Brooks Beast 2011

The Brooks Beast has been described as the superhero for runners with flat feet and in need to be rescued from overpronation at its highest level.

The shoe is built for pronation control, with a firm transition bridge and wide, rigid mid-soles to wrap the fallen arches and keep them in check while running. This incarnation of the Beast is made with more flexible materials than previous Beasts, and also sports the Brooks DNA cushioning material from heel to toe. It’s a very heavy shoe, weighing in at 15 oz.

Users either loved or hated the Brooks Beast. Giant runners with flat feet loved the overpronation control, while smaller runners felt it to be as uncomfortable as running on a block of wood with a stone wedged into the arch. Still many users claimed it to be the best among the overpronation controller shoes on the market.

Users with knee issues and previous ankle injuries were also satisfied, while users who used insoles felt the shoe was supportive enough to do away with them. A lot of runners who were conscious of the high price of the Brooks Beast noted that it was worth the money they paid. Overall, the Brooks was liked by approximately 9 out of 10 big runners, and hated on the other end by a small minority of runners.

The Brooks Beast retails for $130 usd. You might find it cheaper on this online listing

In conclusion, the Brooks Beast 2011 is the go-to shoe for big runners who need as much over pronation support as possible, and are willing to search the market for the top of line ride that will cater to this need. Highly recommended for the niche it fills, a miracle of a shoe for those that need extreme pronation control.