Brooks - Cascadia 10
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Try them on first. The soles are so padded and thick they are a little unstable on steep rocky trails. They are so cushy they can make me trip walking on a sidewalk if I’m not accustomed to them. I bought a pair and they stayed in a closet after one use. Later, I had a severe painful sprain which took 6-months to heal and they were a godsend because the softness helped me be active while healing. They are weird shoes and very very soft.
r/hiking • Can trail runners really be used for hiking ->Most trail runners dry super fast. When temps are above 25°F or so, wool socks will keep your feet warm in trail runners even when a little damp. Shoes that dry fast are better than shoes that advertise being waterproof but never dry if they do get wet, and retain tons of sweat in all 4 seasons.
r/hiking • Can trail runners really be used for hiking ->I hike around 1500 miles per year on steep rocky trails (I live next to a mountain). I only wear trail runners because many are durable, affordable, light, and breathe well. If they get wet, they dry fast too. “Hiking” shoes are always hot and heavy in comparison. Wearing boots will make your ankles weak, just wear light shoes that fit well, breathe well, and have good grip. My favorites are Brooks Cascadia and Merrell Nova. Trail runners have a lot of variety. Many are ultra light and fall apart. Many are so cushioned that you can’t feel the ground under your feet and the soles are so pillowy you’ll trip. Some are waterproof/gore so they are super hot and sweaty and never dry if they do get wet. Try them on at a store and get a feel for what is “just right.”
r/hiking • Can trail runners really be used for hiking ->Im using them for quite few years already, from 14th edition on, bassically my goto shoes which i always buy new pair alongside other pair from some other brand, bassically cascadia is my goto shoe while idk dynafit, asics, addidas, etc. Re my secondary shoe. As of grip, no complains. It works good/great but does not works like flawless, like i would not go into some heavy mud with them. Soo overwall im felling comfortable taking them into wet conditions. Dry land, works flawless and also outsole is quite durable if youn dont take them into mountains onto sharper rocks or really rocky area all the time. My 17 outsole last around 400km of mixed terrain and i ve could still take them onto some dry surfaces. Soo overwall brooks cascadia re having really good outsole grip imo.
r/trailrunning • Brooks Cascadia grip? ->I’m it from the area that your talking about but years ago I did Mount Bachelor versus the Sisters because there was a forest fire which they shut the entire area down. One huge thing I noticed was it’s all volcanic rock which is super hard on shoes and the soles of shoes, and that grey/black dust that gets into everything. When I did that area I took trail runners that were mainly made with all a soft nylon cloth and no rock protection along but once I saw those kinds of rocks and debris I went and wore all leather hiking boots and short gators after I went for a shorter hiking with the trail runners. For me this was a better option because my all leather hiking boots took the abrasive material better and the short gators kept that dusty debris out. It’s a suggestion, there’s better options now probably than there were when I did this but if I was going to go there again I believe I would look for trail runners that can take that abrasive material better without causing severe breakdown of the overall shoe material that uses some sort of rock protection around the entire shoe or especially around the front so it holds up better from that volcanic material. The newer trail runners also have added features to hook on a pair of gators to keep debris out as well. I know certain Altras do and the Brooks Cascadia do and I know the last couple Cascadia versions did have a sort of toe rock protection to them and those gator things. I would do like someone else suggested, which is go to like REI and try on some pairs and tell the sales associates what your planning on doing. For me I would be partial to the Brooks Cascadia because they are my go to and for me they normally hold up pretty well to abrasives. Hope this is helpful and keep going.
r/trailrunning • Best mountain Trail running shoes ->Came here to say this about the cascadia. I tried a pair of New Balance unknown summit which I like too. All the other ones on your list I’ve tried to some extent. Some work for me as well and some not so much but I always feel like I’ve got to find that “one”. Check out Scarpa https://us.scarpa.com trail running shoes, I’ve never tried them but they’re on my list to do so. Little pricey and if the sizing is like hiking boots it might be a little weird but I love their hiking boots it hope this is helpful and keep going.
r/trailrunning • Up to 9 models of trail shoes and still looking... ->Brooks Cascadia and CEP socks. Brooks shorts, the ones with the rear pockets and rear center zipper pocket. Garmin watch, some light weight shirt, hat and camelbak vest or camelbak belt. Camelbak flasks or Hydrapak flasks.
r/trailrunning • What trail running shoes & gear are you all rocking this season? ->Brooks Cascadia
r/trailrunning • What’s the best trail running shoe you’ve ever owned and why? ->I wear my brooks cascadia for all trail running , works fine , no need for 10 pairs , I think it’s getting to deep in the weeds to have that many pairs
r/trailrunning • Up to 9 models of trail shoes and still looking... ->You might have luck with Brooks Catamount or Cascadias! They both are fairly narrow and have a protective rock plate. I also love Topo Mtn Racers- they have a wider toe box but are narrower everywhere else, and they have vibram soles with great traction. As a general heads up, I have narrow feet too and swear by heel lock lacing- it’s been a game changer and prevents a lot of heel slipping!
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Oldhead here. Still a devotee of the Brooks Cascadia for this kind of stuff in the Cascades. If my foot fit the La Sportiva last I’d probably have a different answer.
r/trailrunning • Favorite trail runner that can handle off-trail travel, scrambling? ->I’m 219 lbs at 6’-3” but I don’t like super padded shoes for road or trail. Personally I find a shoe in the middle. I like the Brooks Cascades a lot and picked them up for $60 on sale. I also run in Altra lone peak 6s and Speedgoat 6s. I haven’t noticed any issues from any of them and I rotate the shoes on different runs. I do keep insoles in them all and it also helps with extra padding.
r/trailrunning • 220 lb. + club? The Trabuco Max 4 may be for you. ->Brooks Cascadia is a good underrated shoe. I got the older model for $60. I have others like Hoka but couldn’t pass on the price point
r/trailrunning • I’ve been running in the mountain for over a month and my shoes are getting destroyed what should I get ? ->Brooks Cascadia. Good alrounder for me, suitable for longer distances. Did Ultratrail Snowdonia 100m with them, and I don't have any complaints.
r/Ultramarathon • What shoes is everyone running in? ->1. Keep practicing fueling. You have to train your stomach for it. I used to have a really hard time with it, but I’ve gotten better with practice. If you found two things that work for you, then use those two things. I use 2 brands of gels (Huma and Maurten) because they work best for me. If you haven’t tried Huma gels, you may want to try them. They work well for a lot of people I know who have stomach issues (including myself). But if you need to stick to fruit leathers, so be it. 2. I have an Ultimate Direction women’s vest with a bladder that I like. But it costs more than $100. 3. I like Brooks Cascadia trail shoes. I think Brooks has a good return policy if you try a shoe and don’t like it.
r/XXRunning • View on Reddit →People hike in sandals ofc, hell some hike barefoot, but for me once a rock, stick, or dirt get stuck in my sandal I can't stand that feeling. If I'm hiking in sandals it's because I'm in a water crossing. I don't like hiking in boots just because of the weight. If I were somewhere with snow I would probably consider boots. For the longest time I wore a trusty pair of Merrell Moab, but I just got a pair of Brooks Cascadia and they quickly became my go-to hiking shoe.
r/hiking • View on Reddit →I find the higher the stack leads to more rolling ankles. Shoes that have not worked for me: Brooks Cascadia, New Balance Hierro Shoes that have worked for me: La Sportiva Bushido, Topo Terraventure. Also would like to find a more cushioned shoe but they have been directly correlated to rolled ankles for me and I'm sick of spending money on shoes for now. I'll see how far I can go in the Bushidos, I did a 50 miler in them and it was good, although I was definitely hurting at the end!! The more you do the more you adapt though!
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Try Brooks Cascadia. I have over 400 miles and showing little wear. I just picked up Kjerags and I'm hoping to get at least 500 out of those. I rotate a handful of shoes so I'm set for a while. Or until the next unbelievable deal...
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →The last cascadia I owned was version 10. I got away from those shoes because they were too heavy and the heel drop was excessive for me. I still have them and use them for work around the house. They are really bombproof though. You can also look at the caldera, they used to be softer and lighter than the cascadia. Have you looked at Altra shoes? These are my go to for trail running shoes and even road running shoes.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →I have done the same thing and have tried out very many shoes. One of my favorites have been Inov8 TrailFly 300, but in wet conditions it lack grip on hard surfaces. I also like Saucony Endorphin Rift for its midsole but I get blisters on the side of my heels. At the moment the Tecton x3 is my favorite for long runs but the upper lacks support so it is not that good on technical terrain. Brooks Cascadia is such a joy to run but I would not take it past 30k. On Monday the mailman will deliver a couple of new candidates namely The North Face Enduris 4 and the Vectiv Pro 3. Maybe one of them is the holy grail or maybe such a shoe doesn’t exist.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →La Sportiva Akasha II is fairly wide and great for technical terrain. Brooks Cascadia is wide and has a great outsole. Hoka Tecton x3 is wide has a great outsole but the upper does not give a super hold down. Still a great shoe.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →I wear the Cascadia, and I would never get the goretex version for running in the rain. When water gets into a goretex shoe, it stays there, as waterproofing works just as well at keeping water in as out. I just wear wool socks and gaiters with the regular version.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →You might have luck with Brooks Catamount or Cascadias! They both are fairly narrow and have a protective rock plate. I also love Topo Mtn Racers- they have a wider toe box but are narrower everywhere else, and they have vibram soles with great traction. As a general heads up, I have narrow feet too and swear by heel lock lacing- it’s been a game changer and prevents a lot of heel slipping!
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Brooks Cascadia. Good alrounder for me, suitable for longer distances. Did Ultratrail Snowdonia 100m with them, and I don't have any complaints.
r/Ultramarathon • View on Reddit →I’m 219 lbs at 6’-3” but I don’t like super padded shoes for road or trail. Personally I find a shoe in the middle. I like the Brooks Cascades a lot and picked them up for $60 on sale. I also run in Altra lone peak 6s and Speedgoat 6s. I haven’t noticed any issues from any of them and I rotate the shoes on different runs. I do keep insoles in them all and it also helps with extra padding.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Cascadias are GREAT shoes if you don't plan on running further than 5 miles. Stable and playful platform but the midsole is deader than my wife in the sack.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →We can recommend shoes all day long but you need to try them on before you buy. The fit on your specific food and gait will make as much of a difference as going from boots to runners. Ex, I love my Hoka Challengers but hated the Hoka Speedgoat and Brooks Cascadia (just didn't feel right) despite them being overwhelmingly loved. Altra was my 2nd choice.
r/Ultralight • View on Reddit →There are no stability trail shoes. I do great in Brooks Cascadias and Brooks Divides.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Great experience with the 12s. Have used them across arid and wet climates this fall with great traction on the surfaces I’ve come across. (Seattle, Portland, Denver, PHX, LA). Will likely blindly go into the 13s once I need them I’ve liked them so much. For reference, previously in Brooks Cascade(they ruined a great shoe), and Saucony Peregrine (hard on my feet after rocky terrain over ~8mi
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →If you can get hold of it, I'd recommend using wads of raw wool down the back of your sock. Tear off a smallish chunk, hold it against your heel as you put your sock on. You'd think it would move around, but generally it doesn't. Usually by the end of the day, it's formed it's own felted pad that you can re-use every day. Doesn't have to be special "Hiker Wool" in my experience, as long as it's clean and doesn't have any debris in it. The lanolin in the wool helps a little as well, I think. I used this inside my darn tough lighter hiker socks + Brookes Cascadia while doing the JMT, and it worked really well for me. Edit : You can also use the wool for toe blisters by wrapping the wad around the affected toe.
r/PacificCrestTrail • View on Reddit →I've found this true too. To me, there's nothing exciting or special about the Cascadias. And previous versions were even pretty clunky. They're average at everything but they just work for my similar foot shape. I'm still looking for my Cinderella shoe, but the Cascadia is pretty decent.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Echo it's personal preference. Like you, boots are my go-to, but I've explored getting out of my comfort zone with non-WP trail runners. Here's my personal take. If there aren't a crazy amount of wet crossings, I prefer boots and to just swap into camp sandals for the crossings. If there are ton's of wet crossings, or I'll be wet-wading while fishing, I wear trail runners. I have tried Astral Timps and Brooks Cascadia, and much prefer the tread on the Cascadia's. If I know it's going to rain or be very likely to rain for many days in row, I now wear my runners. If I don't know what to expect with the weather, I'm wearing my boots because I still prefer them and am ok with damp feet, but there is absolutely merit to non-WP trail runners. I suggest experiment with your new choice on day hikes, both sunny and sloppy wet, then short backpacking trips and slowly expand your level of trust and comfort and decide from there. Not all trips have to be the same. For reference, most of my trips are 2-5 nights. Traveling internationally I usually do 5-14 night trips at a time and will use my WP boots because I find them more comfortable, more durable, more supportive and I don't always know ahead of time what I'll be getting into. But everyone is different.
r/backpacking • View on Reddit →My friend has a discount on brooks so I wear the Cascadia. Nice shoe.
r/hiking • View on Reddit →Brooks Cascadia and CEP socks. Brooks shorts, the ones with the rear pockets and rear center zipper pocket. Garmin watch, some light weight shirt, hat and camelbak vest or camelbak belt. Camelbak flasks or Hydrapak flasks.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →I also have weak ankles, and also have used Hokas when hiking. I've had great success with Brooks Cascadia shoes as well, that's what I'm currently rocking on trails when it's wet because they breathe and let water out a bit better. I wear Altas too for their wide toe box.
r/hiking • View on Reddit →This is the best advice. I avoided asking for help for the entirety of my adult life and kept realizing I’d wear a pair of shoes 8-10 times and then buy something else because “I didn’t love them.” Finally went to a running shop (even though I’m not a runner) and discovered I’d always been buying the wrong shoes. I’ve always known I had wide feet, but learned that I’m a forefoot-striking underpronator w/ high arches, and I needed a neutral shoe in wide with an aftermarket insole. I bought a brand of shoes I never would’ve considered (Brooks) and a month later they’re the most comfortable thing I’ve ever owned. I’m going to consider the Brooks Cascadia for that reason because I’ve been through almost every one of the common recs here (Hoka, Altra, Salomon, LS) and none have worked for me.
r/Ultralight • View on Reddit →Check out Brooks Divides. They are a hybrid shoe for trail and road. I find them to be very stable. I also love Brooks Cascadias but they have a rock plate which can be really firm.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Brooks Cascadia if you don’t run very far Hoka Tecton x3 if the terrain is not too technical (the upper is kind of loose - good for comfort bad for support). Saucony Endorphin Rift is kind of the same as the Tecton x3 though I prefer the Tecton x3. And then I hope the coming North Face Vectiv Pro 3 will be the holy grail…
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Brooks Cascadias. Trail runners with a wide toebox.
r/discgolf • View on Reddit →All excellent points. This list is helpful to me right now, though, bc the Brooks Cascadia either got a little wider or my feet have narrowed, so I'm suddenly in the market for a new trail shoe and this gives me a decent place to start.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →Brooks cascadia for me. Also, I needed an affordable vest and found a lot of slightly used options on eBay, without the bladder. Assume you could use the bladder from your current vest, could be a great option.
r/XXRunning • View on Reddit →I’d second the Topo recommendation. I ran in Cascadias and had what sounds like exactly the same issues you mentioned. After looking at Run Repeat’s lab analysis of the Topo Mtn Racer 3 and finding that they are actually about a 7mm drop I decided to try them. Great so far!
r/ultrarunning • View on Reddit →Cool! Thanks! It looks to be a mostly runnable race with only a few technical sections. I'm a little worried about the Schafbachalm - St. Gilgen -Schaffberg -St Gilgen segment. How technical are those downhills, actually? Are they hardpack road, grass, or roots and dirt? Or a mix of all three? I'm trying to make shoe choices and wondering how muddy the downhills might get if it rains as much as last year! Currently running in Brooks Cascadias and doing boatloads of technical up and downhill training, but it's dry as a bone where I live. How well stocked were the aid stations? I'm planning on bringing mostly all of my own tailwind/nutrition, but it's nice to have options. Some races run out by the time the mid-back of the pack runners get through. Most importantly, what kind of beer would you recommend for the finish line?
r/ultrarunning • View on Reddit →I like Brooks Cascadias and Salewa Pedroc (or Predroc Airs which I haven't tried, but have my eye on). Salewa has great customer service too.
r/Ultralight • View on Reddit →Shoes like the Saucony Peregrine, Salomon Speedcross, or Brooks Cascadia provide a good balance between road and trail performance. They are comfortable and super durable. All are within your budget, and with a bit of searching, you can likely find them at discounted prices. I’d recommend trying them on before purchasing, as trail shoes often have a specific fit that can vary between brands.
r/AskRunningShoeGeeks • View on Reddit →Brooks Cascadia is a good underrated shoe. I got the older model for $60. I have others like Hoka but couldn’t pass on the price point
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →The Cascadias work just fine for me. I run streets in Glycerines
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →I’ve had Hoka Kaha 2 and Trail Code. I think they’re just ok. I don’t have the best ankles either. I found them a little too sloppy inside. It is hard to really secure my feet in them. A good amount of sliding around no matter how tight I tie them. I’m into Brooks Cascadias now. The heal cup really holds my foot in there.
r/hiking • View on Reddit →I had the exact same issue with the Cascadias as well. I’ve just done a 100km event last weekend in a pair of Tarkine trail devils. Bloody loved them. Made in Australia (not sure where you’re based) Nice wise toe box and no issues with blisters like I was getting with the Cascadias
r/ultrarunning • View on Reddit →Im using them for quite few years already, from 14th edition on, bassically my goto shoes which i always buy new pair alongside other pair from some other brand, bassically cascadia is my goto shoe while idk dynafit, asics, addidas, etc. Re my secondary shoe. As of grip, no complains. It works good/great but does not works like flawless, like i would not go into some heavy mud with them. Soo overwall im felling comfortable taking them into wet conditions. Dry land, works flawless and also outsole is quite durable if youn dont take them into mountains onto sharper rocks or really rocky area all the time. My 17 outsole last around 400km of mixed terrain and i ve could still take them onto some dry surfaces. Soo overwall brooks cascadia re having really good outsole grip imo.
r/trailrunning • View on Reddit →