Comments on: Brooks PureFlow 4 Running Shoe Review

By: Smong

Smong — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 08:16:29 +0000

I just fixed Nav Band problem without any major surgery. Since the laces make the Nav Band redundant, I just tried on the shoes without the laces! And surprisingly, it works! But the fit have to be just right.

By: d sloan

d sloan — Sun, 29 Nov 2015 13:02:10 +0000

I, like Jeff, am a midtofore-foot striker and recently purchased my eighth pair of Pure Flow’s. I began running in 2012 and was committed to keeping off my heels due to operations on both knees and long time chronic back problems. After running a couple of hundred miles in two to five mile workouts clad in Nike Free 3.0 V3’s, it was clear that more cushioning and in the correct location would be necessary. A lump beneath the ball of the of the foot was noticeable the first time that I put the Pure Flow’s on. However, after trying on other shoes, I felt that the Pure Flow’s with the lump in the correct place was the best choice for me. The surprising lack of weight in such a substantial shoe was a pleasant bonus. The shoe’s cushioning provides a solid 400 miles of comfort with little wear on the sole. It should be noted that these shoes are well suited for a mid-foot strike, but I can’t speak for other forms of running. It should be noted that these shoes are not designed for casual use or walking around in!

By: Jeff

Jeff — Thu, 19 Nov 2015 06:14:09 +0000

I’m a mid-forefoot striker too and often run barefoot or in my five fingers. After trying to find a pair of decent shoes (that give me something similar to the barefoot running feeling) I found the Pureflow 4. I just purchased a pair, and I have I high hopes for these shoes. I hope to run many miles in these shoes!

By: Tom

Tom — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 13:24:57 +0000

I have just purchased my first pair of Pureflow 4’s for use as my main road shoe and just love them; I am a mid-forefoot striker (or so I’m told) and love the fact these give ample cushioning whilst letting me run my way.

By: Mark

Mark — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 13:50:49 +0000

I love my Launch 2s and have been very happy with Brooks shoes in general. Recently I dipped my toe in the Kinvara pool, and while I LOVE the shoes, they are wearing out so quickly that they’re hard to justify even at closeout prices. So I’ve ordred some PF4s and am hoping that they end up being the perfect blend of Launch and Kinvara.

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 15:13:54 +0000

In reply to Brad. Good to hear, I agree it's a pretty useless addition to the shoe.

By: Brad

Brad — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 01:52:05 +0000

In reply to Peter Larson.

Okay, so just out of curiosity, I did some surgery and removed the “nav” band. I really can’t see what purpose this piece of elastic provides – big gimmick on an otherwise solid shoe. No support/lock down difference whatsoever.

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Fri, 22 May 2015 14:54:30 +0000

In reply to Mark. Lunaracer probably a decent comparison, maybe the New Balance Zante as well.

By: Mark

Mark — Thu, 21 May 2015 15:01:09 +0000

Pete,

Tell Brooks to bring back the Green Silence! Without a doubt, the best shoe I have ever owned. Down to my last pair and need another shoe.

Any recommendations? I’m thinking of the Nike Lunaracer+3. Appears to be the closest to the Green Silence in weight and sole/heel reminds of the Green Silence.

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Mon, 04 May 2015 19:00:40 +0000

In reply to Brad. Haven't tried it, but don't think it would cause any problems.

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Mon, 04 May 2015 19:00:14 +0000

In reply to Brad Patterson. Yeah, the Launch 2 was a bit of a disappointment. The Pureflow 4 acutally feels more like the original Launch to me, though I do prefer the upper of the L2.

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Mon, 04 May 2015 18:59:10 +0000

In reply to Chris. Try going to a run specialty store that will let you run a bit in the shoes before purchasing - most will allow you to do so on a treadmill or even arund the block a few times.