What if I told you Brooks Running started out making ballet slippers and bathing shoes? Founded in 1914, the Seattle-based company spent decades making just about everything except running shoes, moving from baseball cleats to roller skates, football cleats, children’s shoes, and softball cleats. It wasn’t until 1972 that Brooks made running its focus, and the company has been refining the category ever since.
Brooks introduced one of the industry’s earliest uses of EVA foam, developed the first running shoe with a breathable GORE-TEX upper, and introduced the Kinetic Wedge, an innovative design tailored to women’s anatomy.
So, while Brooks may not be the trendiest brand, it has built a reputation for dependable support, comfort, and durability. Here at WIRED, Brooks has plenty of fans, especially for trail and gravel running. The company also offers apparel we regularly recommend, including sports bras, outerwear, and running bottoms.
Brooks Running shoes are reasonably priced for performance running footwear, with many models hovering around $150. If you’re in the market for a new pair, I’ve rounded up the best Brooks Running promo codes and coupons worth checking out.
If you’ve never ordered from Brooks’ website before, new customers get 20% off their first order after subscribing to email. You can apply the one-time Brooks coupon code to top-selling shoes, like the Caldera 7 and Adrenaline shoes, as well as other gear and apparel. It’s an easy way to save on some of their top products and take your road and trail running game to the next level.
Are you already a member of Brooks Run Club? If you sign up, you get member perks like early access to sales, free standard shipping with no order minimum, and free express shipping on orders from Brooks. Membership also includes more runner-specific perks, such as a free birthday gift and the chance to earn prizes by syncing your fitness tracker and contributing research to the Brooks team. You can also win a chance to visit the Seattle flagship store and have your gait analyzed by Brooks’ team. To join, visit Brooks Run Club and register using the Brooks promo code.
If you shop and buy a complete outfit in one transaction from one of Brooks’ recommended buying guides—like Warm Weather Running Outfits or Fall Weather Running Outfits—you can get 15% off automatically applied at checkout. This is a fantastic deal if you only just realized in the past 10 days that you’ve been running in hail in your tiny shorts and cropped sports bra.
Brooks makes so many iconic running shoes that it’s hard to list them all. I’m currently running in the Brooks Glycerin Max, which is one of the cushiest shoes I’ve ever tried. I don’t feel particularly stable on uneven terrain, but the padding is noticeably springy and cushy if you’ve been putting in some serious miles. WIRED director Michael Calore is a fan of the Brooks Ghost line, and if you’re planning to hit the trails in the cold, wet Pacific Northwest, I’d suggest the Brooks Cascadia Gore-Tex. The Adrenaline is the company’s most popular shoe.
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One of the most anticipated Brooks drops is the Glycerin line. These shoes are built to be durable while allowing freedom of movement and flexibility. The cushioned shoes are comfortable for running and movement on many types of terrain. Many shoes in the Glycerin line are available to pre-order, including the Glycerin Flex, Glycerin 23, and Glycerin GTS 23. Be sure to check out the Glycerin line to see which is best for you.
Brooks is constantly dropping new shoe styles, ensuring there’s a shoe for every runner. The new Cascadia Elite Brooks Running shoe is unisex and great for trail running, with PEBA cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip Elite outsole, and a MATRYX engineered woven upper with Kevlar fibers to help secure your feet firmly, no matter what terrain you’re traversing. This shoe has light, springy cushioning that helps propel you forward, whether that’s competitive trail racing, Sub-ultras, VKs, or ultras.
Do you have a runner in your life? The odds are they’re taking stock of their winter apparel and shoes, deciding whether these leggings will make it through another winter. The best time to save is during seasonal sales, with discounts on footwear and apparel, including popular items like the Ghost 16 running shoes.
Do you have running military, nurses, or first responders in your life? Brooks Running also offers 25% off full-priced items for verified community heroes with a Brooks promo code. Sign up here.
If you’re looking for a new pair of shoes but don’t have the cash to invest in a brand-new, high-end pair, look no further than Brooks’ restock page, where gently used Brooks shoes are on sale at deeply discounted prices. They have both men’s and women’s sections, recently added shoes, and a breakdown of bestselling styles, including the Adrenaline, Ghost, Glycerin, and Hyperion.
If you’re looking to shop at Brooks, it’s a great idea to join the Brooks Run Club for additional perks and discounts. Some of the best benefits Run Club offers include a 20% discount on apparel when you join and an annual birthday gift. You’ll just need to log in or join the club to get the discount code.
If you’re a sports medicine professional, you can save big and get rewarded at Brooks Running. The Brooks Sports Medicine Ambassador Program is a free membership for eligible sports medicine professionals, a way to say thank you for the care they provide to runners and athletes. All you have to do is verify your status by signing in or creating an ID.me account to confirm your qualifications. Then, you’ll get a steep 40% discount on the first $1,000 spent on eligible items in Brooks Running online orders (it resets every January 1).
Brooks knows how important gear is to athletes. So, you can take your Brooks gear for a 90-day trial run, and if you aren't satisfied, return it for free. If you’re at all unsatisfied with your Brooks purchase, you can return it for free with no shipping or restocking fees.
For Brooks Run Club members, shipping is free! Free shipping applies to standard shipping, including PO Box and US Territories, which takes about 5 to 8 business days. For members, express and next-day delivery is discounted to $25 or $15, unless the total is over $160, in which case express is free. Non-members pay an additional $5 for all shipping options.
Source: Wired
