On Monday the 30th March, we invited Queen Square Run Club down to Kinisi Run Hub for a Brooks demo evening! It was great to welcome the runners to our shop to test out three great Brooks shoes which were the Glycerin Flex, Glycerin 23 and Glycerin GTS 23. A big thank you to Lucy from Brooks for bringing along so many shoes for us to test and to Queen Square Run Club for attending!
We met at the shop at 6pm which is Queen Square Run Club's normal start time but unlike a normal week for them, the run started and finished at the shop. Everyone who wanted to demo the Brooks shoes was kitted out with a pair and we gave them all a brief overview of our shop, Brooks and the shoes on offer. We demoed the shoes on a social 5k run around the harbour which is what QSRC normally does on a Monday evening. After the run we returned to the shop for some post-run drinks and snacks including local kombucha from our friends across the road at Counter Culture!
Founded over a century ago, Brooks has established itself as a market leader in the running industry by constructing every piece of gear with one goal in mind: to make sure each run is better than the last. Born in Philadelphia from a passion for running, Brooks are committed to creating product that enhances the running experience by empowering athletes to run longer, faster and happier. They recognise running is a limitless source of positive energy and has the potential to change lives.
Brooks’ unwavering focus on the runner’s needs and dedication to biomechanical research result in them continually pushing the boundaries of design and technology to develop shoes that offer optimal support, cushioning and performance. From DNA Loft delivering adaptive cushioning and responsiveness to GuideRails® adding support to keep excess movement in check, Brooks shoes will allow you to run happy.
At Kinisi Run Hub, we stock various models of shoes from Brooks including the three we trialled on Monday.
The Brooks Glycerin Flex is one of Brooks' newest models which they describe as rule-bending by blending human movement and tech. The FlexZone™ midfoot flex groove provides midfoot flexibility to help facilitate the body's preferred motion path. The podular forefoot design enhances flexibility and increases support where you need it most. This is through expertly tuned cushioning that strategically places nitrogen-infused DNA TUNED foam throughout the midsole. Large cells are placed in the heel for airy landings and small cells are in the forefoot for powerful toe-offs. A flexible fit is provided through the soft, breathable flat knit upper that moves with your foot and allows you to tune into the run.
The Brooks Glycerin 23 has long been a staple in the Brooks range offering an ultra plush ride that delivers supreme softness and ultimate comfort. The dual-cell DNA TUNED cushion blends soft landings and powerful toe-offs through large cells in the heels and small cells in the forefoot. Stability is provided through the broad platform combined with the tuned cushioning in both the heel and forefoot for a smooth and steady heel-to-toe transition. A flexible and accommodating fit is delivered by a modern, streamlined upper that features a new engineered knit for softness, breathability and all-round comfort.
The Brooks Glycerin GTS 23 is Brooks' ultra plush supportive ride that delivers supreme softness and ultimate comfort. Like the regular Glycerin 23, the dual-cell DNA TUNED cushion blends soft landings and powerful toe-offs through large cells in the heels and small cells in the forefoot. A broad platform and tuned heel and forefoot cushioning combine with the GuideRails® support system to help you feel stable and supported for a smooth and steady heel-to-toe transition to keep you comfortably in your stride. An improved, flexible and accommodating fit is delivered by a modern, streamlined upper that features a new engineered knit for softness, breathability and all-round comfort.
Once again thank you very much to both Brooks and Queen Square Run Club for collaborating with us for a special demo run trialling some unique and innovative shoes. Kinisi Run Hub are proud to work with such great brands and support so many amazing local running clubs!
