An extra grippy rubber outsole provides durability and traction on uneven ground. And the enhanced air mesh upper promises breathability, while still offering a secure fit. Best, the sole is specially designed to lessen extra pressure on the balls of your feet as you walk or run. “Such a comfortable breathable shoe,” one review says. “Feels like I’m walking on a cloud and when you run for 12hrs at a Hospital that’s saying a lot!”

Both the women’s and men’s styles come in a bunch of natural and vibrant colorways, offering narrow, wide and extra-wide options. The women’s sizes run 5-13 and men’s 7-15, both with half-sizes.

“I absolutely love the ghost 16 neutral. I’ve searched for years for a comfortable all day shoe, no matter if it’s working those long 12 hour shifts, long walks or runs or just to wear daily no matter the reason. THIS is the shoe. I highly recommend because my painful feet no longer hurt me as long as I wear these daily. I will be purchasing more colors only in the GHOST 16 NEUTRAL. Thank you Brooks for making a shoe that truly helps alleviate pain.” — Jessica

“Have never worn Brooks and these were super comfortable right out of the box. I walk 8 miles per day on average and these have been a great addition to my rotation. So far I have only used on flat well maintained trails. I have somewhat wide feet and these have fit fine (if you have really wide feet they could be too narrow).” —DB

“I love these! I don’t think I realized how worn out my old shoes were until I put these on. The support and traction/slip resistance is great and I’m obsessed with the color. I am a nurse working long hospital shifts and Brooks Ghosts are my favorite – my Danskos, ASICS, and Brooks Trace all sit in the closet abandoned when I head out for work. I haven’t had any problems with plantar fasciitis since switching to these and I think my knees might even hurt a little less. I work with kids and the wild colors are a big hit. Definitely would recommend!” —Soda Pop

“I have super wide feet so it’s always really hard for me to find shoes that fit and that don’t hurt my feet after a few hours of wear. I purchased the x-wide and they are the first shoes I’ve tried that don’t make my feet feel squished. I’ve worn them all day, and they required no breaking in. I just wish the x-wide was offered in more colors!” —Me

“Brooks never disappoints. And in this case, exceeded my expectations.Typically I carry my weight on the inside of my foot so my feet turn inwards. The arch support is so good that I don’t have to correct that anymore. Great for walk/running. Very comfortable and supportive without looking geriatric.” — Amy E. Wright

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