Brooks Trace 3

Brooks

Brooks Trace 3

RoadDaily TrainerActive
70

$100

MSRP

Weight281g
Drop12mm
Stack34.1mm / 22.2mm

Key Specs

Weight281g
Drop12mm
Stack Height34.1mm / 22.2mm
Cushioning5/10
Responsiveness4/10
Flexibility5/10

Performance Radar

Performance

Pace Range5:00/km7:00/km
Ideal Distances
5k10kdaily
Terrain
Road
Energy Return4%
Lifespan600 km
Ride Feel
Firm

Construction

Midsole FoamDNA Loft
Upper Materialengineered_mesh
Outsole RubberHPR Plus
Lacing SystemTraditional

Fit & Feel

PronationNeutral
Width OptionsB, D
Arch TypeNeutral
SizingTrue To Size
Toe BoxStandard
Heel CounterSemi Rigid

Expert Reviews

Outdoor Gear Lab

70

Value-oriented shoe with DNA Loft from higher tier models. Excels for heel strikers seeking affordable option.

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Runner Sentiment

What runners love

Good value
Durable
Comfortable toe box

Common concerns

Very firm ride
Not responsive
Heavy

Best For

Ideal for

Budget daily runningHeel strikersBeginners

Not ideal for

Speed workForefoot strikersResponsive ride seekers

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