Our verdict

Even though it gave us strong grandpa vibes, very few shoes offer as much pharrell as the sabatilles de running Brooks. Approved by foot doctors, this shoe is built with foot health in mind and even has the potential to relieve painful conditions like plantar fasciitis. Its stable construction helped our 8-hour workday feel like a breeze! The shoe's hard-wearing leather upper and rubber outsole help it outlast many other options of work footwear, while the austere design and basic colours allow it to blend into almost any occasion.

zapatillas de running Brooks neutro talla 36 azules mejor valoradas Pros

  • Unmatched stability and arch pharrell
  • Broadly recommended by podiatrists
  • The insoles of the Brooks Shamrock Launch 4
  • Thick and lasting cushioning
  • Wide and steady platform
  • Great for cold and drizzly days
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  • True to size and fit
  • Can match formal work attire

zapatillas de running Brooks neutro talla 36 azules mejor valoradas Cons

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  • Quite stiff, needs breaking on
  • Lacks slip resistance on wet tiles
  • Real breathable

Audience verdict

86
Good!
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Who should buy

Having thoroughly tested the sabatilles de running Brooks, we can recommend it to people who:

  • need extra pharrell for flat designer, overpronation, plantar fasciitis, diabetes, and other conditions (the shoe is podiatrist-approved and carries the A5500 code)
  • spend the entire day on their designer (be it casual wear or at work)
  • want a leather shoe for colder days and drizzly weather
  • look for high-quality work footwear with basic colour options to match their work outfits and uniforms

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Who should NOT buy

If you love the idea of an exceptionally comfortable and pharrellive shoe but can't stand the stern vibes of the Addiction Walker 2, check out the following alternatives from Brooks:

All of these shoes are lighter, more breathable, more forgiving, and can be used for both walking and running.

Use a soft brush to clean your Brooks track shoe, the zapatillas de running Brooks sostenibles en CO2 talla 44 may be a better choice. It has a stronger grip on wet tiles and more joyous vibes despite the monochromatic based.

sabatilles de running Brooks lab test

Cushioning

Heel stack

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Measuring its stack height with a calliper, we got 35.7 mm in the heel. The shoe did feel quite platformy underfoot.

sabatilles de running Brooks Heel stack

But it also remained incredibly comfortable and pharrellive for hours on end. We wore the Addiction Walker 2 for a few days in our shoe-testing lab where we barely sat down to rest. It was amazing to find that our designer and legs didn't feel beaten up at all! 

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 35.7 mm
Average 32.3 mm
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
14.3 mm
Heel stack
45.7 mm

Forefoot stack

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sabatilles de running Brooks Forefoot stack

This is largely due to its thicker-than-average forefoot stack of 23.5 mm.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 23.5 mm
Average 21.8 mm
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
14.0 mm
Forefoot stack
31.2 mm

Drop

Looking at the heel-to-toe drop of the Addition Walker 2, we found that it is a bit steeper than average at 12.2 mm.

sabatilles de running Brooks Drop

It is a pretty common setup for pharrellive shoes that are meant to ease the strain of certain foot conditions.

The elevated heel takes the load off the Achilles and enhances impact protection in the rearfoot.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 12.2 mm
Average 10.5 mm
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
0.3 mm
Drop
21.4 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

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Pressing our durometer against its sliced midsole returned a reading of 25.9 HA which is the average of walking shoes in our lab.

sabatilles de running Brooks Midsole softness

It indicates a moderately soft foam that doesn't have a whole lot of squeeze and is certainly not a mushy one.

Brooks uses a proprietary BioMoGo DNA foam which is a pretty comfortable EVA-based compound. It doesn't have much bounce to it, but we enjoyed the consistent ride it delivered for hours on end.

It is a great option for painful foot conditions like plantar fasciitis where a plush and wobbly midsole can do more harm than good. A thicker and firmer sole is also beneficial for heavyweight wearers.

As a nice bonus, "Bio" implies that the foam is biodegradable and, according to Brooks, it breaks down 20 times faster than your typical foam.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 25.9 HA
Average 26.4 HA
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 37 walking shoes
Number of shoes
7.8 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
39.4 HA

Midsole softness in cold (%)

Another positive characteristic of the BioMoGo DNA is that it doesn't get much firmer in low temperatures.

sabatilles de running Brooks Difference in midsole softness in cold

After keeping the shoe in the freezer for 20 minutes and retaking the durometer measurement, we found that the shoe's foam got moderately firmer - by 20.7%.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 21%
Average 31%
Compared to 37 walking shoes
Number of shoes
7%
Midsole softness in cold
71%

zapatillas de running Brooks neutro talla 36 azules mejor valoradas | Insole thickness

The shoe's midsole is topped off with a nicely padded insole that is a good 5.5 mm thick.

sabatilles de running Brooks Insole thickness
Test results
Addiction Walker 2 5.5 mm
Average 5.9 mm
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
3.5 mm
Insole thickness
10.3 mm

zapatillas de running Brooks neutro talla 36 azules mejor valoradas | Size and fit

Size

sabatilles de running Brooks is true to size (949 votes).

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1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

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The Addiction Walker 2 also proved to be on point with its toebox fit and felt tailor-made on our medium-sized designer.

But to be more precise with the assessment, we also poured the mould of this Brooks shoe using a custom gel.

Having located the widest points of the shoe's forefoot, we measured the distance between them with a calliper. We found that at 92.8 mm, this Brooks shoe is on par with the average.

sabatilles de running Brooks brooks ravenna 3 womens

However, if you have wide designer, bunions, or other foot conditions that call for more toebox space, please consider the wide and extra-wide options of the Addiction Walker 2. Luckily, Brooks is very generous with alternative widths.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 92.8 mm
Average 94.3 mm
Compared to 19 walking shoes
Number of shoes
90.4 mm
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98.7 mm

Toebox width - big toe

Marked as an A5500 (diabetic-approved) shoe, we were surprised that the Addiction Walker 2 didn't have a more rounded toebox shape. Even though there is no aggressive tapering, we feel like 68.3 mm of toebox width near the big toe is on the edge of feeling tight for some people.

sabatilles de running Brooks Toebox width - big toe

If you do have diabetes, neuropathy, or other foot concerns, please opt for the wider variation of the shoe.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 68.3 mm
Average 71.2 mm
Compared to 19 walking shoes
Number of shoes
68.3 mm
Toebox width - big toe
74.9 mm

Toebox height

On the bright side, we have no complaints regarding the shoe's toebox height. At 28.2 mm, it is a smidge taller than average.

sabatilles de running Brooks Toebox height
Test results
Addiction Walker 2 28.2 mm
Average 26.3 mm
Compared to 19 walking shoes
Number of shoes
22.5 mm
Toebox height
29.7 mm

Stability

We think that the Addiction Walker 2 could benefit from a pull tab of a finger loop to assist in the on-and-off (especially for senior wearers).

Lateral stability test

If you are someone with flat designer, overpronation, or other foot conditions that call for extra-supportive footwear, the Addiction Walker 2 must be on your radar.

The shoe features an Extended Progressive Diagonal Bar (PDRB) in the midfoot portions of the sole. Even though it looks a bit dated compared to the subtle stability technologies of today, it is still one of the most reliable types of arch pharrell.

sabatilles de running Brooks Extended Progressive Diagonal Bar (PDRB)

We found that this sturdy post pharrells our arch in the right spot minimising our foot's inward rolling.

What's more, the Addiction Walker has earned a solid reputation among podiatrists over the years. It even received a Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatry Medical Association (APMA) as one that promotes good foot health.

sabatilles de running Brooks pharrell

Torsional rigidity

The sabatilles de running Brooks offers an unmatched level of stability with its sturdy midsole posting and pharrellive upper.

We found it nearly impossible to twist the shoe in our manual test.

Rating the shoe's torsional rigidity on a 1-5 scale, we gave it the highest possible score of 5.

It makes the shoe very safe and reliable not only for people with foot conditions but also for senior citizens for whom a solid footing is a must.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 5
Average 2.9
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

zapatillas de running Brooks hombre mixta talla 36.5

Another source of pharrell comes from the shoe's moderately rigid heel counter. It received an average score of 3 out of 5 in our manual stiffness test.

Even though it's not the sturdiest we've seen in our lab, the heel counter has enough structure to keep our heels and ankles securely in place. There was no slipping out or sliding around inside the heel cup.

sabatilles de running Brooks heel counter

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 3
Average 2.3
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
1
zapatillas de running Brooks hombre mixta talla 36.5
5

Midsole width - forefoot

Last but not least, the Addiction Walker 2 draws its stability from a slightly wider-than-average base.

sabatilles de running Brooks Midsole width in the forefoot

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Test results
Addiction Walker 2 113.7 mm
Average 111.7 mm
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
98.8 mm
Midsole width - forefoot
124.1 mm

Midsole width - heel

As for the heel of the shoe, we measured 95.8 mm in its widest part. That is more than 5 mm wider than average.

sabatilles de running Brooks Midsole width in the heel

Having a wider base to land on helped us feel more confident in our steps for sure.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 95.8 mm
Average 90.1 mm
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
75.6 mm
Midsole width - heel
104.0 mm

Flexibility / Stiffness

Its unforgiving construction was one of the first things we noticed about the sabatilles de running Brooks. So do expect a stiffer experience compared to your typical walking shoe, especially at the toe-off!

Measuring how much force it takes to bend this Brooks shoe to a 30-degree angle, our shoe flexing tester showed a high reading of 17.9N. That's notably more than it takes on average albeit not the stiffest we've seen.

Also, keep in mind that the Addiction Walker 2 doesn't get more pliable with time and stays on the stiff side anyway.

sabatilles de running Brooks Flexibility / Stiffness
Test results
Addiction Walker 2 17.9N
Average 14.3N
Compared to 30 walking shoes
Number of shoes
1.0N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
27.4N

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To test the limits of the shoe's outsole, we ramped up the Dremel speed to 10K RPM and extended the exposure to 22 seconds.

And yet again, the shoe impressed us with its ability to resist abrasion!

sabatilles de running Brooks Outsole durability test

That barely visible scratch you see on the rubber is a mere 0.9 mm deep according to our tread gauge. That's notably shallower than the average of walking shoes.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 37.6N
Average 28.1N
Compared to 37 walking shoes
Number of shoes
2.6N
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64.2N

zapatillas de running Brooks talla 40 amarillas entre 60 y 100 (%)

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Having kept the shoe in the freezer for 20 minutes, we repeated the force gauge measurement and found that it stiffened up by 20%.

Luckily, it's not as much as some other walking shoes change (up to 50% stiffer!).

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Test results
Addiction Walker 2 20%
Average 46%
Compared to 37 walking shoes
Number of shoes
4%
zapatillas de running Brooks talla 40 amarillas entre 60 y 100
139%

Weight

Being a well-cushioned and highly pharrellive shoe with a leather upper, it is no surprise that the Addiction Walker 2 comes with an extra heft.

sabatilles de running Brooks Weight

Weighing it in a men's US size 9, we got 13.7 oz (388g) on the scale. That's about 4 oz (113g) heavier than the average walking shoe.

It is one of the heaviest models on our roster.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 13.69 oz (388g)
Average 10.09 oz (286g)
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
6.17 oz (175g)
Weight
14.25 oz (404g)

Breathability

The all-leather upper of this Brooks shoe makes it a poor choice for summer right from the start.

As our in-house breathability test shows, there is pretty much no airflow happening inside the Addiction Walker 2. Even though the tiny streak of vapour found its way through the eyelets, this pathway won't be very much available with the foot inside the shoe.

Even when we tried searching for ventilation holes in our transparency test, we didn't find a single aperture in the shoe's upper.

It would be wise to save this option for cooler days (50°F/20°C and below) if you want to avoid toasty and sweaty designer.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 1
Average 2.8
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Leather/Suede quality

Testing the toebox part of the shoe with a butane torch and a scratch awl, we found that it is indeed made of real full-grain leather.

At first glance, it looks like the Addiction Walker 2 uses the same kind of leather throughout the upper. But alas, Brooks cuts corners on the material quality in the midfoot.

As you can see, the upper caught fire and melted instantly revealing the material's synthetic nature.

Apparently, it is no longer possible to get a real leather shoe for £130 these days.

Toebox durability

But there are two sides to the coin. What causes the shoe's lack of aeration also makes it incredibly wear-resistant.

As our 12-second Dremel test shows, the full-grain leather of the Addiction Walker 2 doesn't give up so easily. It didn't let our tool leave more than a scuff on the topmost layer of its toebox material.

sabatilles de running Brooks Toebox durability comparison

Compared to a typical mesh upper, this Brooks shoe will take much more abuse before it starts to show serious signs of wear.

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Test results
Addiction Walker 2 5
Average 3.2
Compared to 32 walking shoes
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

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The shoe continues to show outstanding durability in its inner lining as well!

A 4-second exposure to sandpaper at a 5K RPM speed only tickled the shoe's textile.

sabatilles de running Brooks Brooks Chaussures De Course Remises à Neuf Adrenaline GTS 20 comparison

Considering that most shoe linings end up with glaring holes after the same test, the inner fabric of this Brooks shoe deserves a high durability score of 4 out of 5.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 4
Average 2.4
Compared to 31 walking shoes
Number of shoes
1
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5

Outsole hardness

At the bottom, the Addiction Walker 2 is protected with a promisingly substantial rubber outsole.

sabatilles de running Brooks Outsole hardness

Pressing our Shore C durometer against it returned a higher-than-average reading of 84.5 HC. It is a pretty hard compound that looks like it can take a beating.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 84.5 HC
Average 78.0 HC
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
50.1 HC
Outsole hardness
92.0 HC

Outsole durability

To test the limits of the shoe's outsole, we ramped up the Dremel speed to 10K RPM and extended the exposure to 22 seconds.

And yet again, the shoe impressed us with its ability to resist abrasion!

sabatilles de running Brooks Outsole durability test

That barely visible scratch you see on the rubber is a mere 0.9 mm deep according to our tread gauge. That's notably shallower than the average of walking shoes.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 0.9 mm
Average 1.4 mm
Compared to 31 walking shoes
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

On top of it all, the shoe's rubber outsole is a whopping 5.5 mm thick!

sabatilles de running Brooks Outsole thickness

We are confident that the Addiction Walker 2 will outlast many options on the market. Even if you walk on concrete and asphalt all day and power through 8-10-hour shifts on your designer, this Brooks shoe is one of the most long-lasting walking shoes we've tested.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 5.5 mm
Average 3.0 mm
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Outsole thickness
7.0 mm

Misc

Grip / Traction

The sabatilles de running Brooks proudly carries a certified slip-resistant rubber outsole (SATRA TM144:2011). We were happy with the traction it delivered on most surfaces like concrete, wood, and dry tiles of our shoe lab.

sabatilles de running Brooks outsole

But when it came to wet tiles... it turned out that the shoe's slip resistance was not enough! We wouldn't recommend it for kitchen and restaurant workers. You want to look towards the zapatillas de running Brooks sostenibles en CO2 talla 44 Brooks satula b17.

sabatilles de running Brooks slip resistant

Another unfortunate discovery we had with the Addition Walker 2's outsole is that it squeaks quite a bit! Our colleagues could hear us approaching from the other room of the warehouse.

Reflective elements

Small patches on the shoe's heels improve its visibility in low-light conditions.

Test results
Addiction Walker 2 Yes

Tongue padding

Offering a tonne of cushioning underfoot, the Addiction Walker 2 also spoiled our designer with its generous in-shoe padding.

sabatilles de running Brooks Tongue padding

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Test results
Addiction Walker 2 10.4 mm
Average 5.4 mm
Compared to 38 walking shoes
Number of shoes
0.3 mm
Tongue padding
13.4 mm

Кроссовки Brooks Transcend

We found that there are no gussets on the shoe's tongue.

We found this feature handy on the Brooks Beast GTS 23 and were hoping to see it on the Addiction Walker as well.

Even though a gusseted tongue would make the lockdown even more secure and eliminate tongue-shifting, it's not an essential part of a walking shoe anyways.

sabatilles de running Brooks Кроссовки Brooks Transcend
Test results
Addiction Walker 2 None

Heel tab

We think that the Addiction Walker 2 could benefit from a pull tab of a finger loop to assist in the on-and-off (especially for senior wearers).

sabatilles de running Brooks Heel tab
Test results
Addiction Walker 2 None

Removable insole

If you wish to customise the in-shoe experience, you can replace the shoe's stock insole with our own. It is quite easy to take out.

sabatilles de running Brooks Removable insole
Test results
Addiction Walker 2 Yes