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Incorporating Brooks' MoGo midsole, the Addiction 8 increases its cushioning and durability. The wide, linear platform offers sturdy support for the low arches and flat feet that over-pronate.

Width D=Medium, Width 2E=Wide

How It Fits (based on width D)

Sizing: Standard running shoe length
Heel: Medium to narrow, deep
Mid-foot: Medium to full volume
Forefoot: Medium
Toe-Box height: Medium
Arch Structure: Low height

Weight: 12.9 oz (size 9)

Product Lifecycle

Release date: May 2008
Model discontinued: April 2010
Model update: May 2010, Addiction 9
Heritage: Addiction 7

introduction
The Brooks Addiction 8 is a moderate featured shoe designed for severe over-pronation. It's level of cushioning and motion control support is intended for larger or high mileage runners. The Addiction 8 is built on a linear platform resulting in a semi-straight shape.

cushioning
Hydroflow ST is located in the heel and is a cushioning device which consists of a chamber filled with viscous fluid. Hydroflow ST is designed to attenuate shock, dampen impact forces and provide added heel stability. Forefoot Hydroflow is located where the metatarsal head region of the foot rests in the shoe. Forefoot Hydroflow is designed to attenuate shock and dampen forces.

midsole

MoGo provides better cushioning, energy return, and durability compared to traditional CMEVA midsoles.
Extended Progressive Diagonal Rollbar (PDRB) begins at the medial heel and extends through to the medial forefoot. PDRB is a tri-density BioMoGo construction which is designed to smoothly reduce excess pronation.
MC Pod Configuration is a midsole/outsole design pattern intended to set the foot up for an efficient, balanced position from heel to toe. The focus of this design is on maximum motion control and flexibility.

upper

Air Mesh covers the upper and is a breathable mesh that allows heat to escape.
Synthetic Overlays are strategically located with the purpose of providing a secure fit.
Internal Support Saddle is located in the midfoot with the purpose of providing a more secure midfoot fit.
Traditional Sockliner
Cushole S-257 and Combination Last combines a rearfoot fiberboard for rigidity with a layer of advanced foam for underfoot comfort.

outsole
HPR Plus is a form of high abrasion-resistant rubber and is located in the heel. MC Pod Configuration is a midsole/outsole design pattern intended to set the foot up for an efficient, balanced position from heel to toe. The focus of this design is on maximum motion control and flexibility.

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