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Ghost 17 Running Trainers

£134.50

£67.25

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Product code: T129017T

About this style

Stride through the miles with these Ghost 17 trainers from Brooks. They're made with premium nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 cushioning which decreases pressure under the foot for lightweight comfort. Responsive assisted transitions from heel to toe allow you to keep moving with ease. A mesh upper offers a soft feel, while the lace-up fastening provides a flexible fit.

Details & care

Fit and style

Regular fit

Lace up fastening

Best For: Road Running

Cushioning: Soft & Dynamic

Support: Neutral

Weight: 9.0oz/255.1g

Midsole Drop: 10mm

Composition

Upper - Other materials, Lining - Textiles, Sole - Textiles other materials

Delivery, collection & returns

Delivery

Standard

Free over £60, or £3.99

Returns

UK returns

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About Brooks

Whether you're clearing your head or reaching your personal best, Brooks has the running gear to take you there – designed using biomechanics and cutting-edge technology.

Reviews (804)

3.4

0% Recommended this product

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10 February 2026SamanthaS

New favorite

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have lived in asics gel nimbus for the past 20+ years. Used them for work (nurse) and running. I am thankful to have found a new favorite shoe. The ghost are most similar to older style gel nimbus and the toe box is a little wider.

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10 February 2026EA

Not as comfortable as other Brooks

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

These ghost 17 are not as comfy as my other brooks. They don’t have enough cushion and they made my feet hurt. They run smaller and they are on the narrow side. I am usually a size 6.5 but ordered them size 7 and they fit perfect I wish they were comfortable. I thought I ordered the black ones but somehow I got the spellbound/skyway color. The material feels cheap. I have wear them two times I don’t if I can wear them again since they make my feet feel like I’m walking on concrete without shoes.

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10 February 2026YurieS

disappointed

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using Ghost 15 and I didn't have to "break in" and it was very comfortable. Ghost 17 is nothing close to 15. I feel Ghost 17 is tight and the sole is very rigid and not as flexible as 15. Please bring back the old style.

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10 February 2026EA

Not as comfy as other Brooks

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

The ghost 17 are not as comfortable as other Brooks. They don’t have cushion so it feels like you are walking without shoes on concrete. Usually I am size 6.5 but I ordered size 7 and they fit me just perfect but they are on the narrow side. I thought I ordered the black ones but I guess I accidentally ordered the new color spellbound/skyway and I don’t like the color. Also the material looks very cheap. I used them to go for walks and I usually walk 6 miles without an issue. I used them yesterday and I only walk four miles because my feet started hurting. The ghost 17 are definitely not for me.

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09 February 2026MelissaC

M C

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

This would have been my fourth pair of Ghosts. The changes do not fit my feet. They come up too high on the arches and the sole seems too firm and wide. The whole shoe felt big and stiff. I am trying a different Brooks style. Not a fan of updates on Ghost. 17

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09 February 2026ethelf

Fab gear

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Fabulous best fit since the ghost 8 and caldera 3/4

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09 February 2026HeikeG

Terrible version of a very beloved shoe.

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

I have approximately 10 pairs of 13 and 14s, the 16s are nothing like the earlier versions. Please rethink this new design. Way too spongy.

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08 February 2026KimZ

Happy Feet

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Brooks are comfortable out of the box. I wear a 7.5,M and the sizing is consistent through the different styles I wear. Toe box roomy especially for my hammer toes. They have great support for a high instep and good stability. My feet do not hurt after walking around at work or shopping. Love the color! I have many different styles from Ghost 16 to the Adrenaline 24 all are perfect. I do purchase for all the reasons above as well as colors. This all makes for Happy Feet! 👣

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08 February 2026SusanM

see above

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

I have worn your Ghost shoes since Ghost 13, this Ghost 17 does not feel as comfortable as the others. Ghost 17 has a shorter tongue which makes it harder to tie properly and get the stability you want for a good speed walk. I didn't return because I felt I would get used to this change and I'm still trying. Please make a change on the Ghost 18. Thanks

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08 February 2026Newstyler
Verified Purchase

Great shoe

Yes, I recommend this

This is my second pair of Ghosts. I love them for walking as the cushioning keeps my feet comfortable enough to walk for miles. I’m not sure if run in them though as my toes are quite near to the end, you’d definitely need to size up by a half for running. Very comfortable though with great support

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Average

Value for Money

Good

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

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Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Average

Value for Money

Good

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

07 February 2026JillB

Not what I expected

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

Not as comfortable as my other Brooks, unfortunately

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07 February 2026AngieD

My favorite training shoe !

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is my main training shoe. I love it so much. I am a physical therapist and I recommend it to a lot of my patients. The heel drop is perfect for anyone with Achilles issues.

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07 February 2026CynthiaW

Best for comfort & style

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the fit and style. I have planter facia issues and as long as I wear my Brooks, I don't have problems. Love the comfort. I order 1/2 size larger for walking and workouts than I would order for casual shoes.

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07 February 2026LoriC

The first Ghost I’ve returned

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have run in Ghosts for years (like can’t even remember how long). The narrowing of the toe box has me returning these and I’m so lost in the world looking for new go-to shoes. The new cushioning in the forefoot is too much and makes my feet feel smashed in and trapped. I tried for a month and just couldn’t love them. :-(

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07 February 2026BonnieG

Love the color of these.

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

I love these. I purchase 2 pair each year. Going to order another pair, the color is so nice. These sneakers are wonderful. I am on my feet on a cement floor at work. Since wearing brooks, my leg and knee pain has been eliminated.

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06 February 2026IrisC

Disappointing shoe

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Brooks has completely changed the footprint of a once fabulous shoe making it at best uncomfortable. I have worn brooks Ghost shoes since 2011 and starting with the 16 noticed a change in the foot bed. The 16 didn't fit my arch or heel and the front was too wide. I decided to give the 17 a try as I thought the company would have gotten the hint from the many poor reviews I read on the 16. Unfortunately they did not and created another strange fitting shoe in the 17 where my foot does not fit flat into the shoes. I know technology changes but ruining a good thing seems to be counter productive to sales.

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05 February 2026AMBERF

Best Brooks I have owned

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been wearing Brooks since 2019 and have owned a lot of them! I have different styles that I have tried, but this pair of Ghost 17's are literally my favorite! They have felt amazing on my feet since the first time I wore them. Very comfortable and well worth the money.

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05 February 2026JenniferK

Narrow toe box

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The toe box is more narrow compared to older Ghost models

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05 February 2026RobinF

Ghost 17

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great amount of support with just the right amount of cushioning

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05 February 2026ClaireP

Good hyrox shoe

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

More from some than ghost max 3 but these were great for my first hyrox race. The perfect amount of cushion with the stability needed for exercises.

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