Glycerin 23
BrooksBrooks

Glycerin 23

Daily

Plush, smooth, and endlessly reliable — the Glycerin 23 is Brooks at its daily trainer best.

Price$175

Details

The Brooks Glycerin 23 is the latest evolution of one of running's most trusted daily trainers, refined to deliver an even smoother and more comfortable ride from heel strike to toe-off. Built for neutral runners who prioritize consistent cushioning and an easygoing feel, it is the kind of shoe you can reach for every day without a second thought.


The DNA Tuned midsole uses nitrogen-infused cushioning to deliver softness where you need it most — plush and forgiving at the heel for comfortable landings, transitioning to a more responsive feel through the forefoot to keep your stride moving forward with energy. The result is a ride that makes easy days feel genuinely easy and takes the edge off long runs when your legs start to fatigue.


A wide, inherently stable platform provides balanced, predictable transitions without introducing any corrective elements, keeping the shoe firmly in neutral territory. The durable outsole handles the demands of high mileage training while a completely updated triple jacquard knit upper wraps the foot in a secure, accommodating fit that stays comfortable and distraction-free across any distance.


Whether you are building your weekly base, logging long Sunday miles, or just looking for a dependable shoe that shows up for you every single run, the Glycerin 23 delivers the kind of consistent, cushioned comfort that has made it a staple in runners' rotations for years.


MIDSOLE

  • DNA TUNED supercritical foam is nitrogen-infused EVA, created with dual-size cells. Larger cells in the heel and smaller cells in the forefoot combine for a soft and responsive ride.


OUTSOLE

  • Full-length rubber is generously placed throughout the outsole for long-lasting traction and durability.


UPPER

  • Engineered triple jacquard knit provides luxurious comfort and a supportive fit that's 58% recycled.

Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon

Specifications may be manufacturer-reported. Learn how Cadence verifies shoe data.

Specifications

BrandBrooks
CategoryTrainers
Weight10.9 oz
Heel Stack39 mm
Midsole Drop8 mm
Foam TypeDNA Tuned
Forefoot Stack31 mm
ModelGlycerin 23
UsageDaily
StabilityNeutral
CushionHigh
FitRegular, Wide
PlateNo
Plate Description-

Cadence Database Analysis

How the Brooks Glycerin 23 compares with 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.

Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.

Where It Fits

Cushioning
High
Listed weight
Notably heavy for category
Stack
Slightly high for category
Price
Higher-priced for category
Drop
Typical for category
Plate
None
Group
Trainers / Daily

Compared With Trainers / Daily

Listed weight
Glycerin 23: 10.9ozMedian: 9.6oz
Heavier
Heel stack
Glycerin 23: 39mmMedian: 38mm
Higher
Forefoot stack
Glycerin 23: 31mmMedian: 31mm
Typical
Drop
Glycerin 23: 8mmMedian: 8mm
Typical
Price
Glycerin 23: $175Median: $160
Higher range

What Stands Out

  • At 10.9 oz, its listed weight is 1.3 oz above the median of the 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database (9.6 oz).
  • At $175, its price sits $15 above the median of the 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
  • Its 39mm heel stack is 1.0mm above the current Trainers / Daily median of 38mm (n=67).
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