Brooks’ New Retro-Styled Sneaker Finally Makes Comfort Look Cool

The revived Brooks Adrenaline GTS 10 expertly combines Y2K-era style and modern performance for a sneaker that feels as good as it looks.

Close-up of a white and gray mesh running shoe with blue accents and white laces on a green background.

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By Hayley Helms

Published March 9, 2026

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Updated March 9, 2026

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While it’s not the flashiest brand on the footwear scene, Brooks has built a cult following thanks to its emphasis on comfort, performance and support.

Its running shoes are prized by athletes and podiatrists for their functional, understated design.

Pair of Brooks running shoes with light green mesh uppers, silver overlays, and yellow-green rubber soles. — The reissue of the original 2009 model seamlessly blends throwback aesthetics with today’s tech.

That being said, the popular brand has jumped into the archival reissue game in the past couple years, starting with the launch of its lifestyle division in 2025.

Thanks to that new focus, its latest retro revival may be Brooks’ most style-forward shoe yet.

Past meets present

The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 10 is a new release that builds on a 2000s-era design, mixing throwback details with modern materials.

Person wearing black pants and black sneakers with yellow accents riding a black bicycle on a city street. — Although its roots lie in running, the new Adrenaline GTS 10 is an ideal everyday shoe thanks to its updated looks.

True to its Y2K tech-runner roots, the lifestyle sneaker includes a mesh-based upper with metallic overlays. Three eye-catching colorways connect the updated model back to the original 2009 release.

The aesthetic of the new Adrenaline GTS 10 certainly checks all the boxes for an on-trend lifestyle shoe, but that’s not what makes this Brooks so special.

Heritage design inspiration meets updated cushioning, a 12mm drop and a slim profile.

Brooks Running

The Adrenaline GTS 10 has the benefit of starting as a performance runner before making the jump into the lifestyle category. Because of that trajectory, it lands in a rare sweet spot: elevated looks paired with high-end technology.

While its good looks are obvious at a glance, the shoe’s best features aren’t immediately visible. Thanks to a major Brooks performance upgrade under the hood, this shoe doesn’t just look good; it may be one of the most comfortable lifestyle options on the market.

Light green Brooks running shoe with black and yellow accents worn with beige ribbed socks. — Thanks to its running roots, this may be the most comfortable everyday shoe on the block.

The aforementioned upgrade comes in the form of enhanced, nitrogen-infused DNA Tuned cushioning, which is normally reserved for the brand’s performance-focused models.

Composed of both large and small foam cells, DNA Tuned makes it possible to combine softer cushioning with more dynamic compounds, resulting in an energetic yet plush ride.

Pair of white and gray Brooks running shoes with yellow accents viewed from above. — The Canary Green/Stone/Sunny Lime is sure to be a hit.

At $170, the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 10 may feel pricey for an everyday sneaker. But with performance-grade construction and straight-from-the-vault style, Brooks’ latest release makes a strong case as one of the most comfortable, stylish shoes around.

Availability and pricing

The Adrenaline GTS 10 is available on Brooks Running’s site now, retailing for $170.

Light green and silver mesh running shoe with yellow accents and beige sole, side view.

Brooks Running Adrenaline GTS 10

$170 at Brooks Running

About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

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