Brooks Glycerin 22 (2026)
max-cushion long-run shoe for road running, best at 10k and half-marathon. DNA Tuned nitrogen foam · Plush long-run feel · Wide sizes.
Specs
- Weight: 295 g (men's sample)
- Heel-to-toe drop: 10 mm
- Cushioning: 9/10 (our own scale)
- Terrain: road
- Support listed for: neutral
- Wide widths: yes
- Launch price: $165 MSRP (Premium)
Spec source: Brooks website (we have no direct product link recorded, so please confirm the specs there). Shoe data last reviewed May 2026.
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Who should think twice
- Nothing stands out in the specs we track, but fit is personal, so try it on if you can.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Brooks Glycerin 22 best for?
It is a max-cushion long-run shoe for road running, best at 10k and half-marathon. Its listed strengths are dna tuned nitrogen foam, plush long-run feel, wide sizes.
How much does the Brooks Glycerin 22 weigh?
It is listed at about 295 g (~10.4 oz) in a men's sample size.
What is the heel-to-toe drop of the Brooks Glycerin 22?
10 mm.
Does the Brooks Glycerin 22 come in wide sizes?
Wide widths are listed for the Glycerin 22.
Who should think twice about the Brooks Glycerin 22?
Nothing stands out in the specs we track, but fit is personal, so try it on if you can.
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