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Back to Results Brooks Vapor 7 Manufacturer: Brooks Price: $80 Reviewed in: Nov 2006 Shoe Guide Runner's World Awards: Best Buy Average Reader Rating: 3 stars (2 reviews) Shoe Type: Stability See Specifications Runner's World Awards: Best Buy We say: After four years away from the U.S. market, the Vapor is back. The shoe delivers some advanced features for the price, boasting firmer foam on the medial (inner) side and a reinforced arch that uses a plastic strip to help the shoe transition smoothly from heel-strike to toe-off. The Vapor also boasts a tough carbon-rubber outsole for improved durability and a layer of foam under the sockliner to enhance the shoe's feel right out of the box. Recommended for runners with normal to low arches looking for a stable shoe at a good price. Wear-testers say: "A great shoe for big runners like me who need stability."--Greg Wilson, 35, East Lansing "Good stability, but the shoe needs more cushioning." --Luann Heller, 44, Allentown Average Reader Rating: 3 stars (2 reviews) Write a Review 4 stars From the box shoe felt "broken in" and immediately comfortable on my foot. Excellent support both from a stability and cushioning standpoint. For the price, one of the best buys on the market.. Report Abuse Submitted by: Dave, Stanton Michigan, 2 stars My first pair of Brooks and not impressed so far. Gave me a blister on first run. Would like to know what others think.. Report Abuse Submitted by: bob, salem, or, Gender: Male Shoe Type: Stability Sizes: 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 13, 15 Midsole Characteristics: Foam under sockliner Weight: 12 oz. Essential Technology: Reinforced arch Foot Biomechanics: Neutral Printer Friendly | Email | See All Tools

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