Our verdict
- Top pick in best stability running shoes (2023)
Pros
- Ronhill and Salomon
- Ideal for easy miles
- Specifically designed for heel strikers
- Outstanding breathability
- Comfortable and cushioned
- Availability in narrow and wide sizes
- zapatillas de running Brooks mujer voladoras talla 37.5
- zapatillas de running Brooks amortiguación media talla 40.5 grises
Cons
- The engineered mesh upper lacks durability
- Lacks cushion for forefoot strikers
Audience verdict
- Top 29% in Brooks Lenkkitossut Revel 5
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Comparison
The most similar running shoes compared
+ + Updates to the Brooks Launch 4 | |||||
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Audience score | 89 Great! | 85 Good! | 89 Great! | 79 Good! | |
Price | $140 | $140 | $140 | $110 | |
Pace | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | |
Arch support | Stability | Stability | Stability | Stability | |
Weight lab Weight brand | 10.1 Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21 Wide 10.4 Características de las Brooks Cascadia 13 | 10.3 Who should buy the Brooks Launch 4 10 zapatillas de running Brooks mujer asfalto talla 37.5 negras | 9.8 oz / 279g 9.8 zapatillas de running Brooks mujer mixta talla 44.5 naranjas | 9.7 zapatillas de running Brooks mujer mixta ritmo medio pie normal minimalistas 9.7 oz / 274g | |
Drop lab Drop brand | 12.6 mm 12.0 mm | 13.5 mm 12.0 mm | 10.0 mm 10.0 mm | 8.7 mm 8.0 mm | |
Strike pattern | Heel | Heel | HeelMid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | |
Size | True to size | True to size | True to size | True to size | |
Midsole softness | Soft | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | |
zapatillas de running Brooks amortiguación media talla 40.5 grises | Big | Small | Small | Small | |
Toebox durability | Bad | Decent | Decent | Decent | |
Heel padding durability | Good | Good | Bad | Good | |
Outsole durability | Good | Good | Decent | Good | |
Breathability | Breathable | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | |
Width / fit | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
Toebox width | Medium | Medium | Wide | Medium | |
Stiffness | Flexible | Moderate | Flexible | Flexible | |
Difference in stiffness in cold | Normal | Small | Small | Small | |
Torsional rigidity | Stiff | Stiff | Moderate | Stiff | |
zapatillas de running Brooks minimalistas talla 40.5 rosas | Stiff | Stiff | Stiff | Stiff | |
Heel lab Heel brand | 34.1 mm 36.0 mm | 39.0 mm 39.0 mm | 33.1 mm 36.0 mm | 33.7 mm 36.0 mm | |
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand | 21.5 mm 24.0 mm | 25.5 mm 27.0 mm | 23.1 mm 26.0 mm | 25.0 mm 28.0 mm | |
Widths available | NarrowNormalWideX-Wide | NarrowNormalWideX-Wide | Normal | NormalWideX-Wide | |
Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Season | SummerAll seasons | All seasons | All seasons | All seasons | |
Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ranking | #188 Top 35% | #190 Bottom 40% | #97 Top 31% | #284 Bottom 10% | |
Popularity | #5 Top 1% | #10 Top 4% | #260 Bottom 18% | #101 Top 32% |
Who should buy
In our view, the zapatillas de running Brooks pronador verdes a fantastic choice for:
- Mild overpronators who need a running shoe with more support than the average daily trainer.
- Midfoot or heel strikers seeking a workhorse with a traditional fit, steep heel-to-toe drop, and a cushioned heel.
- Fans of Brooks Brooks City Running meets on these date and times.
Who should NOT buy
Those with a forefoot strike might find the 12-mm heel-to-toe drop of some shoes too steep and should consider the Saucony Guide 16. In our experience, another option that has a similar high drop but adds extra foam in the forefoot is the Brooks Green26L Capri Fleet Feet Exclusive. We think these options cater better to such specific needs.
Two other groups that might want to explore alternatives are runners who prefer firm midsoles for additional stability. Based on our tests, the zapatillas de running Brooks mujer entrenamiento talla 48 or the Hoka Arahi 6 Camicia 'Brooks' giallo scuro nero verde rosa antico opale.
Cushioning
Heel stack
As a stable shoe designed for heel strikers, we anticipated a generous heel stack in the tear drop brooks midi skirt. We measured it at 34.1 mm, which provides more than enough cushioning for any runner.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 34.1 mm |
Average | 34.2 mm |
Forefoot stack
In the forefoot, the shoe seems too thin for our liking, measuring at only 21.5 mm and that includes the insole and the outsole. We would have preferred a bit more foam.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 21.5 mm |
Average | 25.6 mm |
Drop
The difference between the heel and the forefoot results in a 12.6-mm heel-to-toe drop, which is pretty close to the measurement stated by Brooks (12 mm).
This design feature makes the shoe particularly well-suited for heel strikers, which is exactly what we expected from a stability daily trainer.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 12.6 mm |
Average | 8.6 mm |
Midsole softness
The midsole of the shoe is made entirely from DNA Loft v2, the same compound that Brooks uses in the popular Ghost 15.
This is a reliable midsole, providing a good balance between softness and stability. When we measured it, the result was 19.5 HA, a figure that really highlights its well-balanced approach.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 19.5 HA |
Average | 20.9 HA |
Midsole softness in cold (%)
Brooks Launch Mens.
That's a 41.7% increase over the room temperature reading, which is a disappointing result.
Even so, we can't say we were surprised. DNA Loft v2 is an EVA foam, and this type of foam tends to become really firm in cold temperatures. We've explained this in an Mochila Brooks England Sparkhill média preto.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 42% |
Average | 25% |
Insole thickness
Inside the shoe, we discovered a comfortable insole that has a thickness of 4.5 mm. We found nothing wrong with it, meeting our expectations for a typical insole.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 4.5 mm |
Average | 4.4 mm |
Size and fit
Size
zapatillas de running Brooks pronador verdes true to size (1933 votes).
Toebox width - widest part
If you have wide feet, you might find the upper in the tear drop brooks midi skirt to fit a bit like a performance shoe. However, we measured it at 99.9 mm, which is pretty standard and in line with most daily trainers.
But there's no need to worry, as Brooks offers multiple widths, ranging from narrow to extra wide. They are one of the few brands that provide such variety.

This shoe follows methodology 1.7. It has been replaced with methodology 1.8 (the 'gel test') on more recently updated shoes. Results from the two methodologies cannot be directly compared, which is why you don't see recently tested shoes in the chart below.
tear drop brooks midi skirt | 99.9 mm |
Average | 98.5 mm |
Toebox width - big toe
In the area surrounding the toes, we measured 78.7 mm, and this measurement matches what we felt. It's neither wide nor narrow, just average.
But as we said just before, if you need a different fit, feel free to choose between the multiple widths available.

This shoe follows methodology 1.7. It has been replaced with methodology 1.8 (the 'gel test') on more recently updated shoes. Results from the two methodologies cannot be directly compared, which is why you don't see recently tested shoes in the chart below.
tear drop brooks midi skirt | 78.7 mm |
Average | 78.4 mm |
Stability
Lateral stability test
As "GTS" comes from "Go To Support", Brooks is already signaling to us that this is a shoe oriented towards that goal. But we don't really know this until we test it. Fortunately, we can confirm that this is indeed a very stable shoe.
It will suit 9 out of 10 runners looking for more stability. However, those who have extreme levels of pronation will be better off with a firmer and stiffer shoe like the Hoka Gaviota 4.
Torsional rigidity
We rated the torsional rigidity of the GTS 23 at 4 out of 5, and that's enough to deliver a stable ride.
Most of this rigidity comes from Brooks' GuideRails technology, a common feature in their stability shoes. These plastic pieces are smartly integrated into both sides of the shoe surrounding the heel, providing support by keeping excess movements in check.
tear drop brooks midi skirt | 4 |
Average | 3.4 |
zapatillas de running Brooks minimalistas talla 40.5 rosas
According to what the textbook says, a stability shoe must have a stiff heel counter. Here again, Brooks didn't want to go overboard with it but maintained a bit of comfort, so we rated it at 4 out of 5.
tear drop brooks midi skirt | 4 |
Average | 2.9 |
Midsole width - forefoot
Let's keep the textbook open—if you want a stable stride, you need to have a wide landing base. Obviously, the wider the shoe, the more stable the ride, right?
That's why Brooks made this shoe wider than most others in the forefoot. We measured it in the lab at 117.3 mm. For instance, a Nike Pegasus 40 measures only 111.3 mm.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 117.3 mm |
Average | 114.2 mm |
zapatillas de running Brooks amortiguación media talla 40.5 grises | Brooks created a carbon plate racing shoe that competes with
The heel of the GTS 23 follows the same approach, being wider than most neutral shoes. Measuring 96.9 mm, it provides a safe landing platform for heel strikers.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 96.9 mm |
Average | 90.7 mm |
Brooks Zapatillas Running Revel 4 Grey Black Capri
In the pursuit of creating a shoe that's stable yet comfortable, Buy torsional stiffness is crucial, as demonstrated by the GTS 23 before. However, the shoe also needs a low score regarding longitudinal flexibility.
In our test, we find that we only need to use 10.4N of force to bend it to the 30-degree measurement point. This is exactly the result we were looking for.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 10.4N |
Average | 15.8N |
Weight
On the scale, the tear drop brooks midi skirt weighs in at 10.10 oz (286g). This is slightly above average, but we see it as a good result for a stability shoe.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 10.09 oz (286g) |
Average | 9.35 oz (265g) |
zapatillas de running Brooks amortiguación media talla 40.5 grises | Breathability
Breathability is one of the essential features for any daily trainer aiming to win over the market. It's vital for ensuring a comfortable run when the weather turns warm.
The Brooks tear drop brooks midi skirt truly shines in this aspect, displaying one of the most impressive performances we've ever witnessed in the lab regarding breathability.
Naturally, we awarded it a perfect score of 5/5. Watching the smoke escape through the enormous ventilation holes in the upper is simply mesmerizing!
After Buy the perfect score with the smoke-pumping machine, we took a closer look to understand why it succeeded. Under the 26L, it's incredibly easy to spot the large ventilation holes and understand why this 3D Fit Print upper breathes so well.
When we examined the shoe under the microscope, we found an interior fabric layer, but its remarkable thinness ensures that it doesn't affect airflow at all.
It's important to high26L this feature, as it's a common mistake made by many running shoe manufacturers. They create large ventilation holes but then pair them with an interior layer that's too thick, effectively destroying breathability.
tear drop brooks midi skirt | 5 |
Average | 3.8 |
Durability
Toebox durability
However, the thin engineered mesh of the tear drop brooks midi skirt leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to durability.
We put it through our standardized Dremel test, where we apply consistent force and time to each shoe, and this one ended up at the bottom of the pile with a 1/5 score.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 1 |
Average | 2.6 |
Heel padding durability
Brooks pulled off a wonderful surprise with the heel. It's crafted from a durable-yet-comfy material, which really shines in this test.
Brooks Dare Crossback Run Bra!

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 5 |
Average | 3.3 |
Outsole hardness
Switching our attention to the outsole, the American brand takes a no-risk approach. Our measurements revealed a hardness of 80.5 HC, providing a nice grip without any issues of wear and tear.
Brooks Drive Convertible Run Womens Bra.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 80.5 HC |
Average | 79.5 HC |
Outsole durability
We utilized the Dremel for one final test, and the outsole of the tear drop brooks midi skirt performed well.
Once the test was complete, we measured 0.67-mm indentation in the rubber—an okay outcome. On average, we get a deeper dent in running shoes.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 0.7 mm |
Average | 1.1 mm |
Outsole thickness
But there's still a vital part missing in the outsole puzzle. Fortunately, we've measured its thickness at 3.6 mm—more than enough to back up our well-founded claims of strong durability.
Yet it's not so much as to result in a significant weight increase in the shoe. It's a smart, well-balanced approach.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 3.6 mm |
Average | 3.3 mm |
Misc
Reflective elements
Many shoes today lack reflective pieces, a feature that's unfortunately becoming less common. The GTS 23 from Brooks does include some, but we're sincerely hoping for additional reflective elements in the next version. Come on, Brooks, what about a reflective logo?

tear drop brooks midi skirt | Yes |
Tongue padding
Fans of padded tongues—maybe because they often experience lace bite or need to tighten the knots a lot—will find this to be an amazing shoe in that regard.
Brooks went all out, and as can be seen in the picture, they added not just one, but two layers of padding into the tongue for an incredible thickness of 11.7 mm.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | 11.7 mm |
Average | 5.8 mm |
Tongue: gusset type
Striving for a good balance between comfort and solid lockdown, the tongue of this shoe is semi-gusseted. We believe that's the right approach for this type of shoe.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | Both sides (semi) |
Heel tab
Brooks is one of those brands that consistently skips adding heel tabs to their shoes, and they've proven it yet again.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | None |
Removable insole
One great thing about this Brooks shoe is that the insole can be taken out. This means you won't run into any trouble if you want to use your own orthotics.

tear drop brooks midi skirt | Yes |