Brooks - Adrenaline GTS 25

I had the Hoka Bondi 8 and loved them at first. They got me started with walking then running. I tried on the Bondi 9 and didn't like them at all. I switched to the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 and I love them.

The new adrenaline has a foolishly placed seam between the mid foot and forefoot on the instep. Instant blister after wearing the older versions for years. Was sad to have to find a new shoe but the glycerin 22 has been okay.

I'm also pretty new to this, but I just recently retired a pair of New Balance Rebel v4's. I logged over 400 miles on them and they honestly felt pretty good; never had an issue with them. I'm currently sporting a pair of Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25's. They feel amazing but gave me some irritation on the sides of my feet because I failed to break them in properly. But I really like how they feel, so I'm hoping that breaking them in will fix that issue for me. If not, at least they offer a 90 day full refund guarantee.

I seriously can’t recommend the [Brooks Men’s Adrenaline GTS 25](https://www.reviewni.com/product/B0DM37CZS8) enough. I’m a lifelong flat-footer and walker/runner, and trust me, shoe shopping can be a nightmare. But the GTS 25 totally impressed me. The stability is next level, it just keeps my feet and knees in check without feeling clunky or over-corrected. Long walks? Standing all day? Incline treadmill? No problem. My knees and back are happier, and my feet don’t throb by the end of the day. Comfort-wise, right out of the box these were a win, no break-in drama. They're also super kind if you use custom orthotics (the insole pops out easily and the fit stays solid). The cushioning feels just right: supportive and springy without being spongy. Bonus points for being available in wider sizes and a bunch of color combos. I know other folks with plantar fasciitis and joint pain who swear by these too.

If you just want another pair of trainers to rotate for injury prevention etc and can’t really decide, you could just look at what’s on sale. At least for one of the shoes. That’s how I stumbled upon the structures which I’ve been enjoying ($80). Pegs are <$100. Adidas sl2 are like $60. Clifton 9s are <$100- I have these and they’re just a comfy cruiser. I enjoyed the novablast 5s but they’re about dead for me (200#) at <200 miles.

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The [Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25](https://amzn.to/4799ykT) is what you want for flat feet, it's basically the shoe every running store recommends first for people who overpronate. I started running about two years ago with the same issue and the Adrenaline was what the guy at my local shop put me in after watching me walk. They've got support built into the sides that keeps your foot from rolling inward but it doesn't feel stiff or clunky like some stability shoes do, just feels like a normal comfortable shoe that happens to keep everything lined up right.

The Infinity Runs were great shoes, sucks they discontinued them. For flat feet you want something with good arch support and stability. I've been running in the [Brooks Adrenaline GTS](https://amzn.to/4a09sxu) and they're solid for my flat feet. They give good support without feeling stiff. They hold up well for gym workouts too as long as you're going barefoot for squats like you said. Good luck finding something that works for you!

Yeah I've got flat feet and every time I use them, I always notice how much significantly less support there is in the arch than some Brooks I had 10 years ago. I feel like I have to rotate my feet inwards every step to make enough contact with the soles to apply enough pressure to feel it. Just walking for 30 minutes on a 4% incline makes me feel like I've got shin splints

I recently purchased the brooks adrenaline GTS 25s and they’re made a certain way to keep your feet straight! I have a former ankle injury (not running related) so my right ankle has never felt as sturdy as my left but now they feel the same lol. Not sure how else to vouch for such shoes. Have you considered financing a good pair through Klarna or Afterpay?

Adrenaline 25 are great, Glycerin Max 2 even better. Vomero 18 or Plus!!! Ghost Max are all stable enough. Kayano 31 (not 32) due to their 10mm drop and uber stability. But the best stability I’ve used this year is absolutely the Mizuno Wave Horizon 8 🙌🏼 slow and a couple of grams heavy but they are tanks!!! I use them for up to tempo and they work great even though they’re not made for it.