The Brooks Divide 3 Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

The Brooks Divide 3 is a versatile door-to-trail shoe, ideal for runners seeking stability on varied surfaces. With a significant redesign, this model shows notable performance across both trails and roads. The lab data reveals a firm ride that may not provide sufficient cushioning for longer distances, making it best suited for shorter runs or mixed terrain.


Pros

  • Exceptionally comfortable
  • Versatile for roads and trails
  • Smooth, predictable ride
  • Super stable
  • Amazing value at $100
  • Secure overall fit
  • Good durability

Cons

  • Could use more cushioning
  • Not for technical trails
  • DNA Loft feels too firm

Key Features

  • Soft Cushioning: The Divide 3 is constructed with DNA Loft cushioning and a Segmented Crash Pad in the outsole for soft landings and smooth transitions.
  • Road-to-Trail Versatility: Its reconfigured midsole features soft DNA LOFT cushion that ensures flexibility and protection as you shift from road to trail.
  • Trusted Traction: The shoe's premium TrailTack rubber outsole delivers dependable wet-dry traction, allowing you to venture confidently off-road.
  • Hybrid Fit: An all-new air-mesh upper enhances breathability and structure, complemented by a TPU mudguard that protects your foot.

Specifications

  • Fabric type: Fabric
  • Origin: Imported
  • Sole material: Rubber
  • Shaft height: All ankle (Alla caviglia)

Brooks Divide 3 Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

Brooks Divide 3 On Cloudvista 2 New Balance 510 v6 New Balance Tektrel
Price $100 $150 $90 $90
Trail terrain Light Light Light Light
Arch support Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral
Weight lab Weight brand 10.3 oz / 291g 10.3 oz / 292g 11 oz / 312g 10.7 oz / 302g
Drop lab Drop brand 8.4 mm 6.0 mm 8.2 mm 8.0 mm
Strike pattern Heel Mid/forefoot Heel Heel
Size Half size small True to size True to size Slightly small
Midsole softness Firm Balanced Balanced Balanced
Difference in midsole softness in cold Small Small Small Normal
Toebox durability Very bad Decent Decent Good
Heel padding durability Bad Bad Bad Decent
Outsole durability Good Good Good Decent
Breathability Moderate Warm Moderate Breathable
Width / fit Medium Narrow Narrow Medium
Toebox width Medium Medium Medium Wide
Stiffness Stiff Moderate Stiff Stiff
Torsional rigidity Stiff Stiff Moderate Moderate
Heel counter stiffness Stiff Moderate Moderate Moderate
Lug depth 3.1 mm 3.1 mm 2.9 mm 2.4 mm
Heel stack lab Heel stack brand 31.1 mm 31.7 mm 33.8 mm 32.2 mm
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand 22.7 mm 25.7 mm 25.6 mm 24.2 mm
Widths available Normal Narrow Normal Normal
Season All seasons All seasons All seasons Summer
Removable insole
Orthotic friendly
Ranking Top 20% Top 35% Bottom 3% Bottom 6%
Popularity Bottom 5% Bottom 41% Bottom 13% Top 49%