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The Ghost 17 is the next generation of the reliable daily trainer from Brooks, updated with a bit more cushioning underfoot and a redesigned upper
- Offset
- 10 mm
- Weight
- 10.1 oz
A New Generation of the Much-Loved Classic
A reliable fan-favorite, the Brooks Ghost 17 returns with minimal updates, making sure your favorite running shoe keeps up with the pack without changing its identity. The midsole utilizes DNA Loft v3, a nitrogen-infused foam that cushions each stride while staying fairly lightweight. The Ghost 17 adds an extra three millimeters of foam under the heel and one millimeter under the forefoot, giving you a little extra cushioning and impact protection.
Flex grooves are found throughout the midsole to add a touch of flexibility, easing you through heel-to-toe transitions for a smoother running experience. Another update comes as an updated double jacquard air mesh upper with kickback collar for comfort. This upper enhances breathability while adding structure and comfort to your fit. To wrap things up nicely, the Ghost 17 is a certified CarbonNeutral® product, meaning it offsets carbon emissions to zero.
Features & Benefits
- DNA Loft v3 cushioning is nitrogen-infused, cushioning each stride while staying lightweight
- New double jacquard air mesh upper improves breathability and adds structure
- Flex grooves incorporated into the midsole promote smoother heel-to-toe transitions
- Made with 59% recycled materials in the upper
- Certified CarbonNeutral® product
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Reviews
Based on 11 Verified Reviews
90%
Would Recommend This Product
Anonymous
June 19, 2026
Great running shoe with excellent support
These shoes have great structural support and always age well. The heel-to-toe drop is helpful for me because of old tendon injuries.
Carlos San Juan
May 11, 2026
Ordering online
Excellent, easy to order great fit first time ever ordering shoes online will definitely do it again
Anonymous
April 15, 2026
Brooks Ghost 17
Excellent. Second pair of the ghost. Good shoe for walking or running. Also good to use in gym. Comfortable fit good support. Very easy to purchase online. Delivered in a timely fashion.
Anonymous
March 30, 2026
Excellent shoe
Comfortable, lightweight, practical.
Francesco Daniele
March 21, 2026
Brooks Men’s Ghost 17
Was wearing Ghost 14 previously and absolutely love the 17!!
Anonymous
February 06, 2026
Brooks Men's Ghost 17
I wear a size 12E and the fir is great
Anonymous
June 24, 2025
Saved my achilles
Coming off a rest period with Achilles tendinitis, this shoe helped me rebuild my fitness and get back to running. Now it’s my everyday trainer and couldn’t recommend it more.
Kenneth Houle
May 14, 2026
Brooks Men's Ghost 17
They are very comfortable, not sure about the wear on the soles, it appears that the thickness has been reduced.
Anonymous
May 14, 2026
Brooks Men's Ghost 17
2nd pair bought, satisfied with the shoe. It appears the thickness of the sole has been reduced.
David Salt
March 31, 2026
Brooks Gone Bad
Twice shoes shipped to me wrong size first and then wrong color and size next…your CS people told me they could promise it wouldn’t happen again…I took a credit and bought Honda Biondi 9’s
David Salt
March 19, 2026
Brooks Ghost 17
Ordered…delivered twice…wrong each time by both size and color…finally took credit and bought Hoka Biondi 9
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