Brooks Men's Cascadia 14 Running Shoes

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Delivery timescales are esimates in working days; Public Holidays, Saturday's and Sunday's are NOT classed as working days. Last but not least, if the Brooks Cascadia 16 received such high scores from the testers, it’s also because of the excellent ground feelit offers. Typically, you have to choose between cushion and proprioception. Well, not here! Conclusion L to R) Outsole Comparison: Cascadia 13 after approximately 400 miles (644 km) and Cascadia 14 after approximately 300 miles (483 km).

The heel-to-toe drop is still 8 mm, which is relatively standard, and a good middle ground for most people.

The Brooks Cascadia is a familiar shoe to those in the know. They are one of the very first shoes to be developed for technical trails. The first runners of the UTMB already wore them and they have been improved regularly ever since. This 16th version differs from the previous model in three major ways: At 10.9 ounces (310g) in a US men’s 9, this is just too heavy in my opinion, especially in a shoe that’s not springy or bouncy which combats the heft (like the Endorphin Trail). Durable but not extremely breathable While the midsole cushioning is softer, testers still note a hint of firmness. Clearly, on a scale of one to ten, with one being very firm and ten very soft, we are on six. The arch support is sufficient to be comfortable during long runs, regardless of your arch type.

The grip is also top-notch. Even if some reviewers note that the profile of the lugs (medium depth) may not be suitable in some rare cases (really technical terrain, such as mud), not much to complain about here. During gait analysis you will be asked to walk and run on our in-store treadmill whilst your movements are recorded using the latest Daftfish software. A slow-motion, detailed analysis will show and explain your biomechanics, specifically looking at pronation, the inward-turning movement that occurs when your foot touches the ground. During walking and running this acts as cushioning for the body. If you’ve got medium-volume feet (or slightly wider if you go with the 2E**) and are looking for a neutral trail shoe that is comfortable, versatile, and durable, then there is a fairly good chance that you may find the Cascadia 14’s to be suitable. However – and this is a big caveat – the only way you will know for certain is to give them a try in person. The weight is not as light as we would expect—298 g (M)/269 g (W)—but runners couldn’t feel it. We still have to appreciate Brooks’ efforts to increase the cushioning and sole height while shaving a bit of the weight simultaneously (7 g less, yay!). Unfortunately, these do need to be broken in. They are stiff, and really need some time out on the trail to come alive, if ever… Brooks, time to cut weightAfter years of BioMoGO DNA, Brooks is shaking up its collection with new foams that rely on DNA LOFT technology. So, introducing DNA LOFT v2! We spare you the technical details (such as the so-called percentage improvement announced by the brand for the cushion) to focus on how the midsole felt for the testers. According to the reviewers who tested the shoe, this new Brooks Cascadia offers the perfect combination of comfort, protection, and bounce. The upper uses tightly woven engineered mesh to keep water out. However, it’s also breathable enough. The Brooks Cascadia 16 is available in GTXfor more optimal protection from the water, and there’s a velcro attachment point if you plan to use gaiters. The internal saddle system gives the upper a secure fit; I’ve had no issues with my foot sliding around when negotiating rugged terrain ( Note: It helps that Size 12 fits me like a glove).

Brooks has updated their venerable Cascadia model to version 14 with a brand new upper and outsole. The burly pivot-system midsole remains, making for a nice trail running option or a dedicated light hiker. The increased flexibility coupled with a softer, more generous cushion provides a smooth run on natural terrains. The tongue on the Cascadia 14 is a massive improvement over previous models and has taken a lot of inspiration from Salomon. The new tongue wraps the midfoot like Salomon’s endoFit and makes for a much improved feel on my foot. There is also a lace garage to store the tied laces. The only negative here is that the tongue is not fully gusseted and has holes on both sides at the base of the toebox. This isn’t a major issue though, as I haven’t found that much dirt is getting in. Everyone’s gait is slightly different, but there are four main types of running styles and pronation:Before you buy the Brooks CASCADIA 16, you should note that they are designed for men who have a universal stride, i.e. who put the outside of their foot on the ground first. They are less suitable for those who rely heavily on the outside or the inside of the arch. Covering a wide range of sizes, these shoes come in sizes 40 to 49 ½ as well as in 2 widths. The new Brooks Cascadia 16 is more cushioned and softer at the same time. Also, its outsole offers more flexibility. The result is a smoother and more responsive run. Ah, and the legacy Pivot Post system is finally gone, without any negative impact on stability.

The Upper uses Brooks’ Element mesh which is breathable, stretchy, comfortable, and I’ve experienced no pressure points or associated tearing in the material. It’s very important to know your running gait so that we can advise and fit the correct shoes according to your own individual requirements. Can’t get into store? Try a wet foot testThe Brooks Cascadia 16 is a comfortable and versatile running shoe to run on trails. This new version is lighter (finally under 300 g/10.6 oz) while offering more cushioning (29 mm under the heel).