Brooks Men's Supportive Running Shoe

This men's shoe, the Brooks Beast '20, is perfect for runners who desire enhanced support, cushioning, and comfort. Those who prefer a slightly roomier forefoot may find this model to be an ideal match. The Brooks Beast 20 is a certified PDAC A5500 Diabetic shoe and has been granted the APMA Seal of Acceptance.

The DNA LOFT cushioning provides a soft, luxurious underfoot feel without compromising responsiveness or durability. Enjoy a comfortable fit from front to back, thanks to the engineered-mesh upper and conformable embroidered saddle, which create a secure yet spacious fit. The embroidered saddle and eyestay also contribute to a modern, structured appearance.

Beyond just foot support, the Brooks Beast '20 focuses on the most injury-prone part of a runner's body: the knees. The GuideRails support system helps keep excess movement in check, allowing you to move comfortably.

When comparing the Beast '20 to other Brooks shoes, we find the following:

The Ghost 15 is also a soft and protective neutral cushioned shoe, suitable for soft landings and long runs.

The Glycerin StealthFit GTS 20 is a neutral cushioned shoe with a high level of softness and protection, making it ideal for long-distance, treadmill, and road running.

The Levitate StealthFit 6 is a responsive and springy neutral cushioned shoe, well-suited for long-distance, speed, and track workouts.

The Launch GTS 10 is a support cushioned shoe that is fast and streamlined, great for road running and speed workouts.

In terms of support or neutrality, the Beast '20 is a support shoe, while the Ghost 15, Glycerin StealthFit GTS 20, and Levitate StealthFit 6 are neutral shoes. The Launch GTS 10 is also a support shoe.

Regarding cushioning level, the Beast '20 and Ghost 15 are both in the middle, with a cushion level of 2 out of 3. The Glycerin StealthFit GTS 20 has the highest cushion level at 3 out of 3, while the Levitate StealthFit 6 has an energize level of 3 out of 3. The Launch GTS 10 has a speed level of 1 out of 3.

As for experience level, the Beast '20, Ghost 15, and Glycerin StealthFit GTS 20 are all considered soft and protective, while the Levitate StealthFit 6 is responsive and springy, and the Launch GTS 10 is fast and streamlined.

In terms of best use, the Beast '20 is suitable for walking and road running, the Ghost 15 for soft landings and long runs, the Glycerin StealthFit GTS 20 for long-distance, treadmill, and road running, the Levitate StealthFit 6 for long-distance, speed, and track, and the Launch GTS 10 for road running and speed workouts.

The midsole drop varies, with the Beast '20 and Ghost 15 having a 12mm drop, the Glycerin StealthFit GTS 20 and Launch GTS 10 having a 10mm drop, and the Levitate StealthFit 6 having an 8mm drop.

Finally, the weight of the shoes ranges from 11.7oz (331.7g) for the Beast '20 to 8.6oz (243.8g) for the Launch GTS 10.

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