Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | Our verdict
Pros
- Has some spring
- Brooks Carbonite Tight
- Low-profile midsole
- zapatillas de running Brooks ritmo bajo talla 43 entre 60 y 100
- Snugly wraps around the foot
- Comfortable all-day
- Excellent for winter runs
- Great traction
- Durable knit upper
- Come in multiple width options
- Si estás buscando unas zapatillas de trail running Brooks para correr por la montaña
Cons
- Rubs the heel
- Stretchy upper impedes lockdown
- Pricey for a daily trainer
- Бігові кросівки brooks glycerin 15 38 розмір оригінал
Audience verdict
Comparison
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Audience score | 82 Good! | 82 Good! | 89 Great! | 87 Great! | |
Price | $150 | $150 | $150 | $110 | |
Pace | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | Daily runningSpeed training | |
Arch support | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | |
Weight lab Weight brand | 10.1 oz / 285g 9.8 oz / 278g | 9.9 oz / 281g 9.9 oz / 280g | 10.7 zapatillas de running Brooks talla 35.5 más de 100 10.9 oz / 309g | 8.1 zapatillas de running Brooks talla 44.5 azules 8.2 oz / 232g | |
Lightweight | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | |
Drop lab Drop brand | 9.5 mm 8.0 mm | 7.5 mm 8.0 mm | 7.7 mm 8.0 mm | 10.0 mm 10.0 mm | |
Strike pattern | HeelMid/forefoot | Mid/forefoot | Mid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | |
Midsole softness | Soft | Balanced | Soft | Soft | |
Difference in midsole softness in cold | Small | Small | Small | Normal | |
Toebox durability | Good | Good | Good | Decent | |
Heel padding durability | Good | Good | Good | Good | |
Outsole durability | Good | Good | Good | Good | |
Breathability | Warm | Warm | Breathable | Moderate | |
Brooks adrénaline gts 21 chaussures de course | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
Toebox width at the big toe | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
Stiffness | Moderate | Flexible | Moderate | Flexible | |
Difference in stiffness in cold | Small | Small | Small | Big | |
Torsional rigidity | Flexible | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | |
Brooks Ghost 12 me ha parecido una zapatilla muy completa | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | |
Heel lab Heel brand | 28.0 mm 29.0 mm | 32.9 mm 33.0 mm | 34.3 mm 32.5 mm | 33.8 mm 34.0 mm | |
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand | 18.5 mm 21.0 mm | 25.4 mm 25.0 mm | 26.6 mm 24.5 mm | 23.8 mm 24.0 mm | |
Widths available | Normal | Normal | Normal | NormalWide | |
Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Season | Winter | Winter | Summer | Winter | |
Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ranking | #322 Bottom 21% | #189 Bottom 26% | #50 Top 20% | #103 Top 41% | |
Popularity | #365 Bottom 11% | #191 Bottom 25% | #120 Top 47% | #85 Top 34% |
Who should buy
We recommend the Brooks Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 as an excellent choice for:
- Runners who prefer a low-to-the-ground shoe with a protective and lively midsole for short to moderate distances
- Those living in colder climates who need a daily trainer that remains reliable and comfy regardless of how low temperatures drop
Who should NOT buy
Our smoke and freezer tests reveal the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 to be an excellent wintertime companion. Conversely, however, the knit upper's lacklustre breathability makes it a less-than-ideal choice for toasty summer runs. The non-Stealthfit update to the series, the Levitate 6 boasts a much more well-ventilated mesh upper that we recommend for runners in warmer climates.
The Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's low-profile midsole affords us lots of ground feel which isn't an issue when it comes to our short to moderate distance efforts. It's as we start pushing the mile markers that we find ourselves wishing for a little more protection from the sustained impacts against the road. We suggest checking out the Brooks Ghost 15 as an alternative with the cushioning needed to gobble up miles comfortably.
At £150, the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 is a little steep for a daily trainer. for a more budget-friendly workhorse, we recommend the Brooks Revel 6 instead.
Breathability
We pumped smoke into the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 and found that the smoke struggled to filter through its knit-upper. It takes a substantial amount of time before little wisps finally escape the shoe, indicating that heat would be similarly trapped within the shoe. This leads us to give the shoe the lowest score of 1 out of 5 for breathability, making it a less-than-ideal choice for hot summer runs. For runners in need of a more well-ventilated option, we recommend checking out the non-Stealthfit update to the original shoe, the Brooks Levitate 6.
The shoe's abysmal performance in our smoke test comes as quite a surprise as we can see that light is able to penetrate the seemingly porous upper. This finding would usually indicate better airflow than what we just saw.
For further clarification, we turn to our microscope which reveals how densely woven the upper actually is. The gaps aren't nearly as large as our light test would lead us to believe, thus explaining the smoke's extremely delayed ability to exit the shoe.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 1 |
Average | 3.8 |
Durability
Toebox durability
To simulate extreme wear and tear, we subjected the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 to a number of thrashings from our Demel, starting with the toebox. With the abrasive element spinning at 5K RPM, we pressed our tool against the shoe for four quick seconds of grinding.
While breathability may not be the knit upper's strong suit, it certainly is durable. We had no choice but to give it a perfect 5 out of 5 in this assessment as our tool was barely even able to scuff the toebox, let alone rip or tear it. As such, we don't expect any accidental bumps or scrapes to bring an untimely end to this shoe.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 5 |
Average | 2.4 |
Heel padding durability
Next, we pressed our Dremel against the heel collar under similar parameters and found it to be almost as durable as the toebox.
With only a small rip left in the aftermath of the four-second test, the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 earns a near perfect heel padding durability score of 4 out of 5.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 4 |
Average | 3.2 |
Outsole hardness
Pressing our durometer against the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's outsole gives us a reading of 84 HC which is slightly harder than our current lab average. This indicates a good mix of grip and durability, the latter of which we will be putting to the test next.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 84.0 HC |
Average | 80.5 HC |
Outsole durability
To test the outsole, we set the Dremel to spin at 10K RPM and set it against the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 for twenty-two seconds of grinding.
Once the time was up, we measured the indentation left by our tool and found that we had only shorn away 0.5 mm of rubber from the outsole. This is a much more durable result than average and means that we expect the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 to outlast the expected lifespan of 400 to 500 miles of use.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 0.5 mm |
Average | 0.9 mm |
Outsole thickness
Using our caliper, we measured the outsole to be 3.3 mm thick which is right on par with our current lab average, This gives us no cause for concern regarding the longevity of the shoe considering how well it performed against our Dremel.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 3.3 mm |
Average | 3.2 mm |
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | Weight
Weighing in at 10.1 oz (285g), the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 isn't quite as sleek on the scale as it looks on the foot. However, it doesn't feel overly burdensome during our less intense runs.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 10.05 oz (285g) |
Average | 9.38 oz (266g) |
Cushioning
Heel stack
At only 28 mm thick according to our caliper measurements, the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's stack is shorter than our current lab average. This is still a good amount of foam to have underfoot to dampen the impact of short to medium-distance runs.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 28.0 mm |
Average | 33.7 mm |
Forefoot stack
The Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's forefoot stack is significantly shorter than average at only 18.7 mm thick.
On the one hand, this is a fair amount of foam that still protects our landings while providing an intuitive and natural sense of the ground as we run. On the other, it isn't enough for the repeated beatings against the hard asphalt brought on by long-distance runs. Instead, we recommend the higher-stacked Brooks Ghost 15 instead.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 18.5 mm |
Average | 25.0 mm |
Drop
The difference in our stack measurements leaves the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 with a drop height of 9.5 mm. This is slightly higher than the stated 8 mm drop, however, this discrepancy is quite small and will only be noticed by very attuned and experienced runners.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 9.5 mm |
Average | 8.7 mm |
Insole thickness
At only 3 mm thick according to our caliper measurements, the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's insole is just shy of our current lab average. This still provides us with a nice an soft footbed with a fair amount of arch support.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 3.0 mm |
Average | 4.5 mm |
Midsole softness
Pressing our durometer against the DNA Amp midsole foam gives us a softer-than-average reading of 19 HA.
However, this doesn't feel overly plush by any means; with the shoe doing a good job of cushioning our landings without feeling too squishy underfoot and providing a balanced ride.
The DNA Amp also has a nice snappy rebound that gives our toe-offs a lively and responsive spark. This means that we were comfortably able to push the pace for some speedwork, though we wouldn't use the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 as a dedicated tempo trainer. We recommend the Brooks Hyperion as a speedier shoe that better fits that bill.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 19.0 HA |
Average | 21.4 HA |
Difference in midsole softness in cold
We placed the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 in the freezer for twenty minutes to observe the effects of cold conditions on the midsole. We had to make sure we hadn't blown the motor as the change was almost negligible. After confirming that the freezer was running correctly, we could finally trust our finding that the midsole had only become 2% firmer in the face of frigid conditions. As such, the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 will feel just as soft and forgiving underfoot no matter how low the mercury drops.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 2% |
Average | 25.5% |
Stability
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Thanks to its low profile, the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 feels quite stable underfoot despite the softer-than-average midsole foam. That said, as a neutral trainer, it doesn't have any stability features that promote better alignment for those with overpronation. For runners in need of a more supportive alternative, we recommend checking out the Brooks Launch GTS 10.
Torsional rigidity
The Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 is quite easy to bend and twist in our hands, leading us to give it a torsional rigidity score of 2 out of 5. This contributes to the shoe's natural feeling ride as it conforms with the movements of our foot from landing to toe-off.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 2 |
Average | 3.2 |
Brooks Ghost 12 me ha parecido una zapatilla muy completa
The heel counter is moderately stiff, earning a 3 out of 5 in our manual assessment. This strikes a good balance between stability and comfort as the structured heel holds our rearfoot in place delicately while still allowing for some natural lateral movements as we run.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 3 |
Average | 2.8 |
Midsole width in the forefoot
Using our caliper, we found the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's midsole to be right on par with our current lab average at 113.5 mm wide. This gives us more than enough of a platform to be steady on our feet without feeling clunky while turning or taking corners.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 113.5 mm |
Average | 113.7 mm |
Midsole width in the heel
Back at the heel, the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's midsole is a little shy of our current lab average at only 87.4 mm wide according to our caliper. This should still be enough of a base for heel strikers to land with confidence in this shoe.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 87.4 mm |
Average | 90.5 mm |
Flexibility
Stiffness
We secured the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 to our workbench and used a force gauge to find that only 21.9N of force is needed to torque the shoe to 90 degrees.
This is a more flexible result than our current lab average and means that the shoe is able to conform with the natural flexion of our foot with relative ease. This factors greatly into the shoe's smooth and comfortable ride as it doesn't constrict our foot and leave it feeling battered. As such, the shoe feels great to wear all day long.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 21.9N |
Average | 29.2N |
Difference in stiffness in cold
Much like the midsole, the shoe's longitudinal flexibility is almost entirely unaffected by cold conditions. Repeating our flex test after chilling the shoe in our freezer for twenty minutes reveals that it only became 4.3% stiffer. This change is insignificant in practical terms and further confirms the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 as an excellent winter running companion.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 4.3% |
Average | 35.9% |
Grip / Traction
The muli-directional tread pattern on the outsole provided us with reliable traction throughout testing the shoe. Even wet asphalt didn't cause us to break our stride, though we did have a bit of a wobble on more slick surfaces like cobblestones. The grippy and durable nature of the outsole means that we were also able to go off-road on some mild trails without worrying about damaging ourselves or the shoe.
Size and fit
Brooks adrénaline gts 21 chaussures de course
At 97.9 mm wide at its widest point according to our caliper measurements, the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's toebox is right on par with our current lab average. This means that it should accommodate most foot shapes quite comfortably. There are also multiple width options available for runners with broader feet.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 97.9 mm |
Average | 98.4 mm |
Levi's for Brooks Brothers Levi's 501 in Dry Scraped Wash
The Кроссовки brooks defyance 7's upper is a one-piece construction that omits a tongue and has a sock-like fit
In that way, the shoe feels like it wraps around our foot for a snug and natural feel. However, while the elastic is strong enough to lock our foot in place decently, we did notice some slippage as we pushed the pace during speedier runs.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | Sock like |
Comfort
Tongue padding
With no actual tongue to speak of, we measured the bit of material above the instep and found it to only be 2 mm thick
This doesn't give us much clearance between our foot and the laces which do feel somewhat apparent across our instep once laced up and ready to go. That said, it's not too uncomfortable since the rounded laces themselves are quite soft.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | 2.0 mm |
Average | 5.6 mm |
Heel tab
Sock-like shoes can be frustrating to put on but the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 makes it a little easier with the inclusion of a handy little finger loop at the heel that makes sliding it on smoother and faster.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | Finger loop |
Removable insole
The insole isn't glued in so replacing it with an aftermarket alternative or a custom orthotic for added arch support is possible if necessary.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | Yes |
Misc
Reflective elements
With no reflective elements to be found on the shoe whatsoever, we recommend using additional high-vis gear if ever running along the road at night in the Кроссовки brooks defyance 7.
Кроссовки brooks defyance 7 | No |