Head-to-Head Comparison
Brooks Glycerin 22 vs Brooks Ghost Max 3
Brooks
Glycerin 22
The Brooks Glycerin 22 wraps your feet in premium cushioning designed for long runs and recovery days. Maximum foam density absorbs impact without sacrificing energy return.
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Ghost Max 3
Built for runners who believe more cushion is more better, the Brooks Ghost Max 3 delivers a plush, forgiving ride that excels on high-mileage weeks. The thick midsole protects joints while maintaining a smooth heel-to-toe transition.
Full review →Spec comparison
| Spec | Brooks Glycerin 22 | Brooks Ghost Max 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $165 | $170 |
| Weight | 10.5 oz | 10.5 oz |
| Stack Height | 38mm | 43mm |
| Drop | 10mm | 6mm |
| Cushion | Soft | Max Plush |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral |
| Widths | narrow, standard, wide, xwide | narrow, standard, wide, xwide |
| Surface | road, track, treadmill | road, track, treadmill |
| Carbon Plate | No | No |
| PEBA Foam | No | No |
The verdict
Pick the Brooks Glycerin 22if…
- +You want a shoe for long runs
- +You want a shoe for recovery days
- +You want a shoe for high-mileage weeks
- +You want a shoe for joint protection
Pick the Brooks Ghost Max 3if…
- +You want a shoe for long runs
- +You want a shoe for recovery days
- +You want a shoe for high-mileage weeks
- +You want a shoe for joint protection
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