Cushioned shoes:
Designed for runners who want a more flexible and responsive feel.

Motion control shoes:
Built for the larger runner, or a person who needs extreme pronation control (this means your feet roll inward too much when you run).

Performance shoes:
Designed for runners who need good pronation control and want a more flexible, responsive feel.

Trail shoes:
Technically advanced shoes in the all-season-running category, offering the stability, responsiveness and traction needed for training on trails or roads.

Terms and definitions of the many components featured in Brooks Running Shoes.

DRB Accel
Enhances motion control in the midsole area.

Substance 257
For the best combination in durability and cushioning, Brooks has taken 25% rubber and 75% EVA to make a midsole compound that is super-durable and comfortable.

HPR (High Performance Rubber)
This outsole is denser, with a higher carbon content to provide a longer and more improved duration of wear.

Bi-Directional Lug Pattern
This pattern provides superior traction from heel to toe. Ideal for off-road adventures.

Arch Lug
The Arch Lug helps reduce the rate of pronation while continuing to bring additional support to the shoe.

Podular Technology
In order for the forefoot to bend and flex comfortably, Brooks has designed the midsole and outsole into smaller sections. It also increases cushioning and responsiveness.

Forefoot HydroFlow®
The fluid flow found in the forefoot protects the bones and maintains unbeatable cushioning. The flow of the liquid filled pads add shock absorption as well as stability.

HydroFlow ST®
This liquid filled pad is found in the rearfoot to help decelerate the heel upon impact. The movement of fluid to the outer ring increases stability as it swells to cup the heel.

Toe Bumper
While facing obstacles on the trail, the toe bumper gives added protection for the shoe as well as the wearer.

Heel Counter
At the back of the shoe, the heel counter continually stability as it holds the rearfoot in place.

Breathable Air Mesh
Mesh material in the shoe lets your feet stay cool and comfortable, by providing breathability.

Microfiber Synthetic Leather
A lightweight and breathable material for the best fit and feel in a performance shoe.

Comfort Collar
At the rearfoot collar of the shoe, Brooks has put together soft fabric and soft cushioning to help avoid uncomfortable rubbing.

Diagonal Rollbar™
In the midsole, this wedge-shaped components delivers stability and minimizes pronation. The high density EVA of the Diagonal Rollbar™ resists compression, thus protecting the runner from overuse injuries due to pronation.

HyperPod
For performance in a shoe, the number of pods and the configuration of flex grooves direct the shoe to flex in a more natural, forward motion.

StablePod
These pods on the sole of the shoe are designed to decrease side-to side- flex, thereby increasing stability. A single flex groove is run from the forefoot through to the rearfoot, with the StablePods on each side.

CushPod
The mapping of the flex grooves and the number of pods create superior cushioning and forefoot flexibility.

MC-Pod
The MC-Pod is for increased flexibility of the forefoot, without compromising motion control. Flex grooves are run from medial to lateral side of the foot, as to decrease the amount of movement from side to side.

TerraPod
Over-sized pods and extended lugs work to offer the best traction possible with an outsole that continues to bend and flex naturally.