The Brooks Ghost 16 is a reliable workhorse that now features an upgraded, nitrogen-infused midsole as well as an enhanced upper.
- Offset
- 12 mm
- Weight
- 8.5 oz
- Support
- Neutral - Neutral shoes allow the foot to move and flex with minimal guidance.
- Cushion
- moderate

A Dependable Daily Trainer, Revamped with a Nitrogen-Infused Midsole
Sure as the sun rises and sets, you can bet the Brooks Ghost will be back each year just as reliable as the one before. The latest iteration, the Brooks Ghost 16, brings some changes we haven’t seen in some time with this model. The most obvious changes include the nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 midsole foam and an enhanced upper.
Brooks has maintained a safe approach to midsole technology, consistently delivering a comfortable underfoot experience. The Ghost 16 midsole foam sees a shakeup for the first time in several generations and is now made with nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3. This updated foam is lighter than its predecessors and helps balance softness and responsiveness very well.
The Brooks Ghost 16 also sees a change to the upper, now using an engineered air mesh to balance stretchy comfort and secure structure. This revamped upper helps increase overall breathability, keeping your feet cool throughout your workout while wrapping them in complete comfort.
A reliable daily trainer has many features but one that always comes to mind is longevity. The Ghost 16 meets this criteria with the help of the lightweight, RoadTack rubber outsole, made with recycled silica. This outsole increases the shoe’s durability, allowing you to log more miles in your shoes before retiring them.
To make a great shoe even better, the Brooks Ghost 16 touts a carbon-neutral certification. What this means is Brooks increased the use of recycled content to lower their carbon emissions, then supported carbon offsetting projects to neutralize emissions.
Features & Benefits:
- Nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 midsole foam cushions impact with lightweight comfort
- A Segmented Crash Pad promotes smooth transitions from landing to toe-off
- Enhanced engineered air mesh upper combines some stretch with structure
- RoadTack rubber outsole is lightweight, durable, and incorporates recycled silica
- Overall recycled content is equivalent to 7 plastic water bottles
- Carbon Neutral thanks to lower carbon emissions and supporting carbon offset projects
- Offset: 12 mm
- Weight: 8.5 oz/241 g
Kristen Duffy
Comfortable show for wide feet/heigh arches
I purchased these primarily as walking shoes but have also used them for the occasional jog. I have wide feet and high arches, so sneakers can be a challenge. The 8.5 wide sneakers fit my size 8/8.5 wide feet comfortably and provide good support for walking and jogging.
Emily Thompson
Great shoe
Ordered these on a whim after I saw good online reviews and I am really happy with my purchase.
Anonymous
Team brooks!
First time ever trying any brooks sneakers . They are very comfortable and fit my foot just right. I will be buying more!
Anonymous
Glad to be back in Brooks!
I wore Brooks for years and decided to try a different brand and it just never felt right. I bought these online without even trying them on and they were perfect.
Anonymous
Great running shoe
Very comfortable shoe
Anonymous
Perfect
Absolutely love these!
Anonymous
Floating on Air!
My podiatrist recommended these shoes for me. I LOVE them! I have neuropathy on the bottoms of my feet, some arthritis and bunions. These shoes allow me to keep taking long walks with my dog and dancing fun folk dances at age 75! Thank you!
Anonymous
My feet said aah!
This is a replacement for Ghost 14 pair that I have been wearing just a bit too long. My feet and legs are very happy. And I’m comfortable. I’m hoping spring is coming soon so I can leave boots behind and stick with my Brooks, my everyday footwear.
Larissa Weiner
Best Sneakers Ever
I’ve purchased the Brooks women’s ghost sneaker for the past three years and I will only buy this brand and version because they are so comfortable with walking or running.
Anonymous
I love my Brooks Ghost 16's
The Brooks Ghost 16 is a wonderfully comfortable shoe. I can wear them all day, on long walks or for whatever my day holds! I highly recommend the Brooks Ghost 16.
Shannon Jones
Women's Ghost 16
I've been running in Ghost's for a long time and continue to train for marathons in them. I love the consistency of this shoe and always know exactly what to expect when I order a new pair.
Anonymous
Consistency reigns supreme!
Always appreciate Brooks Ghosts! You know exactly what you’re getting and it never disappoints!
Vivian Stameris
Excellence in motion
Excellent for and so comfortable!
Anonymous
A Great Shoe
This shoe has been my go to for years and once again, it does not disappoint.
Anonymous
Brooks Ghost 16
These weren't as perfect as my previous two pairs of Ghosts.