Podiatrist-loved Brooks Shoes Are on Sale at Zappos

You know you can count on a shoe brand when it’s backed by a legion of podiatrists, nurses, and ultrarunners. Brooks is one of those brands, and I myself have even been saved by a pair of their comfortable, supportive shoes: my feet became so sore training for a marathon, I almost dropped out. That is, until I discovered my love of Brooks shoes and found the cushioning I needed to keep going in comfort. Since then, I’ve worn Brooks sneakers across finish lines, on the narrow souk streets of Morocco, and up the sandstone slopes of my local hiking trails in Ohio.

But never mind my recommendation—many pairs of Brooks have earned the prestigious American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Seal of Acceptance, which is given to products that promote good foot health, according to a committee of podiatrists. One of those styles is the Brooks Ghost 16, a durable and versatile design that can be your go-to for walks around the block or packing as your favorite travel shoes. We found a water-repellent version of these shoes that are perfect for the upcoming unpredictable fall weather—wear them for rainy, wet days on your next shoulder season vacation. And right now, you can grab them for 27 percent off.

Brooks Women’s Ghost 16 Weatherized

The precursor to the Ghost 17 design that debuted this May, the Ghost 16 is known as the no-frills Goldilocks shoe of Brooks’ lineup. It has just enough soft cushioning to keep you comfortable, but not so much plushness that the soles weigh it down or take up unnecessary space in your suitcase. Ideal for neutral runners and suitable for everyday wear, the shoe combines the best of both worlds: simplicity and performance.

Thanks to a special cushioning created by Brooks, reviewers find the insole to be pillowy and cloud-like. According to the brand, they infuse nitrogen in their cushioning to make it softer, lighter, and have more bounce back. Plus, they’re made with great arch support, praised by people with especially high arches.

Brooks Men’s Ghost 16 Weatherized

Another special property of these Ghost 16 shoes is the weatherization feature, created by a water-resistant mesh upper to keep your feet dry and an enhanced traction so you don’t slip on wet surfaces. The weatherized upper also helps regulate the temperature inside the shoe so your feet don’t overheat, and it even features reflectors for running or walking in low-visibility conditions—like a dark, rainy day.

One reviewer called them “fantastic shoes for messy Midwestern winter runs,” noting that their feet stay dry and warm, “yet [the] shoes are not clunky.” A nurse wrote that Brooks’ Ghost 16 sneakers are “some of the most comfortable shoes I have worn.”

On sale for $110, these Brooks shoes are a rare $40 off their regular $150 price, in both women’s and men’s sizes. You can save up to 30 percent off other styles, too, which you can shop below if you’re looking for other styles or designs from the popular footwear brand.

More Brooks Sneakers on Sale at Zappos

Brooks Women’s Revel 7 Sneakers

Brooks Women’s Adrenaline GTS 24 Weatherized Sneakers

Brooks Women’s Ghost 16 GTX Sneakers

Brooks Men’s Ghost Max 2 Sneakers

Brooks Men’s Cascadia 18 GTX Sneakers

At the time of publishing, the price started at $110.

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