I recently got a pair of the Brooks ST5 Racers, and my first though was: “Man, Scribner [Hansons-Brooks teammate] is going to be so jealous that I’m the first Hansons runner to get this shoe…no doubt I will be hittin’ the clubs hard in these puppies!” (Yeah, jk….but really, the new color of the ST Racer just cries for attention!).
First off, I want to congratulate Brooks on stepping up their design skills with this model. Previous versions of the ST’s were clunky, dull and just plain looking. The ST5 is barely recognizable as a Brooks series racer- and the infusion of the BioMogo midsole not only yields a more responsive, cushioned feel- but it also is better for the environment in the long run! The upper has a more custom fit much like the Green Silence (although I did notice that one might want to try half a size down depending on their foot type and preferences for racing).
Weighing in at 8.6 ounces the Brooks ST Racer is light enough to be a go-to road racing shoe for up to the marathon in distance and it definitely fits the bill as a tempo run workout/performance flat. The posting still remains as in previous ST models, however it is softer and lighter.
For those of you looking for something minimal, the Brooks ST5 would be a good transition shoe as it still has some support, but is flexible enough to allow more natural foot flexion and toe-off. The T7 and Green Silence are still lighter, and more flexible. In short, the ST5 has evolved and is definitely going to turn some heads this spring!
Overall, another great racing shoe from Brooks! If the new, stylish look doesn’t sell you, know that it even gets relatively good traction in the snow!
See you on the roads!
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