Brooks Men's Beast '20 Running Shoe

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Brooks organizes its road shoes into three categories: “Cushion,” “Energize,” and “Speed.” (The brand’s trail shoes technically fall into their own separate category, but they use the same midsole foams as the “Cushion” and “Energize” shoes.)

The Beast is probably the most literal name for a shoe I’ve ever ran in. It is a large shoe that has a lot to offer. The Ghost has been a favorite in the Brooks lineup for years, and the latest design is one of our favorite shoes of 2023. This versatile cushioned trainer is a go-to for everyone, from beginner runners to experienced marathoners looking for a reliable workhorse shoe. In RW testing, the Ghost 15’s DNA Loft v2 cushion served up a firm feel underfoot, or “an excellent ride with firm yet spongy cushioning,” as one tester described it.

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The Hyperion Max is difficult to categorize, but that’s exactly why it’s one of the best Brooks running shoes: It does many things very well. The “max” in Hyperion Max refers to the hefty wedge of nitrogen-infused DNA Flash foam in the shoe’s midsole, which is very light and creates a plush, highly responsive ride. That makes the Hyperion Max an incredible dynamic shoe: You can lace them up for a long, mellow run or put them on for speedwork. DPT/Footwear Science: B- (The innovation feels limited, but the shoe existing is still important in itself ) It isn’t the most plush shoe on the market, and its high drop may feel uncomfortable for some runners. But the Ghost does a great job of absorbing impact forces, and the footbed feels supportive—ideal for a day-to-day training shoe. Its upper is made with a breathable engineered mesh for good temperature regulation, and the shoe has a great overall fit: The midfoot is relatively wide, so it won’t constrict your feet. The padding around the collar creates a comfortable feel. Testers reported no issues with hot spots or rubbing. Overall, the Ghost 15 is an approachable, capable shoe that works well for a wide range of runners. Skratch Recovery, Coffee Flavor:Mental and physical boost post run. Coffee flavor is excellent and goes great straight into a fresh brewed cup Speaking of outsole, there is a dense amount of it throughout that provides good traction which comfortably handles road, wet surfaces and even mild trail just fine. I took the shoe through some grass and dirt roads and it did well enough, but definitely excels at road where it was intended.

Amphipod Hydraform Handheld Water Bottle: Perfect for long runs when you need hydration in the summerMizuno Wave Inspire 19 - The redesign for the guidance-based stability trainer is an early 2023 favorite Stability: A+ (The highest level of stability available in the market for runners today, particularly medially )