{"product_id":"brooks-ghost-26","title":"Brooks Ghost 18","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBROOKS GHOST 18\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe \"If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It\" Philosophy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brooks Ghost is often called the \"Goldilocks\" shoe. It’s notorious for being the most reliable workhorse on the market. When a shoe is this popular, the biggest fear is that the brand will \"over-engineer\" the next version and ruin what everyone loved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_7a274ae660054323-27\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-24\"\u003eWith the Ghost 18, Brooks kept the foundation that people trust—the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-24\"\u003eDNA LOFT v3 midsole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-24 citation-end-24\"\u003e—meaning it retains its hallmark balanced cushioning.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It’s not a super-squishy max-cushion marshmallow that makes you feel unstable, but it’s soft enough to absorb shock all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of completely rebuilding the shoe, Brooks focused on premium comfort tweaks. They targeted the upper part of the shoe to make the \"step-in\" feel even better:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_7a274ae660054323-28\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Tongue Upgrade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23 citation-end-23\"\u003e The previous version had a slightly stiff tongue that could press against the front of the ankle.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-22 citation-end-22\"\u003eThe Ghost 18 introduces a soft, flat-knit tongue that molds snugly over the top of the foot without irritation.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_7a274ae660054323-29\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBetter Breathability:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-21 citation-end-21\"\u003e They upgraded to a triple-jacquard engineered air mesh, making it lighter and much cooler if you're wearing them for long shifts or hot gym sessions.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_7a274ae660054323-30\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20\"\u003ePlusher First Step:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003e A new OrthoLite® X-60 sockliner gives it a noticeably softer, sponiger feel the absolute second you slide your foot inside.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy \"Safe\" is a Superpower:\u003c\/b\u003e In footwear, \"safe\" doesn't mean boring. It means predictable. Whether you are running a 5K, lifting at the gym, walking the dog, or standing on a hard hospital floor for a 12-hour shift, the Ghost 18 is designed to \"disappear\" on your foot so you don't have to think about pain or fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Spec Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are comparing it to what's in your closet, here is how the physical profile shapes up:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat It Means For You\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel Stack\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmple padding under the heel to absorb heavy impacts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eForefoot Stack\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeps you grounded enough to maintain good balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeel-to-Toe Drop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for heel-strikers and walkers; relieves tension on the Achilles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight (Men's)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e283 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight enough for running, sturdy enough for daily abuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Love\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZero \"Break-In\" Period\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome shoes require a few weeks of stiff, awkward miles before they finally start to shape to your feet. The Ghost 18 is famous for its immediate \"step-in comfort.\" The combination of the new OrthoLite® sockliner and the plush nitrogen-infused foam means that the second you lace them up, they feel broken-in and ready for a 5-mile run or an 8-hour shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIt Handles Everything You Throw at It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost shoes are built for one specific task. Race-day shoes are too unstable for the gym; max-cushion shoes are too clunky for quick walks; lifestyle sneakers don't have enough support for running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Running:\u003c\/b\u003e It offers a smooth, protective ride that absorbs pavement shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Gym\/Weights:\u003c\/b\u003e The 26 mm forefoot stack is stable enough that you won't feel like you're balancing on a mattress during squats or lunges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Walking\/Standing:\u003c\/b\u003e The high 10 mm heel drop takes the pressure off your calves and Achilles tendons, which prevents that deep, achy fatigue at the end of a long day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Feet Won't Overheat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever finished a workout or a long walk feeling like your feet were trapped in a plastic bag, you'll love the new engineered air mesh upper. It is designed with mapped zones of breathability, meaning it lets hot air escape from the top of your foot while keeping a secure, locked-in fit around the sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, you will love it because it removes the friction from your active day. It is a premium, durable tool that protects your joints and lets you focus on your movement rather than your feet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brooks","offers":[{"title":"13","offer_id":51987928154408,"sku":"1104931D281-13","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.5","offer_id":51987928187176,"sku":"1104931D281-12.5","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"12","offer_id":51987928219944,"sku":"1104931D281-12","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"11.5","offer_id":51987928252712,"sku":"1104931D281-11.5","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"11","offer_id":51987928285480,"sku":"1104931D281-11","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10.5","offer_id":51987928318248,"sku":"1104931D281-10.5","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":51987928351016,"sku":"1104931D281-10","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.5","offer_id":51987928383784,"sku":"1104931D281-9.5","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"9","offer_id":51987928416552,"sku":"1104931D281-9","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5","offer_id":51987928449320,"sku":"1104931D281-8.5","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"8","offer_id":51987928482088,"sku":"1104931D281-8","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"7.5","offer_id":51987928514856,"sku":"1104931D281-7.5","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"7","offer_id":51987928547624,"sku":"1104931D281-7","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/9468\/6504\/files\/Backgroundcolour_4265ede7-eb5e-48ff-94c4-f068ed080d79.png?v=1782802899","url":"https:\/\/www.runstore.co.za\/products\/brooks-ghost-26","provider":"RUN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}