Head-to-Head Comparison
Brooks Ghost 18 vs Asics Gel-Cumulus 27
Brooks
Ghost 18
The Brooks Ghost 18 delivers a balanced, medium-cushioned ride built for daily training miles. It handles everything from easy jogs to moderate tempo efforts without breaking a sweat.
Full review →Asics
Gel-Cumulus 27
The Gel-Cumulus 27 is Asics's answer to the everyday trainer — cushioned enough for long runs, responsive enough for pickups. Updated foam technology makes it lighter and bouncier than its predecessor.
Full review →Spec comparison
| Spec | Brooks Ghost 18 | Asics Gel-Cumulus 27 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $140 | $140 |
| Weight | 9.5 oz | 9.5 oz |
| Stack Height | 37mm | 38mm |
| Drop | 10mm | 8mm |
| Cushion | Moderate | Moderate |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral |
| Widths | narrow, standard, wide, xwide | standard, wide, xwide |
| Surface | road, track, treadmill | road, track, treadmill |
| Carbon Plate | No | No |
| PEBA Foam | No | No |
The verdict
Pick the Brooks Ghost 18if…
- +You want a shoe for everyday training
- +You want a shoe for easy runs
- +You want a shoe for first marathon build-up
- +You want a shoe for all-around versatility
Pick the Asics Gel-Cumulus 27if…
- +You want a shoe for everyday training
- +You want a shoe for easy runs
- +You want a shoe for first marathon build-up
- +You want a shoe for all-around versatility
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