This new eco-friendly racing flat is a special looking shoe. And that’s rare for Brooks, whose red Beast is about as liberally cosmetic as it gets up and down this company’s tech running lineup. And the Green Silence is special not only in its appearance. The shoe is built to be eco-friendly through the use of recycled materials. On the one hand, kudos to Brooks for its consideration of the environment. On the other, it is a racing flat, so, the numbers sold will not be that high (so, here’s to an eco-friendly Adrenaline!). Nevertheless, it’s a nice gesture Brooks is making.

This is a racing flat with a semi-mono-tongue construction which I've always appreciated in a shoe. For triathletes this can mean a very easy entrance and a tongue that almost instantly falls in place. The shoe is soft on the inside and very easy to race without socks (my preference). Only four lace-loops make it simple and quick with Yanksz! or any other fast lacing system.

The midsole seems a bit soft at first feel and I’m not sure how responsive it will be. The sample pair I had felt fine when I put them on. They are extra light at 6.9 oz and should only be worn by those blessed with good mechanics and a neutral running gait.

There is very little rubber on the outsole, so, don’t expect this shoe to last a long time. If you are already wearing Brooks’ T6 racer, you can make a fashion statement wearing this shoe. I’m anxious to note whether we see the Green Silence on Chrissie’s feet once she recovers from her injuries and again takes to the field of play (and if so, over which race distances).

Thumbs up for Brooks making an eco-friendly shoe and now hope that they continue this trend on their more popular training models.