Brooks
Brooks Glycerin 22 Running Shoe
Glycerin 22
Owner verdict · 20 owner reportsThe Brooks Glycerin 22 delivers plush max-cushion comfort for easy miles, but a snugger fit and mixed durability divide long-time fans.Read the full verdict ↓- ✓Brooks' most cushioned neutral trainer
- ✓Twenty-second version of the Glycerin line
- ✓Links to the men's listing; women's sizes are a separate listing
The Brooks Glycerin 22 delivers plush max-cushion comfort for easy miles, but a snugger fit and mixed durability divide long-time fans.
Buy this if you want plush, high-stack comfort for slow recovery runs. Pass if you need a responsive shoe for speedwork or preferred the roomier fit of previous Glycerin generations.
The Brooks Glycerin 22 updates the brand's flagbearer cushioning shoe with the new DNA Tuned midsole, delivering a soft step-in feel and a plush ride. Owners consistently highlight the shoe as an excellent option for easy recovery runs, long training days, and walking, praising its comfortable upper and forgiving heel impact.
However, long-time wearers of the Glycerin line frequently note changes that disrupt their experience. The fit is noticeably tighter and narrower throughout compared to the Glycerin 21 and earlier versions. Runners also point out minor design annoyances, such as short laces and a tongue that tends to drift during runs, alongside arch or calf discomfort caused by the transition between the soft heel and firmer forefoot.
At faster paces, the shoe shows its limits. The high stack height eliminates ground feel, and the midsole provides little energy return, making tempo runs feel flat or sluggish.
Owners Love
- +Plush DNA Tuned foam cushioning provides exceptional step-in comfort for easy miles
- +Soft and breathable upper material
- +Comfortable heel cushioning ideal for heel strikers during long runs
Owners Flag
- −Tighter and narrower fit throughout compared to previous Glycerin models
- −Short laces and a sliding tongue
- −Lacks responsiveness and energy return for faster paces
- −Inconsistent tread durability with reports of premature outsole wear
"It is like walking on air."
After 6–12 Months
Longevity reports vary significantly. Lighter runners report logging over 500 miles, while others experience noticeable tread wear and reduced cushioning support between 200 and 400 miles.
Best for
Heel strikers and daily runners seeking a soft max-cushion shoe for easy, slow-paced training days.
Not for
Runners seeking a lively, fast shoe for tempo days, or previous Glycerin wearers needing a wide toe box.
Verdict based on owner experiences across owner communities. Last updated October 2026. How we build a verdict →
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What owners report, topic by topic
Cushioning & Ride
DNA Tuned foam offers a soft, plush feel on impact that excels during slow, long runs, though it lacks bounce for fast paces.
Fit & Upper Comfort
The fit runs narrower and tighter throughout than previous versions, accompanied by short laces and tongue drift issues.
Durability
Wear resistance is inconsistent; some runners exceed 500 miles easily while others note outsole degradation before 300 miles.
Versatility & Speed
The high stack height and muted energy return restrict this shoe strictly to easy days, walking, and slow recovery runs.
Common problems, compared with other running shoes
Running Shoes: The Most Common Problems Owners Report →| Owner reports raising a problem with | This model | All running shoes |
|---|---|---|
| Fit and comfort | 50%10 of 20 | 19% |
| Durability and wear | 10%2 of 20 | 19% |
| Cushioning and ride | 20%4 of 20 | 18% |
| Traction and grip | 0%0 of 20 | 1% |
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🛒 Buy on AmazonSpecifications
- Type
- Neutral road, max cushion
- Listing
- Men's
Key Features
- ✓Brooks' most cushioned neutral trainer
- ✓Twenty-second version of the Glycerin line
- ✓Links to the men's listing; women's sizes are a separate listing
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