walk miles with no issues and no break in time. Love them!
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Donie
5.0 out of 5 stars Nothing can beat these
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 3, 2017
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These are now difficult to get as they seem to have been replaced. I can only say that they are my absolute all time favourite show. Super fit for orthotics and wear great.
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Cliente Amazon
4.0 out of 5 stars Muy bien
Reviewed in Spain on August 9, 2017
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No las había probado nunca pero me están dando buen resultado y lo suficientemente anchas de horma como para no hacer daño en "el juanete"; Espero que duren mucho tiempo.
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Mrs Dawn E Mclaughlin
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 2, 2018
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Arrived very quickly well packed and lovely true to picture colours
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LN
5.0 out of 5 stars Produit inchangé
Reviewed in France on November 3, 2017
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Je porte cette chaussure depuis 4 ans maintenant (4 paires de Ghost), la taille n'a jamais changé depuis, quelque soit la série ou le lieu de l'achat. Je n'ai pas essayé la série 9 mais la 8 me convient dejà tres bien
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Kat from London
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 30, 2017
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Very good produkt, bought as a gift for my partner, he is very happy with those trainers!
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