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The Gold Standard of Max Comfort Gets a Plush Upgrade

The Brooks Glycerin 23 solidifies its position as the ultimate choice for runners who demand maximum, reliable comfort for their everyday miles. Taking the beloved formula of its predecessor, the Glycerin 23 fine-tunes the ride with targeted cushioning adjustments and a slightly lower drop, promising an even smoother and more accommodating experience.

Best For

Designed for women who demand maximum cushioning and a versatile performance on roads and pavements. Whether you're out for a casual walk or pushing the pace on long runs, the Glycerin 22 provides a stable, plush ride under all conditions.

What You'll Love

• Comfort: The DNA Tuned foam offers luxurious cushioning, making every run feel soft and smooth.

• Durability: The double jacquard warp knit upper and robust outsole ensure the shoe lasts through extensive use.

• Versatility: Ideal for daily training, long runs, and recovery walks, the Glycerin 22 is a versatile shoe for various running needs
  

Key Technical Updates and Performance

Midsole: Plush Protection with a Lower Profile

The core update is the utilization of the DNA TUNED nitrogen-infused foam—a dual-cell technology refined for the 23. This foam provides the classic plush landing the Glycerin is known for, offering incredible protection against pavement pounding.

• The Big Change: Brooks has decreased the heel-to-toe drop from 10mm to 8mm, while simultaneously adding 2mm of extra DNA TUNED cushioning to the forefoot.

• What this means: The Glycerin 23 maintains massive cushioning, but the slightly lower drop may encourage a more natural midfoot or forefoot strike, and the added front cushioning provides a better push-off than ever before. This is a subtle but important refinement aimed at making the ride feel less blocky and more integrated.

Upper: The Comfort King

Brooks rarely misses on comfort, and the Glycerin 23 appears to be continuing this legacy. The use of an enhanced triple jacquard warp knit promises a flexible, breathable, and supremely plush wrap around the foot.

• Fit & Feel: Expect a generously accommodating fit with fantastic padding around the collar and tongue. It’s designed to disappear on the foot, prioritizing long-run comfort over a locked-down race feel.

Ride Quality

The ride is expected to be exceptionally smooth and reliable. This is not a fast, bouncy shoe (look at the Hyperion line for that); this is a consistent, protective workhorse. The lowered drop and refined foam geometry should offer a slightly quicker transition than the 22, making it a viable option for most easy and medium-effort runs, as well as recovery days.

The Brooks Glycerin 23 appears to be a sophisticated update that doesn't mess with a winning formula but instead focuses on refining the runner's experience. By lowering the drop and adding targeted forefoot cushioning, Brooks is making the ride more balanced and efficient while retaining the unparalleled plushness that defines the Glycerin line. It is set to be one of the best max-cushion trainers of the year.