Is the Brooks Adrenaline GTS the right shoe for you?

1. Ghost: The same plush comfort for neutral strides

If your feet and knees don’t track perfectly as you run—and your running shoes show excessive wear on the inside edge—you’re probably a support runner. By choosing a running shoe that supports your stride, you can minimize that excess movement even when you get tired. That makes the Adrenaline GTS a great choice for runners who need additional support (fun fact: the GTS actually stands for “go-to support”).

If, on the other hand, your feet and knees align and your running shoes wear down evenly, you’re more likely a neutral runner. Just like the Adrenaline, the Ghost is renowned for its balance between cushioning and responsiveness, but is specifically designed to deliver comfort and durability for a neutral stride. If you don’t need the extra support provided by GuideRails™ technology, Ghost is a great Adrenaline alternative.

2. Glycerin: The final word on cushioning

Want to feel like you’re running on clouds? Then it may be time to experience the weightless softness of the nitrogen-infused Glycerin GTS, one of the few Brooks running shoes with even more cushioning than the Adrenaline. Cushy comfort is the priority here, with more DNA LOFT v3 cushioning and a softer warp knit upper than any previous Glycerin shoe.

The Glycerin range also includes non-GTS models for neutral runners as well as StealthFit options with stretchy compression in an updated Fit Knit upper. Whichever configuration fits you best, this super soft running shoe offers unbeatable comfort on the go for anyone who thinks there’s no such thing as “too soft”.

3. Launch: Feel the need for speed

If you want to pick up the pace without giving up that all-important support, the Launch GTS might just be your perfect alternative to Adrenaline. This featherweight running shoe’s BioMoGo cushioning offers a dynamic, responsive ride that helps you feel like you're flying—while staying comfortably in stride—as well as lightning-fast heel-to-toe transitions thanks to a redesigned midsole and Green Rubber outsole.

As a fast and streamlined shoe designed to propel you through your run, the Launch doesn’t attempt to rival Adrenaline for plush comfort, but it may be a better fit if you want to chase down your next PR or just feel like you’re flying along at top speed.

4. Caldera: Venture beyond the well-worn path

The Adrenaline GTS is most at home on flat surfaces, delivering cushioned support and stability as far as you go. Trail running, however, is a different proposition; one that demands footwear specifically built for the ups and downs of off-road adventures. If you plan to take on trails as part of your usual running routine, a trail-running shoe like the Caldera is essential.

Like the Adrenaline, the Caldera delivers long-haul comfort by combining premium cushioning with a durable, dynamic feel for a stable ride. Although the GuideRails™ technology doesn’t apply on uneven terrain, the Caldera does feature updated raised midsole foam walls, a widened base, and added flex grooves in the outsole to help stabilize landings and carry you smoothly over uneven terrain.