Are these non permeable?

Hi Miranda. The Addiction Walker 2 has a full-grain leather upper that is not waterproof. However, you can treat it with an appropriate waterproofing application to help protect the leather and keep your feet dry.

Are these shoes slip resistant?

Hi Jennifer. The Addiction Walker 2 has an outsole that has been certified (SATRA TM144:2011) for slip resistance. Please note this slip resistance certification is not OSHA-certified. and should not be used in workplace environments that require slip resistant footwear.

I work in a bakery. Are these shoes slip-resistant for restaurants?

Hi Lisa. Our only slip-resistant models are the Addiction Walker 2, Addiction Walker V-Strap 2, and Addiction Walker Suede, each of which has an outsole that has been certified (SATRA TM144:2011) for slip resistance. Please note this slip resistance certification is not OSHA-certified and not recommended for restaurant kitchens.

Does addiction walker have an attached tongue?

Hi Maureen, thanks for reaching out. The Addiction Walker 2 does not have an attached or gusseted tongue.

How many miles or hours are they good for ?

Hi Terri. When used for their intended purpose, our shoes have an expected lifespan of about 300-500 miles with regular use. When used as a daily walking shoe rather than specifically for running, the consistent sustained pressure to the upper material and cushioning components can cause the materials to degrade quicker. We recommend regular rotation of a few pairs of good shoes to ensure the highest level of performance.

Thank you for reaching out. Tje best Brooks Running shoe for Ankle Foot Orthoses would be difficult to determie without trying them on. We would recommend going to a running specialty store. You can find the closest location at https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/store-locator/.

What is the Return policy?

Hi Adele! We have a phenomenal return policy which allows you to try our gear out for your normal runs and walks, inside or outside. If it does not work, we offer free pre-paid return labels on orders to send them back within 90 days for worn items and 1 year for unworn items. Even if you get them dirty or lose the box we can still take them back with our free labels via FedEx or USPS for a full refund.

which shoes are best for overpronation?

Hi Joyce! Any of the shoes in our Support category will work well for overpronation. Here is a link to the support models: https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/all-womens-running-shoes/?prefn1=spec_FootwearSupportType&prefv1=Support%7CMax+support. We also recommend our Shoe Finder quiz to help find the right pair for you: https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/shoefinder/

Take insole out for orthodic?

Hi Linda! The insole of the Addiction Walker 2 is removable so that you can use your orthotics.

Is this shoe suited for hiking on moderately steep dirt & gravel trails ?

Hi Charlene! We would recommend the Cascadia 16 for a trail hiking shoe as opposed to the Addiction Walker 2. The Cascadia 16 features our TrailTack rubber outsole, which provides wet/dry traction, and it has more release grooves in the midsole to promote extra adaptability on rough terrain.

I love the ghost series but need all leahter and all white for school should I get the same size as I wear in the ghost series ?

Hi Cecilla! We recommend the same size in the Addiction Walker 2 as you wear in the Ghost. One important difference between these models is the support. The Ghost is a neutral shoe, while the Addiction Walker 2 is a support shoe and features an Extended Progressive Diagonal Rollbar (PDRB). The PDRB is designed to support people who overpronate - their feet and/or ankles roll inward as they walk. If you do not overpronate, this support may be uncomfortable for you. However, we do have our Run Happy Promise: https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/brooks-run-happy-promise/

Are they good for standing all day ?

Hi Cathy! The Addiction Walker 2 can certainly be a good shoe for standing all day. It does contain an Extended Progressive Diagonal Rollbar (PDRB) which we only recommend for people who overpronate - their feet and/or ankles roll inward as they walk. We recommend having your gait analyzed at your local run specialty store. Use the link below to visit our Store Finder to see some shops in your area. Store Finder: https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/store-locator/

Is this shoes suitable for nurses and nursing students?

Hi Binh! the Addiction Walker 2 features a full-grain leather upper and is SATRA TM144:2011 slip-resistant certified. Please note that this is not an OSHA-certified slip resistance, so if you need an OSHA-certified slip-resistant shoe, the Addiction Walker 2 unfortunately will not comply.

Are these impermeable? I’ve got to have shoes for my clinicals that are impermeable.

Hi Levi! The Addiction Walker 2 features a full-grain leather upper, but it is not impermeable.

Can you please respond? I have bought many pair of the Addiction Walkers in the past and this new pair looks like it is made of vinyl not leather like the ones I have purchased in the past. Also, the last looks more narrow as well as the toe. Cq tip.

Hi Susan! The Addiction Walker 2 features a full-grain leather upper. It is built on a different last than the Addiction Walker, though the lasts are extremely similar.

What is the heel height? I need a flat sole.

Hi Candice! In the Addiction Walker 2, the heel height is 29 mm and the forefoot height is 17 mm, creating a midsole drop of 12 mm.

On average, how long do these last with M-F wear @ 8 hrs a day?

Hi Joanne! The general life expectancy of performance running shoes is 300-500 miles and we rigorously test our shoes to ensure they live up to those standards. Replacing your shoes within this cadence ensures that you are getting the kind of performance our shoes are designed for. The Addiction Walker 2 is designed as a walking shoe, so its materials are built to be durable for a similar time frame. If you used your shoes as a daily wear shoe, standing in your shoes would be equal to walking up to 2.5 mph, the average person’s walking speed. Standing in your shoes could be reduced to less than 2 mph, and for 8 hours would be a daily approx. of 10-15 miles of impact to the support and cushioning components of your shoes. In a month you’d average about 200 miles of wear. We recommend regular rotation of a few pairs of good shoes to ensure the highest level of performance.

How often should I replace my Addiction Walker 2 shoes? I’ve seen guidance on your website for running shoes but I’m curious if the same applies for these walking shoes.

Hi Cara! The general life expectancy of performance running shoes is 300-500 miles and we rigorously test our shoes to ensure they live up to those standards. Replacing your shoes within this cadence ensures that you are getting the kind of performance our shoes are designed for. The Addiction Walker 2 is designed as a walking shoe, so its materials are built to be durable for a similar time frame. We recommend regular rotation of a few pairs of good shoes to ensure the highest level of performance.

they're slip resistant does that include oil?

Hi Gen! The Addiction Walker 2 features an innovative outsole that has been certified (SATRA TM144:2011) for slip resistance. It is not OSHA certified.

Are these shoes for supinated feet?

Hi Kristin! The Addiction Walker 2 is ideal for feet that tend to overpronate, have a high degree of calcaneal deviation, or tend to crash in. If you tend to supinate, we recommend our Neutral support styles.

Does this shoe have GuideRails?

Hi Suzie! The Addiction Walker 2 uses the Extended Diagonal Roll bar support application. If you are looking for the GuideRails technology, we recommend the new Addiction GTS 15.

Do these shoes have a wide toe box?

Hi Judith! The Addiction Walker 2 has plenty of volume within the shoe. Plus, it's available in a Wide width if needed.

Are these shoes good for plantar fasciitis ?

Hi Monica! Plantar fasciitis can be tricky to solve with a single shoe as it can be quite different from person to person. The Addiction Walker 2 may be a great option as we recommend finding shoes with a higher drop from heel to toe, good cushion to take the impact away, and sometimes minimal flex to help in case the other benefits aren't enough for your feet. We recommend visiting a local running shop and having your gait and feet analyzed by a Fit Expert. They'll be able to recommend options accordingly. To find a shop near you, check out our Store Locator tool. https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/store-locator

Is this good for plantar fasciitis? Should I wear my orthotics inserts in them?

Hi Barbara! Plantar fasciitis can be tricky to solve with a single shoe as it can be quite different from person to person. The Addiction Walker 2 may be a great option as we recommend finding shoes with a higher drop from heel to toe, good cushion to take the impact away, and sometimes minimal flex to help in case the other benefits aren't enough for your feet. This is considered a support shoe, but you can also wear custom orthotics with this style. We recommend visiting a local running shop and having your gait and feet analyzed by a Fit Expert. They'll be able to recommend options accordingly. To find a shop near you, check out our Store Locator tool. https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/store-locator

Are the Addiction Walker 2 shoes made of leather?

Hi De Santa! The Addiction Walker 2 includes a full-grain leather upper.

Are these shoes COMPLETELY ALL LEATHER? Starting nursing school and need a white all leather shoe. - NO EXCEPTIONS. Thank you in advance!

Hi Julia! The Addiction Walker 2 has a full-grain leather upper.

Are they water resistant?

Hi Dasheay! The Addiction Walker 2 is not water-resistant.

Do they have arch support in the shoe? I have a high arch foot and need support.

Hi Shelley! The Addiction Walker 2 is a Maximum Support style.

Women 8:5 w in what store?

Hi Eli! We recommend using our Store Locator tool in the top right hand corner of our website to find stores near you that may carry the Addiction Walker 2.

I can't find any information as to the heel drop on these shoes. Please help?

Hi Terese! The Addiction Walker 2 has a midsole drop of 12mm. We're hoping to have the midsole drop information on the website sooner than later.

What type of leather used? Cowhide?

Hi Abah! We use full-grain leather for the Addiction Walker 2 to promote comfort and durability.

Will this shoe support lateral movement as in tennis or pickle ball?

Hi Jeri! The support in the Addiction Walker 2 and our other Support styles are on the medial side. Our styles do not have support for lateral movements, but if you would like to wear our styles for Tennis or Pickle Ball, we recommend our Neutral styles like the Revel 5.

Needing non slip shoes to be a server. Are these going to keep me from slipping on oil grease?

Hi there! Most of our shoes are specifically designed for run performance and don't specifically have slip resistance built into them. Though our Addiction Walker shoe offers a slight friction coefficient (enough for wet pavement), they are not up to the specifications required for work shoes that have a certified skid resistance. We recommend checking out a company like Shoes for Crews to find a certified slip-resistant shoe if that's an important feature.

What happened to the bone color shoe ?

Hi there! Check out the Women's Addiction Walker Suede.

Does your shoe come in size 4 women’s or children sizes?

Hi Nidia! Unfortunately, the smallest size we produce is a Women's 5 and we do not produce any shoes in Children's sizes.

what width is "normal"?

Hi Kathy! The "normal" width is related to a B width.

Is the leather vegan? The site says you aim to be sustainable but leather is not a sustainable material.

Hi Andrea! Check out the Addiction Walker Seude as we use a polyurethane-coated textile synthetic Leather in the upper of the shoe. The Addiction Walker Suede has the same support and cushion level as the Addiction Walker 2.

Are these all leather?

Hi Londyn! The Addiction Walker 2 has a leather upper.

Length of shoe lace in women's addition walker 7.5 extra wide?

Hi Ruth! We apologize for the delay. The lace length of the Addiction Walker 2 for the size 7.5 extra wide is 50".

I was informed I need a shoe with stability or motion control. Do these shoes provide maximum stability and/or motion control?

Hi Robyn! The Addiction Walker 2 is one of our Maximum Support styles. We highly recommend the Addiction Walker 2 for you.

do the laces tie or are they fixed?

Hi Paula! The laces of the Addiction Walker 2 tie together.

What is the heel height?

Hi Sheila! The heel height in the Addiction Walker 2 is 29mm.

Where can I find measurements of shoe in cm? ( sizes 8 and 8.5)

Hi D C! A Women's size 8 shoe is about 24.75 cm and a size 8.5 is about 25 cm.

I wear a USA size 7. Do these come in ladies size 7?

Hi Terry! We have the Addiction Walker 2 size 7 available in both colors.

I wear a 10 narrow in New Balance 928. Should I order a 10 2A in the Addiction Walker 2?

Hi Nancy! If you wear a 10 narrow in the New Balance 928, we recommend a 10 narrow in the Addiction Walker 2.

My feet tend to get hot, is the leather breathable that allows air to flow?

Hi Josie! The Addiction Walker 2 has perforated holes in the leather upper for breathability. If you want to achieve the same cushion and support as the Addiction Walker 2, but with maximal breathability, we recommend the Addiction 14.

I have the Adrenaline shoe. Can I order the same size in this shoe?

Hi Kirsten! We recommend ordering the Addiction Walker 2 in the same size as your Adrenaline GTS style.

Does the new design of the addiction walker run smaller than the old design?

Hi Debbie! The Addiction Walker 2 runs similar to the previous iteration. We recommend ordering the same size as the previous Addiction Walker.

Are these fluid resistant?

Hi Olivia, great question. The Addiction Walker 2 is not waterproofed, but you are more than welcome to add waterproofing spray. We do have two Gore-Tex styles. Check out the Ghost 13 GTX and the Cascadia 15 GTX.