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Brooks Ariel Gts 26 Women's
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Ariel Gts 26 Women's

The Brooks Ariel GTS 26 is a maximum-support road stability shoe built for daily runs and walks with a broad base and GuideRails motion control.

$170MSRP
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Comparable specifications
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Terrain
road
Primary use
Daily training
Also good for
Easy / recovery run, Long run, Walking / all-day
Cushion
high
Firmness
balanced
Stability
stability
Weight
317.5g
Drop
12mm
Stack
not published
Midsole
Nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3
Widths
standard
Release
2026
WalkingStable platformDaily trainingRoadHeavier runnersRecovery runsWide feet
Our read

A heavy, high-support daily trainer for runners who need serious stability or run with orthotics; its structure and roomy fit come at the cost of weight and speed.

Ride

Balanced DNA LOFT v3 cushioning delivers a soft but structured feel, with GuideRails guiding motion and a tall 12mm drop. The 317.5g weight makes it feel substantial and slow rather than lively.

Fit

Roomy, accommodating upper that fits varied foot shapes and orthotics, offered in medium, wide, and extra-wide widths. Fit runs true for most, with some reviewers noting the heel and arch feel changed versus prior versions.

Best for

Overpronators or orthotic users who want maximum support for everyday runs and walks and don't mind a heavy shoe.

Avoid if

You want a light, neutral, or responsive shoe for faster running, or you liked the fit of previous Ariel versions and are wary of the redesign.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.