Brooks Launch 9 Mens The Brooks Launch 9 for men is a fast and versatile running shoe for neutral runners. The shoes are ideal for runners who are looking for a reliable and lightweight running shoe for fast tempo runs. The Launch is also suitable as a training shoe or for during competitions.The renewed upper is made of Creel Warp mesh material and is specially designed to be extremely light and breathable. It also ensures high breathability and targeted structure. The BioMoGo DNA midsole returns a lot of energy, thereby ensuring a responsive feel. Next to that, it's light in weight and lets you reach top speeds. Because the midsole doesn't have a lot of cushioning material, the Brooks Launch 9 provides a lot of contact with the underground. The midsole of the Brooks Launch GTS 9 is 2mm thicker than the midsole of the Launch GTS 8. The renewed midsole and the Green Rubber Outsole help your feet travel through heel-to-toe transition rapidly.