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The Brooks Glycerin 16s represent the top level of traditional neutral trainer from the Brooks line. They are the flagship neutral trainer, and it is impossible to run a distance race and not see someone laced up in these shoes.
In fact, back in 2013 you would have caught me logging all my long runs in the 11s (I loved the bright orange and silver colorway). The 16s mark a complete update from previous models.
They will compete against the other max-cushion neutrals; Nimbus, Triumph, Vomero and Ultra Boosts. They are all in the same relative price range so it can be difficult to decide on a pair to purchase.
The 16th iteration of the Brooks Glycerin gained overwhelming positive feedback from its users, with special notes on its responsive cushioning, stylish design, and overall fit. Many attested to its impressive performance, but others found the price a bit pricey. Overall, the
Brooks Glycerin 16 is indeed a fantastic road shoe for neutral runners.
The new sole unit on this shoe offers the same cushion level — and advertises more than in previous models — while not losing responsiveness. We’ll break down the shoe into the midsole and the outsole then talk about the ride itself.
The midsole of the shoe uses Brooks’ patented DNA foam, however, they have changed the formula for the foam. This new DNA Loft foam incorporates air and rubber to their previous foam formula to create the Loft foam.
This foam is advertised as softer and lighter while not losing responsiveness and durability. I can attest to the responsiveness, as these shoes were very springy and helped propel me through my gait.
The DNA Loft foam preformed very well, and even held up to 14 miles on a run without any breakdown.
In the midsole, Brooks continues to use grooves as a way to increase the flexibility and help with the responsiveness of the material.
This allows you to roll into your next step. This small thing can help you when your legs start to get tired, and it naturally rolls you into that next step (and that’s the goal of running, keep one foot moving in front of the other).
The outsole uses HPR Plus rubber, a high abrasive rubber material, on the heel of the outsole that helps the durability and helps absorb impact from heel-strike runners.
Not all runners will benefit from this technology, but there are plenty of runners who will love the inclusion of that material. Brooks uses a blown rubber outsole for the forefoot.
This is a proven material that is durable while staying lightweight and is flexible. When combined with the midsole design, it allows for a flexible max-cushion shoe.
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