Daily trainer · Stability · Road · 9.6 oz · 36/24mm stack · 12mm drop
Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock. The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23 replaced it
How it ranks
The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 is one of the strongest daily trainers in our data. Durability and cushioning are its strongest sub-ratings. Looks scores well below its other sub-ratings. The rating is based on 55 runner reviews and 12 other rated shoes in the Adrenaline GTS product line.
Confidence
How settled the rating is against every other rated shoe. A shoe can rate high on confidence with relatively few reviews of its own when its product line has a long record and external ratings from retailer sites agree. Confidence is low when we have few ratings or when runners disagree.
Confidence
98 Very high
External retailer ratings
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“Support nearly gone after 150 miles; feels like neutral shoe.”
“Rough ride with rock-hard foam that's very uncomfortable.”
“Extensive 12mm heel-to-toe drop shifts foot strike to forefoot.”
“Feels like bricks on feet compared to springy foams from other brands.”
“Rigid upper/heel in newer models can aggravate the Achilles.”
“Comfortable but clunky; outsole wears out after 400 miles.”
“Does an excellent job of providing stability to reduce pronation.”
“It has quite a bit of cushion and is super great for logging miles on.”
“Enough cushion alongside stability for 16-mile long runs without excess shock.”
“Normal width blows out and becomes too loose; narrow version holds better.”
“Midsole goes flat after fewer than expected miles.”
“Perfect for grinding through mileage with extra support.”
“Roomy comfortable upper, great durability, and lower price.”
“Not a fast shoe; best for steady pace, not speed work.”
“Runs loose; heel knot helps tighten fit.”
“GuideRails make it more of a stability shoe than other Brooks options.”
“Well-cushioned and comfortable, but disappointing durability.”
“Very durable with solid comfort and stability.”
“Improved heel-to-midfoot transition.”
“Great stability but not durable.”
“The 22 is the most comfortable and durable.”
“Toe area wears out first.”
“Great value for the price.”
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Rating & Confidence vs. other shoes for sale
Each dot is one rated shoe for sale, placed by its rating and by how much evidence sits behind it. Shoes toward the top right are both well rated and well established.
Better Shoes Rating
Each dot is one version of the Adrenaline GTS, placed by its rating and release year. The gold dot is this shoe.
Release year
2025 · 5 reviews
86 Good
83 Confidence
2024 · 16 reviews
87 Good
88 Confidence
2023 · 60 reviews
93 Excellent
98 Confidence
Adrenaline GTS 22 This shoe
2021 · 55 reviews
86 Good
98 Confidence
2020 · 10 reviews
90 Very good
88 Confidence
2019 · 10 reviews
72 Decent
87 Confidence
2018 · 40 reviews
75 Decent
99 Confidence
2017 · 38 reviews
76 Decent
98 Confidence
2016 · 12 reviews
77 Decent
93 Confidence
2017 · 9 reviews
75 Decent
93 Confidence
2014 · 34 reviews
69 Below average
98 Confidence
2013 · 78 reviews
84 Good
99 Confidence
2012 · 57 reviews
71 Decent
98 Confidence
Sizing and ride details at a glance.
4/5
Overall
My first pair of brooks, wasn’t expecting it to be as loose as it is, but the heel knot helps it to feel somewhat normal
Anonymous runner · Jul 9, 2023
20 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the HOKA Clifton 8
5/5
Overall
I've been running on the Brooks Adrenaline GTS for almost 4 years. It has been an incredible trainer and I haven't had any injuries while I've wearing it compared to the times that I've tried other running shoes. It has quite a bit of cushion and is super great for logging miles on. I'm not a huge fan of using it for faster runs like intervals and sprinting, but it is able to hold its own if I forget my spikes. The stack height has had a couple of problems when going around corners or the curved sections of a track it tends to slip a bit, but this is easily fixed by adjusting the laces. Over all the Adrenaline GTS has been an incredible trainer that I've been using for years that I highly recommend.
Ethan · Jul 7, 2023
35 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the Brooks Revel 5
4/5
Overall
Not the high-end innovation of some, but what do you need in a daily trainer. While other brands are not recognisable year on year, credit Brooks for consistency in a high quality product.
Anonymous runner · Jul 3, 2023
40 mpw training for ultramarathons came from the Saucony Guide 15
4/5
Overall
I've been using these shoes for more than a year. And have run few half marathons in it. They are very comfortable and gives good support while running..
I plan to use this for this year and the next before changing to the next pair.
Gary · Jun 26, 2023
30 mpw training for a marathon came from the Nike Air Zoom Winflo 9
4/5
Overall
It’s a daily trainer that gets the job done without being anything special or exciting.
Anonymous runner · Jun 14, 2023
70 mpw training for 5K and 10K came from the ASICS GT-2000 10
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