Brooks Ghost Trail
Trail Light

Brooks Ghost Trail

The Ghost Trail delivers a familiar Brooks ride with reliable grip for light trails and mixed terrain. It is not the most exciting shoe in the category but offers a durable, stable, and consistent experience that suits runners wanting a versatile road-to-trail option for daily training. — The Run Testers

"snappy ride from heel to toe" — The Run Testers
Physical blueprint

Where this shoe sits

Weight 292 g
Heel stack 40.0 mm
Drop 8.0 mm
Cushioning High

Best for

Daily TrainingLong Runs
Suits Heel, Midfoot strikers
Pronation Neutral
Surface Light Trail

Specifications

Weight (M9)
292g (10.3 oz)
Stack (Heel)
40.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
32.0 mm
Drop
8.0 mm
Midsole
DNA LOFT v3 (nitrogen-infused EVA)
Outsole
TrailTack Green rubber
Upper
Engineered air mesh
Lacing
Traditional

Fit Profile

Length
True To Size
Forefoot Width
Standard
Midfoot Width
Roomy
Heel Width
Snug
Lockdown
Good
Toe Box
Average
Sizing
True To Size

Ride Characteristics

Cushioning
High
Feel
Balanced
Energy Return
High
Stability
Neutral
Rocker
Moderate
Transition
Smooth
Bounce
Balanced

Durability

Outsole
Above Average

Expert reviews · 1 reviewer · grouped per channel

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The Run Testers Youtube

The Ghost Trail delivers a familiar Brooks ride with reliable grip for light trails and mixed terrain. It is not the most exciting shoe in the category but offers a durable, stable, and consistent experience that suits runners wanting a versatile road-to-trail option for daily training.

Best for: Easy and long daily training runs on mixed terrain, light trails, gravel paths, wet pavements, and forest routes where road shoes lose grip.

31 miles tested · source

Frequently asked questions

How does the Brooks Ghost Trail fit?

The Run Testers notes: True to size with comfortable padding around the heel and a stiff internal heel counter that is not irritating. Good hold around heel and midfoot with extra structure at the forefoot for trail protection.

Per The Run Testers.

How much does the Brooks Ghost Trail weigh and what is its drop?

The Brooks Ghost Trail weighs about 292g (men's 9), has a 40.0mm heel stack and a 8.0mm heel-toe drop.

What shoes is the Brooks Ghost Trail compared to?

Reviewers compare the Brooks Ghost Trail to Brooks Ghost 17, Hoka Challenger 8.

Per The Run Testers.

How many experts have reviewed the Brooks Ghost Trail?

Next Pair aggregates 1 expert review of the Brooks Ghost Trail, including The Run Testers.

Per The Run Testers.

Where it sits among similar shoes

Compared to other trail light in the same lane.

Weight · lower = lighter Men's size 9
Brooks Ghost Trail
292g
Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR
272g
Mount to Coast H1
238g
La Sportiva Prodigio Pro
264g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning mm
Brooks Ghost Trail
40.0mm
Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR
40.0mm
Mount to Coast H1
36.0mm
La Sportiva Prodigio Pro
34.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning mm
Brooks Ghost Trail
8.0mm
Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR
7.0mm
Mount to Coast H1
6.0mm
La Sportiva Prodigio Pro
6.0mm

Brooks Ghost Trail

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Last updated 2026-06-14