Brooks Adrenaline GTS 26 vs HOKA Arahi 9

Adrenaline GTS 26 or Arahi 9? Here’s how they compare on feel, fit, brand specs and price, from the fitting team at The Run House.

The short answer

Want dependable support every day? Get the Adrenaline GTS 26.

Want stable support that doesn’t feel rigid? Get the Arahi 9.

Get the Adrenaline GTS 26 if

• You like a higher heel-to-toe drop (10mm vs 8mm)
• You need a narrow width

Get the Arahi 9 if

• You want more foam underfoot (3mm more at the heel)
• You want the lighter shoe, by about 0.8 oz
• You prefer a lower drop (8mm vs 10mm)

On the run

Adrenaline GTS 26: The steady stability shoe, refreshed. Soft, balanced and predictable, much like the GTS 25. The heel is softer than the forefoot, and the GuideRails stay out of the way until you need them.

Arahi 9: Stable, steady and built to last. Stable without feeling rigid. The broad base and HOKA’s H-Frame keep you steady, and the heel-to-toe roll is smooth. Soft enough for easy miles, but there’s little bounce.

The Adrenaline GTS 26 hasn’t been lab tested yet, so its feel ratings carry over from the GTS 25, which has the same foam and stack.

Specs side by side

Stack, drop and weight come from each brand’s own website. Numbers marked * aren’t published by the brand and come from other published specs. Weights are for the size each brand quotes. Expected life is our estimate.

Fit

Adrenaline GTS 26. True to size with fairly generous volume and excellent heel lock, per early reviews. Narrow through extra-wide.

Arahi 9. True to size with a secure fit on a wide platform. The toebox is a little narrower than the Arahi 8’s, and the heel collar is kind to sensitive heels. Wide and extra-wide available.

Try them on

Come try on both at The Run House in Walpole, Needham or Falmouth. Gait analysis is always free.

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