The Brooks Ghost uses DNA LOFT foam engineered for softness. It is one of the UK's best-selling running shoes precisely because it suits a wide range of runners: it is forgiving on poor form, comfortable immediately out of the box, and available in multiple width options.
The Ride's PWRRUN foam sits in a different character — still cushioned, but with more energy return and a more dynamic feel underfoot. Runners who find the Ghost slightly dead or passive often respond well to the Ride.
Brooks Ghost runs slightly wider than the Saucony Ride at standard width. If you have found the Ghost comfortable in the forefoot and tried the Ride snug, this is the likely cause — look for the Ride in wide (2E) or consider the Ghost your benchmark.
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Source: specifications from saucony.com and brooksrunning.com.