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Like others in the Brooks Pure range, the PureFlow is neither a minimalist shoe or a massively cushioned [[MinimaxMaximalist]] shoe, but part way between the two extremes. I found the PureFlow to have less cushioning than I expected given its weight. It's not a bad shoe, but you can get the same cushioning with less weight, or the same weight with more cushioning, and either would be better. I was surprised how quickly the foam in the PureFlow broke down and became softer, though I generally found the shoe better once it had started to wear. I found no significant problems with the PureFlow, though I'd advise cutting away the 'Nav Band' that puts pressure on the top of your foot. Overall, I liked the PureFlow, and while there are better shoes out there, I'd recommend it to you as a contender for your funds. {{H:WhatToLookForInShoes}}

The Brooks Pure range of shoes is intended to be more minimalist, but they're only minimal when compared to a traditional shoe like the Asics GT 2000. I would consider Pure shoes as in the "balanced" category that is part way between minimalist and the massively cushioned Minimax Maximalist style of shoes. The Pure range all have some over engineering, with pointless features such as the "Nav Band" that puts extra pressure on the top of the foot. It seems that most shoe manufacturers feel the need to justify their prices with some type of gimmick rather than producing simple, effective shoes, which is a shame. To evaluate the three shoes, it's best to look at how they compare to the PureFlow, which is the middle ground.