Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 Review: The Anniversary Edition
The Brooks Adrenaline GTS has been a trusted support shoe for a quarter of a century.
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Features
Find your perfect support in the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25.
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, this trusted stability shoe brings extra cushioning to the party while keeping Brooks’ GuideRails technology that's guided millions of miles. With 3 mm more DNA Loft v3 foam than last year's model, the Adrenaline GTS 25 delivers that balanced, supportive ride that's made it a favorite for daily training, long runs and everything in between.
Details:
- Upper: The engineered mesh wraps around your foot with a comfortable, secure feel. The plush tongue and padded heel collar add extra security, while the stretchy pull tab makes getting out the door faster on busy mornings. The fit feels true-to-size across different foot shapes.
- Midsole: DNA Loft v3 foam is injected with nitrogen to stay light, soft and durable over hundreds of miles. The extra 3 mm of cushioning (2.5 mm in the heel, 3.5 mm in the forefoot) brings the drop down to 10 mm for smoother transitions. GuideRails technology provides firm support on both sides of the shoe, with extra rigidity on the medial side for runners who need it.
- Outsole: Durable construction delivers reliable traction and long-lasting wear for runners and walkers building consistent mileage.
Tech Specs
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
| Weight |
9.5 oz (W), 10.6 oz (M)
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|---|---|
| Stack height (heel/forefoot) |
37 mm/27 mm
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| Heel-to-toe drop |
10 mm
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| Experience |
Support
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| Surface |
Road
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| Ride | 2/5 on the Firm to Plush Scale |
| Cushioning | 3/5 on the Minimum to Maximum Scale |
| Energy | 2/5 on the Relaxed to Propulsive Scale |
| Category | stability |
What's New
The Adrenaline GTS 25 adds 3 mm more DNA Loft v3 cushioning while bringing the heel-to-toe drop down to 10 mm for a smoother, more modern ride. The updated construction maintains that firm, supportive feel the Adrenaline is known for while making it slightly softer than previous versions.
Who It's Best For
The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 is perfect for runners and walkers who need reliable support for daily miles. Whether you're just starting out and building consistency, getting back into running after time away or simply want a trustworthy shoe that delivers gentle guidance in a comfortable package, this shoe has been a fan-favorite of runners and walkers for 25 years for good reason.
Why You'll Love It
You'll love how the Adrenaline GTS 25 makes showing up for your runs feel easier and more comfortable. This shoe gives you the foundation to keep logging miles without worrying about your feet. When you need a shoe that just works, day after day and mile after mile, the Adrenaline GTS 25 will be there supporting every step.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Great sneakers!
Love these sneakers. Easy to put and super comfortable.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
My Favorite Brooks
Been using for 35 years! Excellent fit! Gives the stability I need!
Star Rating is 4 / 5
Newer and a little bit roomier
I’ve been walking with the GTS adrenaline for about 10 years. The 25 is one of the best yet. I also have a pair of the Ghost Max3 and between the two I like the wide toe box of the Ghost but also the stability of the GTS. I think the GTS has the feel of control while not being overly cushy. I would recommend the Adrenaline to anyone on their feet all day for comfort and control.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Great fit and great soles
I love the look and feel of these. First pair of Brooks. I used to wear Hoka Clifton until the new ones didn’t fit the same.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Excellent running shoes!
I’ve battled shin splints for years and these shoes paired with powerstep insoles have me running pain free. Would purchase again.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Marines Best Friend
My husband usually gets wide fit shoes so he was skeptical. He’s had issues with his feet since retiring from the USMC. He’s said he loves the way the shoe is designed to hug the foot. He mentioned that it’s firm yet soft.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Beyound Expectation
Great fitting and extremely Comfortable and Beyound expectation. The accuracy of the foot analyzer made all the differencein getting me in the proper shoe after a life time of wearing subandard shoes. In My opinion pay the extra cost for a shoe that will fit properly right out of the box as in my case and it felt 100% right the minute I took my first steps, amazing. Your feet and your body will thank you. The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 is perfect for me as a daily walker with my Dog and offered great and needed reliable support and a smooth step I suffered from overpronation, flat feet, and knee pain and GuideRails support, gives me stability and the shock absorption, and comfort I needed. Thank you fleet feet for your outstanding serivce and thank you Brooks for a fine and outstanding shoe. I will be back in the future.
Star Rating is 3 / 5
Disappointed
I have to admit that I'm a bit disappointed in these running shoes given the simple fact that they were $100+ more than the 4 pairs of Skechers (~$50+/pair) that I've purchased in the past 3 - 4 years. I can hardly tell the difference between the two brands. Obviously others can, but I can't. Additionally, the original shipment received was actually size 13 and not the 12-1/2 that was ordered. No big deal but just more red tape to return and wait. I do like the narrow B-width that was ordered but, again, not the "walking on air" feel that several friends have advertised when they purchased running shoes from FF. I suspect the next pair of tennis shoes for me will be Skechers.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Adrenaline 25 GTS
This shoe for me fit better than last years shoe for all my walking. Best fit. I will buy a second pair.
