![]() I think loyalists seem to like this drop and so Brooks decided not to lower it since runners come back for the Ghost whenever a new version hits the market. However, Brooks has decided to stay with it for the Brooks Ghost 13 and 14. Both the Ghost 14 and 13 have 36mm of stack height in the heel and 24mm in the forefoot for the men’s and the women’s for a total heel-to-toe drop of 12 millimeters.Ī 12mm drop is definitely on the higher end of things and it seems shoe companies are going away from it. While the midsole has seen a significant improvement, the stack height and drop have remained unchanged. So, when it comes to the midsole, I like the Ghost 14 better. Overall, the Brooks Ghost 14 is slightly softer underfoot than the Ghost 13 because of that full-length single-density DNA Loft from heel to toe. DNA Loft is a pretty dense foam and will give you enough cushioning underfoot to basically protect your joints and keep you going on those longer days. So, if that’s something that worries you, I wouldn’t be too concerned. Even though the DNA Loft is Brooks’ softest version of their foam, the Ghost is not unstable or mushy in any way. It’s basically a blend of EVA foam rubber and air to give you that perfect balance between responsiveness and cushioning. What is Brooks DNA Loft?ĭNA Loft is basically Brooks’ softest cushioning to date. The Ghost 14 is now going to give you a much more consistent feel as you go through your stride. What that means for you is that the ride is going to be a smoother more cushioned ride. How is this improvement going to benefit you? Brooks Ghost 14 – Full-length DNA Loft Midsole Also, on the Ghost 13, the midsole had different densities to it, but the Ghost 14 has a single-density layer of DNA Loft from heel to toe. ![]() ![]() The Ghost 13 had the DNA Loft cushioning system only on the lateral side whereas the Ghost 14 now has a full-length DNA Loft setup on the lateral side as well as the medial side. While both shoes have a DNA Loft midsole, the Ghost 13’s midsole is 30% DNA Loft and the Ghost 14 is now 100% DNA Loft. The midsole is the biggest update or improvement from the Ghost 13 to the Ghost 14. Midsole Brooks Ghost 13 – Dna Loft + BioMogo Midsole Eric and Gary have tested the Ghost thoroughly and they’re going to talk about how it performed in the different runs they did. You can read more about the performance of the Ghost later in the performance section below. Last but not least, if you’re a heel striker, the Ghost has got you covered. You’re going to be happy that it’s still got the same feel and benefits that you’re probably used to getting from that shoe. I think if you’ve tried a Ghost shoe before, you’re not going to be particularly surprised by the shoe. However, if you want something exciting that packs the latest technologies and/or a shoe that has a lot of energy return or responsiveness, I would definitely go a different direction. ![]() ![]() In its 14th iteration, you can’t go wrong in a shoe that has stood the test of time.Īnd if you’ve never tried any kind of running shoes before, the Ghost is a great way to start just because it kind of gives you a taste of everything. So, if it’s reliability you want and you want a tried-and-tested shoe that you can get a ton of daily training miles out of, I think the Ghost is going to be a good bet for you. It’s one of those great reliable daily trainers that you go to if you want a shoe that can handle pretty much any run you throw at it and a shoe you can log 500+ miles in. The Ghost series is the burger and fries of road running shoes. Instead, you should be looking at something else like the Brooks Adrenaline GTS. If you have overpronation issues, meaning your feet tend to roll inward too much, the Ghost is not going to provide any guidance or correction. Basically, the runner who wears a neutral shoe is someone whose feet do not need any motion control whatsoever. ![]()
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