Brooks

Defyance 8

Defyance 8
Daily trainer · Neutral · Road

Shoe details

Weight
10.9 oz
Release
2014
MSRP
$120
Stack Height
27mm heel - 15mm toe
Drop Height
12mm

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Good (77/100)

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Overall

Good (77/100)

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Good (77/100)

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Durability

Above average (89/100)

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Above average (89/100)

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Value

Above average (86/100)

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Above average (86/100)

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Comfort

Good (76/100)

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Good (76/100)

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Cushioning

Good (78/100)

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Good (78/100)

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Appearance

Below average (62/100)

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Below average (62/100)

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2/5

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Shoe properties
Type
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
10.9 oz M
11.1 oz M
8.5 oz M Lightest
Stack
27/15mm
40/35mm
Drop
12mm
12mm
5mm
Release
2014
2017 Q3
2023 Q1 Newest
MSRP
$120
$120
$165
Best price
$164.99
Ratings
Overall
Average (52%)
Below average (38%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Comfort
Average (50%)
Below average (34%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Average (49%)
Below average (32%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Very good (81%) Best durability
Above average (65%)
Good (80%)
Appearance
Bottom tier (12%)
Bottom tier (7%)
Very good (81%) Best appearance
Value
Good (75%) Best value
Above average (64%)
Good (74%)
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Reader Ratings

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Reader review

Anonymous runner · Dec 11, 2015

5/5

Overall

Good dependable support and cushioning for long-time runner with neutral feet and high arches.
Comfort
5/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
3/5
Value
4/5

Reader review

Anonymous runner · Apr 4, 2015

4/5

Overall

I am a regular, so when I walk in they grab the shoe I need and then pay for it.
Comfort
4/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5