Brooks Glycerin Max 2
The Glycerin Max 2 keeps the towering DNA Tuned midsole and GlideRoll rocker of the original while trimming a little weight and cleaning up the upper. It remains Brooks's plushest shoe, aimed at long, easy miles rather than anything fast.
Reach for the Brooks Glycerin Max 2 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.
- Class-leading cushioning depth
- Smoother, slightly lighter than version one
- Great for recovery and long easy runs
- Still heavy
- $200 for a trainer without a plate
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