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Engineered for sporty looks and everyday performance, this runner-inspired street sneaker sits on nitrogen-infused foam and rocker technology that absorb impact and roll your stride naturally forward. Premium leather, a well-cushioned collar and a grippy tread wrap every step in plush, well-grounded comfort.
- Lightweight: puts cushioning and performance underfoot with an emphasis on streamlined comfort
- Cushioning: absorbs impact and distributes weight for consistent, buoyant comfort under each step
- Lace-up style
- Removable, cushioned insole allows for custom orthotics
- DNA LOFT v3 nitrogen-infused cushioning pairs responsive performance with soft, lightweight comfort
- GlideRoll Rocker decreases underfoot pressure to promote smooth heel-toe transitions
- RoadTack Rubber tread partially made with recycled materials puts lightweight durability and rebound under every stride
- Leather upper/synthetic lining/rubber sole
- Imported
- Item #10428541
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- If between sizes, order next 1/2 size up.
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Brooks
Brooks was founded in 1914 in Philadelphia before moving to Seattle, where the company is headquartered today. Brooks running shoes are designed with specialized high-tech features like DNA midsoles for adaptive cushioning and 3D Fit Print for lightweight, flexible structure. The brand also offers running clothing to make sure you're fully outfitted for any run.
Most helpful positive review
Apr 25, 2026
Better than ever and looks great!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've had Ghost 14, 15, & 16 but this is the first Max. As great as the others were this is even better. HArd to believe that it's even more comfortable. To top it off, the leather looks terrific. Can even wear these to the office and meetings.
JosephF
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Most helpful critical review
Mar 25, 2026
heavy
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My husband loves the regular Ghost model and has worn it for a long time. However, he finds the Ghost Max L significantly heavier, and he is unable to walk or run comfortably in this model.
RalucaB
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JosephF
Reposted from brooksrunning.com
Apr 25, 2026
Better than ever and looks great!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've had Ghost 14, 15, & 16 but this is the first Max. As great as the others were this is even better. HArd to believe that it's even more comfortable. To top it off, the leather looks terrific. Can even wear these to the office and meetings.
ToddH
Reposted from brooksrunning.com
Apr 24, 2026
Poor shoe for those with balance problems.
The inside of the shoe is very comfortable; however, I have cerebral palsy and these shoes are very difficult to walk in. The soles seem to pitch me forward and threaten my already challenged balance. I am returning them. For years I've bought and enjoyed the Addiction Walker. This time I thought I'd try something different, but this high quality shoe is not intended for someone like me. The Addiction Walker is the shoe for me.
JavierE
Reposted from brooksrunning.com
Apr 21, 2026
Smooth and up to the waking task
Perfect I do “mucho” walking @ San Diego Int’l Airport so….perfect of a “ BROOKS shoe fits like a charm😊
JohnM
Reposted from brooksrunning.com
Apr 16, 2026
Too narrow for my foot. Otherwise an OK but nothing special shoe.
FloydJ
Reposted from brooksrunning.com
Apr 16, 2026
Great shoe
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great every day shoe. Very comfortable and attractive.
JoyC
Reposted from brooksrunning.com
Apr 16, 2026
Brooks is an excellent shoe to relieve arthritis pain and pressure.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my Ghost Max shoes. This is my 2nd pair. I wanted a leather shoe for walking and could wear on trails on rainy days or to the store. In these shoes you do need to go up a 1/2 size. There is so much padding and the comfortable design take up more space inside the shoe. The shoe fits so comfortably and every step feels like I'm walking on clouds and marshmallows. Brooks shoes help me so much with arthritis in my feet and with this brand of super soft comfort, I can continue to walk and stand longer and remain more active. I have 7 pairs of Brooks and have a pair on everyday to keep my feet healthy and lower my pain level. I tell everyone I see shoe shopping or standing in lines just how comfortable my Ghost Max shoes are and how my feet are not hurting while I'm wearing them standing in lines at the airport or grocery lines. I'm thankful my podiatrist recommended my 1st pair.
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