The Brooks Launch 12 is still current. Its closest match from another family is the Saucony Kinvara 16
Why the Saucony Kinvara 16
Compared with the Brooks Launch 12: 1 mm more heel stack, 4 mm less drop and 46.3 g lighter. Both are in our daily trainer category.
+1mm stack−4mm drop−46.3g| Spec | Brooks Launch 12 | Saucony Kinvara 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Heel stack | 27 mm | 28 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 4 mm |
| Weight | 252.3 g | 206 g |
The Brooks Launch 12 is the current version of the Brooks Launch line.
3 more current options
Next closest current shoes from other families, scored on heel stack, drop, weight and category. Chips show each one against the Brooks Launch 12.
Brooks Launch 12: questions
Answers are generated from the published specs on this page. Missing values are left out, never estimated.
What is the closest alternative to the Brooks Launch 12 from another brand?
On published specs, the Saucony Kinvara 16, at 68% spec similarity. Compared with the Brooks Launch 12: 1 mm more heel stack, 4 mm less drop and 46.3 g lighter. Both are in our daily trainer category.
Is the Brooks Launch 12 still available?
Trova lists the Brooks Launch 12 as a current model. We don't track retailer stock, so this is not a statement about sizes or availability at any shop.
What are the specs of the Brooks Launch 12?
Published specs for the Brooks Launch 12: 27 mm stack, 8 mm drop, 252.3 g. Weight reference size: men's (size not stated). It is a neutral road shoe in our daily trainer category.
Full spec sheet and version history for the Brooks Launch 12.
Brooks Launch 12 specs →