Women's Brooks Defyance 5

The Defyance 5 continues to deliver the incomparable fit and feel of the Adrenaline GTS to the Neutral runner. Now with patent-pending anatomical Brooks DNA, runners of all sizes and strides can experience custom comfort. To sweeten the ride even more, Brooks added an asymmetric arch saddle and adjustable eye row for a wrap-your-foot feel, and an improved caterpillar crash pad for optimal transition.

Category: Neutral
Weight: 9.0 oz
Platform: Universal
Construction: Strobel

Features:

Midsole

• Anatomical Brooks DNA
• Full-Length BioMoGo
• DRB Accel
• Full-Length S-257 Cushsole
• Heel Caterpillar Tech
• Flextra
• Universal Platform

Outsole

• HPR Plus
• Forefoot Stable Pod Construction
• Blown Rubber Forefoot

Upper

• Profile Sockliner
• Moisture-managing Element Mesh
• Synthetic Overlay Materials
• Moisture-managing Element Linings
• Internal Support Saddle

Brooks DNA

Brooks DNA is a groundbreaking, patent-pending cushioning material that provides a customized ride for runners of all sizes and speeds. Working with BioMoGo, Brooks DNA responds to your every step, dispersing impact and providing ideal comfort and protection as the pace and surface change.

BioMoGo

Brooks has taken the long-lasting cushioning of their MoGo midsole and made it more environmentally friendly. A non-toxic, natural additive in the BioMoGo compound encourages anaerobic microbes to munch away 50 times faster once it hits an active, enclosed landfill.

DRB Accel

Shank-like thermoplastic device provides torsional rigidity to midfoot, enhancing support while allowing the heel and forefoot to act independently.

Caterpillar Crash Pad

This segmented crash pad customizes the individual's lay down with just the right amount of cushion and stabilization, giving the runner a smooth heel to toe transition.

Flextra

Strategically placed in the forefoot outsole, this rubber piece varies in degrees of support to correspond with gender and weight categories, providing tuned flexibility.

HPR Plus

A higher durability, abrasion-resistant rubber outsole compound that wears longer.

Engineered Stable Pod Configuration

Midsole and outsole components are engineered to set the foot in an efficient, balanced position from heel strike to toe-off, offering maximum stability and responsiveness.

Element

Upper technology featuring superior microfiber construction to provide a light, supple, quiet fabric that offers breathability, durability, and comfort.