Brooks Glycerin Max
The Glycerin Max was Brooks's first super-stacked trainer, with roughly 45mm of DNA Tuned foam under the heel and an aggressive GlideRoll rocker. It is a big, soft cruiser built for long runs and recovery days when you want maximum protection underfoot.
Reach for the Brooks Glycerin Max for long runs, easy recovery days and everyday training miles. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel — great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.
- Huge, protective cushioning
- Rocker makes the tall stack roll smoothly
- Softer heel with a more responsive forefoot
- Heavy and bulky
- Expensive
- Tall stack feels unstable on sharp turns
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