This Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 review covers the most popular stability shoe on the market. It costs about $155 at full price and combines softer DNA Loft v3 foam with Brooks' GuideRails, which keep your foot in line without a hard post. Reviewers and independent lab testers praise the support, traction and durability. It is heavier than many neutral rivals, so it suits steady daily miles and walking better than fast running.
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Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 Review (2026): $155?
4/5
our rating
our rating
$155Full price on Brooks’s site, checked Oct 7, 2026
Best for: Overpronators and anyone wanting steady, supportive daily miles with width options.
Skip it if: You want a light, springy shoe or you run neutral and prefer a snappy ride.
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What we like
- GuideRails support is subtle, not stiff
- DNA Loft v3 is softer than version 24
- Four widths from Narrow to X-Wide
- Durable outsole and good traction per testers
- Covered by Brooks' 90-day Run Happy trial
Watch out for
- Heavy (300 g men's)
- Modest energy return
- Price creeps up each year
On this page
Fit and sizing
RunRepeat's 229 owner votes call the Adrenaline GTS 25 true to size, and Brooks sells Narrow, Regular, Wide and X-Wide widths, one of the broadest ranges in our list. The upper is comfortable and reviewers like the daily-wear feel. Browse widths in our running shoe finder.
Cushioning and ride
Brooks lists a 37 mm heel and 27 mm forefoot stack with a 10 mm drop. The DNA Loft v3 midsole tested about 27% softer than the version 24, and RunRepeat notes improved shock absorption. Energy return is modest, so the ride is steady and calm.
How it performs as a stability trainer
GuideRails are side supports that limit excess motion at the heel and knee area, so the feel is gentle. It is suited to heel strikers and everyday miles. Many walkers and people on their feet at work also pick it. Our stability shoe list compares the field.
Price and value
At about $155 at full price, it is competitively priced for a stability shoe, and last year's model is often on sale. The 90-day Run Happy trial helps if you are unsure about fit.
Alternatives
The HOKA Arahi 9 and Nike Structure 26 are the closest rivals. For a neutral Brooks, see the Ghost 18. More on the Brooks brand page.
Who should skip it
Skip the Adrenaline GTS 25 if you run neutral and want a light shoe, or if you prefer the bounce of newer foams.
Specs
| For | Men & women |
|---|---|
| Sizes | Men's and women's US sizes (full range not captured) |
| Extended fits | Wide widths |
| Weight | 300 g (10.6 oz) |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 10 mm |
| Heel stack | 37 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 27 mm |
| Cushioning | Balanced |
| Support | Stability |
| Widths | Narrow, Regular, Wide, X-Wide |
| Plate | None |
| Midsole foam | DNA Loft v3 with GuideRails |
| Surface | Road |
| Best use | Daily |
| Good for | Running, Walking, Everyday wear, All-day standing |
The verdict
A dependable, supportive daily shoe with the widest width options around. It is heavy and not exciting, but for steady miles and long days it is hard to beat at about $155. Skip it if you want a light, springy shoe or you run neutral and prefer a snappy ride.
Alternatives to consider
Frequently asked questions
Is the Adrenaline GTS 25 good for walking?
Many owners wear it for walking and standing because of the stable platform. If you have ongoing foot pain, see a podiatrist. Specs here come from the brand and independent testers, since we have not tested it ourselves. Check the brand page or a retailer for the latest colors, sizes and price before you order.
What does GTS mean?
Go-To Support, Brooks' label for its GuideRails stability system that guides your foot without a hard medial post. Specs here come from the brand and independent testers, since we have not tested it ourselves. Check the brand page or a retailer for the latest colors, sizes and price before you order.
Does the Adrenaline GTS 25 run small?
RunRepeat's owner votes say it fits true to size. Fit is personal, so try it on with your usual socks if you can, and buy from a retailer with an easy return policy. Specs here come from the brand and independent testers, since we have not tested it ourselves.
What changed from the GTS 24?
It has a softer DNA Loft v3 midsole, a slightly lower stack and a $5 price increase per RunRepeat. Specs here come from the brand and independent testers, since we have not tested it ourselves. Check the brand page or a retailer for the latest colors, sizes and price before you order.
Sources and last checked · Oct 7, 2026
Notes: Price $155 per Brooks men's running page (RunRepeat shows $145 and says it rose about $5; we use the brand page figure; women's price not retrieved). Weight 300 g men's, 266 g women's, drop 10 mm, stack 37/27 mm are Brooks' figures as quoted by RunRepeat; lab 295 g, 10.2 mm, 36.1/25.9 mm. Widths Narrow/Normal/Wide/X-Wide. Foam DNA Loft v3 (lab 34.5 AC, 27% softer than v24). Sizing: true to size (229 votes). Ratings estimated; we have not tested this shoe.
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