Brooks Glycerin Max | Full Review

[@cityscapes4165]

Whoever Brooks hired to start designing shoes that actually look good needs to get a raise

[@amirjon]

Agreed. Ive seen more young ppl wear them. Uncle warren should be happy.

[@PMTCards]

Yup, it’s simple but modern.. doesn’t look like just for 65 year old runners (which is fine just I’m not 65 lol)

[@RUN-SC]

Agree looks great. Also whoever for Brooks is deciding the pricing for their shoes needs a demotion. Hyperion Elite 4 for 250, Glycerin Max 200, Hyperion Max 2 for 180 is too much.

[@aganlivefree]

Best Brooks desain 😂

[@jennyhong6746]

Great shoe…but they need more bold color options to appeal to the youngins.

[@MK-tk8tb]

Got this shoe last week. Might be my all time favorite.

[@ToxicLucidity]

Same here.

[@---rg1gb]

What characteristics make you love it so?

[@micheledransfield689]

I love mine! I'm more of a trotter than runner, but they feel so good under my feet I can't help but lace them up and go a few miles daily!! Also so glad you have reviews with a woman's point of view on the shoes as well! Great job you two....

[@therangersinger]

First pair of brooks inhave ever purchased in my 30 years of running. Glad I waited. Their design team has finally woke up. These are some damn good shoes.

[@bpg201]

I picked it up on launch day. Really enjoyed it on my first run. Was feeling a tiny bit of a blister forming around mile 8 or 9....but the fit felt fine. I threw some lock laces in it today....for easy slip on and off now!

[@frankiew1922]

Been running in them for a week and they are the best max cush I’ve had. I even prefer to the SB2 for comfort

[@PennyMan123]

Unpopular opinion, the SB2 is a brick

[@FatUglySadMan]

@@PennyMan123I agree clunky and firm.

[@Matt-cp9wh]

@@PennyMan123extremely unpopular

[@PennyMan123]

@@Matt-cp9wh yeah Ik, it’s super firm even compared to the novablasts in my opinion. Just personal preference tho, if it works for you who am I to judge.

[@paulmulks]

​@PennyMan123 Completely agree! Sold mine and replaced them with the Prime X2 Strung and I find those much nicer to run in! I'd like to try the Glycerin as well as the new Glideride Max

[@nickolszowy943]

Picked up a pair for easy miles post marathon. They're pretty cool, definitely achieves that super soft run. The feel while walking and running is completely unique and indeed extremely comfortable. For me though, and only done 1 run so far, it feels a little "muddy". It doesn't like quick transitions at all, and wants you to lock in to a medium turnover pace. I actually wish there was a little bit less rocker and a little bit more responsiveness. I feel a little bit forced into my stride. It's a comfortable and quick-ish stride though, and I can see this shoe just accumulating the miles easy as pie. On the plus side, agree that they feel very stable for how much stack there is. The stack is noticeable while running but it didn't feel any different stability wise than my glycerin 21's.

[@Ray.J]

Glad to hear that Brooks has a contender for a change. I have purchased Brooks several times, including some of the GTS iterations back in the day. This one is tempting! Thanks for reviewing it.

[@karlbratby4349]

Running through sand, spot on Thomas describing the NB more V5. This glycerin max is a great shoe.

[@travelingfit2032]

Tried these on at the Chicago marathon expo. Really a nice feeling shoe. When I wear out my 1080s I think these are the replacement.

[@a2dazgod539]

After two runs, probably my favorite shoe now

[@kiteracer2497]

I have around 20 pairs of glycerins, I'm glad they finally made one that is softer

[@tristanboivin8882]

20?! Jesus you love that shoe 😂

[@filoIII]

Please tell me about the Glycerin 21, and what it compares to. I am a fan of the Triumph 20, and the Glyc 21 felt good in the store. ty

[@brettfettbeargaming]

S'more good news, the Glycerin 22 is getting the same DNA Tuned midsole compound in February

[@joshjelden]

My initial run, I felt the weight but by the 3rd-4th run, they really felt effortless…I don’t know if the foam broke in just a smidge or what but really happy with the purchase…will likely wear for my next half marathon

[@charliedunne8027]

I really am loving the Glycerin Max and Hyperion Max 2.

[@justanotherprouddad1391]

best looking running shoes ever made. just need better colors, hopefully in the near future

[@fredericosoares4613]

I actually wasn't expecting these from Brooks, they are excellent in several aspects. 5 Stars I only have one situation that I don't like, the fact that they don't have a gusseted tongue. Apart from this point they are practically perfect, for me and for what I do.

[@frankiew1922]

Thomas you’re the best I love how you paced Aubrey! That would be a dream come true for guys like me who run like him

[@insatiableghost]

Just bought today. Doing a long run tomorrow 🌅 looking forward to it!

[@maldoror5750]

How did they feel?

[@insatiableghost]

@maldoror5750 they feel very good, definitely helping keep my legs more fresh as I'm increasing mileage for training. A lot more cushioned than what I'm used to but in a good way. initially they felt big to me, almost comically big like clunky but that has diminished. the shoe obviously hasn't gotten smaller, it's how they feel on me. I can pick up the pace in them and it feels natural. Also the roads have been wet lately and the traction is strong. A keeper for me.

[@antonioromulodelcarmen283]

A Look Good. Feel Good. Run Good kinda shoe!🔥🔥🔥

[@gonzalezmag657]

Would like to see a between two shoes with this and the puma magmax! 🙂

[@ccarb003]

Make that a B3S with the More v5 too

[@jasonstiwald]

Haven’t run in mine yet but when I opened the box, I couldn’t believe how big the shoe looked. I wear a M 12.5 and it looks like a size 15. And heavy. Hoping the run experience is as good as everyone says it is!

[@julie99nl]

I don't like it at all. It's as heavy as my Adidas PX2 strung with none of the energy return. They are going back to brooks. For me a big no thanks.

[@paulmulks]

How have you found them Jason?

[@jasonstiwald]

@ I am really enjoying them and find myself wearing them for pretty much every easy/long run. They don’t feel heavy on the run. Super protective and insanely comfortable.

[@paulmulks]

@jasonstiwald Interesting 🤔 I can't decide between the Glycerin Max or the Glideride Max? Want something that's super comfortable for those 20+ mile long runs. At the moment I'm using the Prime X2 Strung, but after about 15 miles they start to ache my feet a little so I need another offering. Trouble is finding a shop that stocks them to maybe go try on before I buy. Thanks for the feedback

[@jesustsa1]

My first brooks and I love it. Almost bought the ghost max 2 but glad I held out.

[@Simdogg]

Picked up the shoe from your recommendation, I love them! Thank you!

[@jake-jp3vb]

Was shocked how good this shoe felt and performed. Prefer it over asics SB2.

[@obe0540]

I’m lucky to have a buddy who owns a running shoe shop so I get to go try shoes on the treadmill in the store. I love glycerins, ran my first marathon in them back in the day. These are not glycerins, though softer the hight IMO is too high and unstable feeling for runs. It’s more of an every day walking shoe. If y’all are bored of your glycerins the ASICS nimbus are in that line as well maybe even better these days. But the AP3 has been the best running shoe I’ve tried in the last 2/3 years.

[@oliviadefreitas1585]

How would you say these compare to the Asics Nimbus 25?

[@ramirezsmith9791]

We need a between 2 shoes!!!! Mad max vs the brook glycerin Max!!!

[@nickbonney6888]

I've run 20 miles in this shoe. SUPER comfortable but my feet feel like are 100 degrees after mile 3.. However when I'm done running, the max comfort continues. I almost would prefer to just wear this throughout the day as a walker and standing for a long period of time as opposed to running.

[@tessap5280]

I just got mine today and I like them other than the heel doesn't feel like it supports the heel like it should

[@victordub]

would like something like this in mid 30's stack

[@dsdddsd4543we]

These are very unique. I'm sure Brooks has a carbon plate version soon on the way. They nailed this design.

[@GeorgiaDawg404]

I've been waiting on this one even though I already pulled the trigger. Got about 20 miles and feel like I'm running on .marshmallows. Not 100% on if I should've gone Superblast, but ya know.

[@Ghimlioak]

Just buy it. Will replace certainly one of my actual daily trainers

[@tieloo8842]

any #TheMeg review is an instant like

[@jacobriis7859]

A shoe for your winter runs 🏃🏃👌

[@RyanLanke]

I absolutely love this shoe, total banger

[@farmerguy8579]

I got mine and ran a couple times. It’s only OK. The invincible run 3s are way better IMO

[@Runstrong_Chris]

I got a hot spot at the side of the ball of my right foot. Last time I felt this from a shoe on the first run I returned it. Thinking about it for this as well as I also bought a pair of Puma Mag Max at a really good deal soon after ordering the Glycerin Max. Another thing I found odd was the heel feeling to low as if I could step right out of it. Really nice midsole though, just had a few gripes after the first run (6 miles).

[@TechnicallyNotSteve]

When BITR is saying good thutngs about a Brooks, you should probably try that shoe lol

[@KneeTaps]

Any chance you can talk about these newer foams used on the Glycerin Max, Puma Magmax, etc... in more detail and how they compare to say older foam tech like NB Fuelcell, Nike ZoomX etc... in a future podcast? It seems foams are moving away from being to soft/squishy (at least in performance running shoes with no plates) and going back to being more firm/balanced again. Would shoes be even wider and taller in the next 3-5 years 😂

[@David-j5p2p]

Brooks are amazing for long distance

[@Leporkchop34]

How soon for that new elite? Like this year?

[@Believeintherun]

Rumor has it

[@SuboptimalRunner]

I really wanted to love this shoe and was so excited when I received it. It was announced literally as I was in a store considered some max cushioned, non-plated shoes. I've always had issues with some of these because I generally don't care for very soft shoes. I thought the dual density approach with a firmer, more responsive forefoot would be exactly what I had been after. But after a week of running in them, logging about 30-35 miles, I have to say that they're really not for me. The heel is very, very soft in my opinion. To the point where I don't care for the transition and toe off because I feel like the shoe is trying to get me to land closer to the heel to take advantage of the cushioning. But the heel is so soft with no supporting element like a plate that I feel like I'm sinking into them causing some of the most excruciating post-run knee pain I've felt in years. I've worn them on a variety of runs and haven't found a pace that works for me in them. But the midsole isn't the real problem for me. After the Hyperion Max 2, which is maybe the best upper of the year or in a few years, I'm bummed/confused by the upper on the Glycerin Max. It might be one of the hottest, most ill-fitting uppers I've worn- to the point where if I hadn't ordered directly from Brooks would have thought they were a knockoff or defected/seconded item. After a week with them, I have more blisters on my feet than any shoe other than the Alphafly 2 (which turned my feet into Swiss cheese). The length is spot-on, but the toe box volume is so big that my feet move around in them no matter how they're tied, causing blisters on my big and small toes on both feet. Additionally, my last run in them created huge blisters on my instep/arch. And even with the blisters, the toe isn't even my least favorite part of the upper. The area around the ankle and heel is so thick and absorbent that I thought again that it was a fake. That area of the shoe is literally 2.5-3x thicker than that on the Hoka Skyward X, a shoe I consider pretty plush. This cushioning is not only unnecessary, but also creates massive problems in warmer weather. I wore them for a 14 mile long run on Sunday in the mid-70s (yes, it's still too hot in Texas) and that area of the shoe was still very wet on Tuesday morning. Maybe it's a manufacturing issue as the shoe scales up in size (mine is a mens 12) because I purchased a pair for my daughter as well (womens 8) and it doesn't seem nearly as comically thick and absorbent. Again, I desperately wanted to love this shoe- on paper it sounded like exactly what I was looking for. But the pain from the softness of the foam (and I'm not a big person who compresses the foam a whole lot) to the many issues caused by the upper, I think my quest continues. I'll give it one more run before I more than likely send back to Brooks.

[@youling1997]

Wow you really pulling through pains. One booster for me is enough to send the shoes back. Soft foam to stiff foam transition is what I worried about. But I guess I’ll have to try it to see.

[@julie99nl]

i agree with almost everything you've said. I don't like the turnover, in fact I felt they were muddy in the turnover...I tried to do strides in them and felt like I was running through knee high mud. When I put them on, I instantly knew I'd get some blisters some places, so I put on anti blister prevention bandaids and guess what, they were rubbed off by the end of an hour easy pace run. I'm so glad I had them on, I would have been toast without. When I first put them on, I was so happy that there was room for my wide feet to splay, yet I still felt rubbing on my instep. I also really felt the weight of them. I was hoping they could be an easy long run (marathon training) shoe. My feet felt tired after an hour, I can't even imagine what I'd feel like after two or three hours. I put them on the scale and there is about a half an ounce difference between these and adidas PX2 strung, and the strung has taken me on 3 hour runs and left me feeling good and energized. These felt like I was dragging a brick after an hour. I'm sending mine back, they are not for me at all.

[@SuboptimalRunner]

@@julie99nlsorry they didn’t work for you either. I have relatively narrow, low volume feet so the Glycerin Max really created problems for me. And I completely agree on the weight balanced against the responsiveness. My third run in them was 2 hours and about 40 minutes in I knew I was in trouble. It was a slog after that with the weight very noticeable. And I generally don’t have a problem with “heavy” shoes if they have some pop. I ran a marathon in the Skyward X with no problem at all. The Brooks just doesn’t have the pop of the Hoka. Hopefully you find something that works better for you!

[@complexquattro]

I'm not a runner, but I love the Ghost Max 2. Would you recommend this to a heavier person who walks a lot?

[@Believeintherun]

Yep

[@Runstrong_Chris]

I’m 215lb and just had my first run in this shoe (6 miles) and loved it! I walk a bit to the start point of my runs and can say it feels just as good to walk in. Very comfortable and energetic, felt better than my Ghost Max 1 which I wear casually and run in.

[@jodydunnit]

Skechers performance is releasing a shoe designed by Snoop Dog in February 2025. It has a heel height of 65 with a 5mm drop. It's going to be the "Max Super Puff 666" and will retail for $325.00 at launch.

[@tristanboivin8882]

65??

[@hulkingwarmachine3]

Can't wait!

[@countrysk8er14]

I like it, but I don’t know if this is better than the super blast 2

[@julie99nl]

Not by a long shot. This is just so heavy.

[@paulmulks]

If you had to pick between the Glycerin or Glideride Max?

[@jackboltax3199]

The Brooks Aurora BL is the best shoe Brooks ever made IMHO.. Thay are innovative, just look at shoes they have produced - the Glycerin (GTS and stealth version in addition to their regular Glycerin), the Aurora BL, The Ghost and Ghost Max, the Hyperion Max and the Hyperion elite to name a few. And they all look good. What is wrong with you guys and your negativity towards the Brooks brand.? I haven't gotten the Glycerin Max yet as I'll wait for the price to come down. So I can't knowledgably comment on whether it is the best shoe Brooka ever produced.. But I doubt it.. Keep up the reviews, they are great even when I disagree with you.

[@Manuel_712]

Like to Meagan and Thomas.....Brooks....¡¡¡¡¡Run Happy!!!!. Have a good day.

[@sschwen8050]

That shoe is way too heavy for me, but I appreciate the comprehensive review.

[@michaeldominic2070]

Trying to decide between these and the Asics Glideride Max? Which do you prefer?

[@RUN-SC]

200$ is too much for an easy day/recovery shoe.

[@paulmulks]

Did you pick between the Glycerin and Glideride Michael?

[@michaeldominic2070]

@paulmulks not yet! Fortunately I have a bunch of shoes so not in a big hurry to buy, however I did pick up the NB 1080v13 on sale. I really like that shoe, on my second pair.

[@paulmulks]

@@michaeldominic2070 Fair enough, thanks for coming back to me 👍🏻

[@FrankHale]

My issue with Brooks is that the women's shoes always have the better colors. The fact that the woman got a pink/red color and men got a yellow is exactly what I'm talking about. The men's version of this shoe is bland. They should have both colors available for men and women. Come on Brooks! That being said, it's a really awesome looking shoe.

[@abigaillesleigh7637]

I feel the exact opposite! Especially when my bf and I both got the ghost max 2 I was yearning for one of the men’s colors

[@Martha-fluterunner]

C'mon, you guys know the launch colors will be followed by at least several if not many other color options. Just wait a few minutes 😂

[@youling1997]

@@FrankHale buy women color with 1.5 size up and wide

[@paulmulks]

I'm patiently waiting for an all black colourway to drop 😕

[@FrankHale]

I ended up buying these and love them! Really good feeling shoe. Started the TB100 with them and ran 43 miles in them before switching.

[@na-dk9vm]

Which brooks shoe NOW is the closest to the hyperion Elite 2 from years ago?? They were one of the best shoes I've ever had for speed.

[@lllSquidlll]

Got these last week, love it but got some inside foot blisters so tape up while breaking it in

[@bmp12]

The laces hanging behind on your shoe wall is giving my OCD the icks. Any chance you can tuck those in? 😃

[@DarkPa1adin]

Does it beat Ghost Max 1 which was your favourite too?

[@jordanmiller5627]

This shoe or the Hoka Skyward X?

[@filoIII]

Need a Gh Max vs Glyc Max vid.

[@bicyclekikz14]

What’s the difference between this and the Brooks ghost Max?

[@madixon1981]

What's the general opinion on a choice of between this and the puma magmax. I'm looking at both and can't decide what one to go with.

[@Believeintherun]

@@madixon1981 it edges the MagMax out by having a more lively midsole for us.

[@KarateSoccerKick]

This or skyward x? Seems like same use scenario.

[@Mister.Curious]

'Thomas WITH bitr' and 'Megan FROM bitr' got me questioning my grammar understanding 🤔

[@seweratas]

How's the fit compared to Glycerin 21?

[@casillasj2002]

Glycerin Max or Glideride Max ($30 cheaper) ???

[@Wildbrooker4304]

I’m glad Thomas and Brooks are on better terms after Thomas sat down brooks and gave them the whole ‘im really disappointed’ serving over the Hyperion elite.

[@B1gC4st]

But will it come in green? Bring Back Brooks Green!

[@dcamos78]

I call it the Mullet Max with the DNA Tuned foam. Business in the front. Party in the back. 😎

[@wendymackenzie7771]

Would you say this is a good option for a higher cadence runner with a mid foot strike?

[@julie99nl]

That's me and I did not like them at all. Took them on a run and I absolutely hated them. They felt dead and joyless.

[@wendymackenzie7771]

@ good to know ! I have nova blast and like the foam but want more of it in the mid foot

[@albertmills9365]

what's the heel toe drop? brooks shoes have a too high heel drop for a lot of people.

[@floppybird]

This one is 6mm

[@Martha-fluterunner]

If you watched the video you would have heard them mention the 6 mm drop along with the stack height stats

[@cesardeceserodecesero3646]

Is it similar Triumph 20,21 of saucony?

[@Believeintherun]

All cushioned, but this one is better

[@nicobetz1135]

This Shoe🔥

[@sys4008]

How is the width on this?

[@gilbert2303]

How does this compare to the ghost max 2 ?

[@Believeintherun]

Softer and bouncier

[@shupengwen8489]

For the price, I feel like I will go for more V5, or am I missing something here

[@GuitaristDanH]

Way more pop in this midsole than Fresh Foam X.

[@robin29991]

Hmm, as a lighter runner with a high cadence, this didn't do much at all for me.

[@julie99nl]

Maybe that's why I don't like it. But, I think Meaghan is pretty small too.. But for me it just didn't work. so heavy, so clunky.

[@robin29991]

@@julie99nl Yeah, Meaghan normally likes Max Cushion Shoes and I don't really... Same thoughts as you. They just feel like hard work and very unnatural.

[@karls8989]

Between two shoes vs magmax

[@tomee7]

Would you say these are cushy like the 1080v13?

[@GuitaristDanH]

Nothing is as cushy as the 1080v13. These are still fairly soft but with way more rebound than the 1080.

[@Believeintherun]

More

[@Ryan_Tinney]

Sounds like an absolute homerun for you guys.

[@dubs2171]

Brooks Glycerin Max vs hoka cielo?

[@Believeintherun]

If you’re willing to pay Cielo

[@MINIMALmtb]

Do we really need stack heights this high?

[@bsmoov7]

Nice looking shoe. $200 for a heavy Superblast though? Ugh (I know you said it’s not a Superblast although everything described just sounds like a Superblast if it gained weight)

[@julie99nl]

Without any of the comfort of the superblast.

[@PeaceTea.]

Been buying Brooks for years maybe around 10 pairs now and I always am disappointed. With the exception of Adrenaline shoes

[@robertwinkler8444]

Don't like the achilles flare upper, not getting any white shoe ever. Will stick with my Glycerin 21 all black. Black doesn't show dirt and goes with everything sweats, jeans, dress, anything. Can wear then to church, work. anywhere. All black for me...Just my take🤷‍♂🤷‍♂🤷‍♂

[@patiogreen9738]

Dear Brooks, make this one in Narrow please!!!

[@cali_scruff1697]

Superblast still 👑

[@Boababa-fn3mr]

A stylish, interesting but also odd design. It's not really competitive at full price. I'll wait a year or 2 for heavy discounts.

[@garethevans2499]

How far from a Superblast is this? Ah you've answered! WATCH TO THE END BEFORE ASKING! apologies

[@dominiquemonido5549]

Shoe of the Year?

[@David-j5p2p]

After a while most shoes mold to your feet

[@Love_Street]

nice but 200$ 2 much 😮

[@MyFatAdaptedLife]

Ghost Max 2, Glycerine Max, Hyperion Max 2, Mad Max, Super Max, Superduper Max, Ultra Super Max Plus. When will the Max madness end?

[@DarkPa1adin]

Introducing Ultra!

[@David-j5p2p]

The adrenaline is 4 hour and a bit more

[@bobcabot]

...all of the sudden you (singl.) can say look!

[@MikeLukins]

Looks like a fat ol' granny shoe🤶🏻

[@Flight-of-Life]

Too narrow 😢

[@3moreyears]

brooks makes the best shoes for average non competitive runners like me. youre paying for the actual shoe. not for marketing or gimmicks or atlete sponsorship.

[@MrFrescocotone]

Grandpa shoe. totally useless of you're not over 80kg

[@Jobru88]

Bye Hoka!! You are not the leader of cush anymore

[@kevinmcateer7281]

Is that old guy even a runner