Head-to-head · Best Running Shoes for High Arches

Brooks Ghost 18 vs Nike Pegasus 42

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Brooks Ghost 18 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about high-arch heel strikers wanting Brooks reliability — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

Brooks Ghost 18

4.7

$140

The Ghost 18 is the Brooks high-arch pick — 10mm drop and DNA Loft v3 deliver heavenly cushion.

Strengths

— 10mm heel-to-toe drop favors high arches
— DNA Loft v3 midsole — heavenly cushion
— Brooks' best-selling daily trainer

Watch-outs

— Higher drop not for forefoot strikers
— Heavier than racing shoes
— Standard width less roomy than Nimbus

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Ranked #5 in Best Running Shoes for High Arches

Nike Pegasus 42

4.5

$140

The Pegasus 42 is the Nike high-arch pick — daily trainer with forefoot Air Zoom unit.

Strengths

— Daily-trainer reliability
— Air Zoom unit at forefoot for high-arch responsiveness
— Lighter than ASICS Nimbus

Watch-outs

— Less plush than Brooks Ghost or ASICS Nimbus
— Narrower toe box
— Less recommended for high arches than Brooks / ASICS

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How they stack up

Brooks Ghost 18

10mm drop best for high arches. DNA Loft v3 cushion. Less roomy than Nimbus.

Nike Pegasus 42

Lighter than ASICS. Less plush. Air Zoom forefoot.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Brooks Ghost 18	Nike Pegasus 42
Drop	10mm	10mm
Midsole	DNA Loft v3	—
Use	Neutral daily	Daily trainer
Brand	Brooks	Nike
Feature	—	Forefoot Air Zoom

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