At nearly the same price ($128 vs $129), the Ghost 16 and Ride 17 are two of the most popular neutral daily trainers — but they're tuned for different things. The Ghost 16 has a higher 12mm drop, more stack (36mm), and comes in wide-fit options, built for smooth, forgiving high-mileage comfort. The Ride 17 is lighter (256g vs 268g), lower-drop (8mm), and has a snappier feel that holds up better at faster paces.
Brooks Ghost 16 | Saucony Ride 17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $128▲ Best | $129 |
| Weight | 268g | 256g▲ Best |
| Heel drop | 12mm | 8mm |
| Heel stack | 36mm | 34mm |
| Midsole feel | 30 HC | 29 HC |
| CoreScore | 85 | 86▲ Best |
| Arch support | neutral | neutral |
| Best for | Beginners, Daily training, Wide feet | Speed sessions, Daily training, Breathability |
| Not ideal for | Racing, Minimalist preference | Max cushion, Very wide feet |
Who should buy which
Choose the Ghost 16 if you have wider feet, run high weekly mileage, or just want the smoothest, most forgiving ride on offer.
Choose the Ride 17 if you want a single shoe that also handles the occasional speed session, and you prefer a lower-to-the-ground, more responsive feel.
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