80Score
CoreScore breakdown
1,240 reviews · 16 expert tests
Comfort80
Durability83
Performance79
Value89
Fit accuracy85
Brooks
Divide 5
Where road ends, the Divide begins.
trailRemovable insole
Best for
Trail beginnersLight trail daysRoad-to-trail crossoverValue shoppers
Not ideal for
Technical terrainWet mudUltra distances
Verdict
The Brooks Divide 5 is a solid entry trail in our database, scoring 80/100. It excels for trail beginners and light trail days. Most users highlight excellent price point. The main trade-off: not for serious trail.
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Lab measurements
Weight
255g
UK size 9 men's
Heel drop
8mm
Moderate
Heel stack
30mm
Forefoot stack
22mm
Midsole hardness
33HC
Medium
Energy return
55%
Higher = bouncier
Toebox width
94mm
Breathability
72/100
Outsole grip
82/100
Flexibility
62/100
Heel counter
3/5
Ankle hold
Sustainability
16%
Recycled content
02
Fit guide
Sizing specs
SizingTrue to size. Standard width.
Size rangeUS 5–15
Width optionsD, 2E
Arch supportneutral
Removable insoleYes
Orthotic readyYes
Best for
Trail beginners
Light trail days
Road-to-trail crossover
Value shoppers
Not ideal for
Technical terrain
Wet mud
Ultra distances
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Price tracker
7-month price history
$100Oct
$95Nov
$85Dec
$100Jan
$91Feb
$100Mar
$94Apr
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Construction
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What people say
What people love
Excellent price point
Comfortable on easy trails
Good everyday option
Common complaints
Not for serious trail
Basic outsole lugs
Less grip in mud