Unisex Staple X Ghost
A Brooks x Jeff Staple collaboration hybrid built on the Ghost Trail platform, pairing DNA LOFT v3 cushioning with a modest 3mm-lug TrailTack outsole for road-to-trail versatility.
- Terrain
- trail
- Primary use
- Door-to-trail
- Also good for
- Easy trail run, Daily trail training
- Cushion
- high
- Firmness
- soft
- Stability
- neutral
- Drop
- 8mm
- Stack
- not published
- Lug
- 3mm
- Midsole
- Nitrogen-infused cushioning
- Outsole
- TrailTack Green rubber
- Upper
- air mesh with 3D-printed toe cap and mudguard
- Widths
- standard
The STAPLE x Ghost Trail is a lifestyle-tinged road-to-trail daily trainer rather than a performance trail shoe. Its soft nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 midsole and 8mm drop make it comfortable for mixed paths, gravel and easy trails, but reviewers note it is not technically profiled and should be paired with a more aggressive shoe for demanding terrain. The 300g weight and $170 collaboration price reflect its crossover styling more than race-day ambition.
Comfortable, reliably soft ride from nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 with balanced support and moderate grip; smooth on road, capable on light trail.
Soft, breathable air mesh upper with a 3D-printed toe cap and mudguard for off-road protection; the collaboration upper is worth trying on for sizing.
Runners wanting one cushioned shoe for commutes, walking, and easy road-to-trail mixed-surface outings, plus fans of the STAPLE collaboration.
You need aggressive traction, a rock plate, or a lightweight racer for technical or steep mountain terrain.