Product Description

Designed as one of the most innovative and technologically advanced trail running shoes ever, the Brooks Cascadia features a low stance and dual Pivot™ Post system to help runners maintain a more neutral position at all times. Cascadia’s ventilation and quick draining system make it an ideal trail running shoe in all types of weather and terrain conditions. A Unique Ballistic Rock Shield™ in the forefoot provides added surface protection from roots and rocks, dispersing pressure while retaining maximum flexibility. Wt. 10.5 oz.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #57669 in Sports & Outdoors
• Brand: Brooks
• Fabric type: Nylon mesh

Features

• Forefoot and Heel Hydroflow for enhanced cushioning
• Independent Pivot Posts, positioned medially and laterally, minimize ground surface area for better adaptation to the trail
• Full-length Substance 257 midsole offers unsurpassed cushioning and durability

Amazon.com Product Description
Conquer new terrain with the adventurous Cascadia. It's designed to neutralize the destabilizing effect of trail irregularities while stopping rocks in their tracks, winning out over wet weather, and banishing blisters. A trail-ready mix of weather resistance and performance lets off-road runners tackle rocky terrain, wet weather, and whatever else the run throws at them. Aggressive outsoles and durable uppers sandwich a myriad of Brooks cushioning technologies and terrain-specific stability devices.

From the Manufacturer
Designed to elevate the running experience, Brooks' advanced stability, cushioning, and motion control gear is recognized as the product of choice among runners of all levels. Entirely focused on the run, Brooks is dedicated to inspiring people to be active. Brooks creates innovative equipment that keeps you running longer, farther, and faster -- and with more enjoyment of the run.

Customer Reviews

My favorite pair of Brooks yet!
The Cascadia is my third "model" of shoe from Brooks. I started wearing Brooks when my podiatrist recommended them after I had surgery on my toes. I started off with the Ariel (a.k.a. Beast for the men), which has the strongest motion control. As I healed, I shifted into the Adrenaline. When I started hiking off-road, my friendly Brooks retailer recommended against the Cascadia, but the polka dots proved too seductive and I bought a pair.

To know if you'll like the Cascadia, you need to understand what it is. The Cascadia is a rugged shoe designed for "aggressive trails." It features a "ballistic rock shield," which does seem to work pretty well, but I'm no expert. The most important thing to understand about this shoe is that it is NOT for severe pronators who need the Brooks motion control. If you buy Brooks for the motion control, you will not like these shoes!

My friendly local shoe merchant explained the different shoe styles to me in terms of cars - the Beast is a pickup truck, the Adrenaline is a sedan, and the Cascadia is a sports coupe, with a "more exciting ride" but less stability. As much as I laughed at his word choice, this is a really accurate analogy based on my experience with all three shoes. If I put on the Ariels now, I feel like I have a board strapped to my foot.

I own both the red and grey Cascadias and recommend them very highly. If you like to have strangers comment on your shoes, get the red and you won't be disappointed. They are VERY sharp looking, striking shoes! I climbed the Great Wall of China in them, and my feet were very comfortable. I also received a variety of non-English compliments on them.

The only thing I can't rate about these shoes is the insoles that come with them, as I use my custom orthotics. They are so colorful, though (teal for the grey/blue, and red for the black/red shoes), that I kept them anyway.

Brooks Cascadia Running Shoe
I love the style of this shoe. It is more comfortable than I expected; and is well-made beside. The description from the seller promised a fast drying shoe, and I can certainly attest to that, as well. Would like more of this same shoe, in other colors.

Brooks all the way
I have never had a better fitting/feeling shoe in my life. I've tried many other name brand shoes that cost WAY TOO MUCH $$. Brooks are now the only running shoe I will buy. Great stability, wonderful fit, great arch support and fabulous colors. What more could a gal want?!