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Trail Running Shoes
- Best trail-running shoe Saucony ProGrid Peregrine *Est. $90
- Minimalist or barefoot-style trail-running shoe Merrell Trail Glove *Est. $110
- Trail-running shoe for rugged terrain Montrail Rockridge *Est. $75
- Motion-control trail-running shoe The North Face Double-Track *Est. $110
- Road-to-trail crossover shoe Salomon XR Crossmax Neutral *Est. $130
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- Good traction
- Medial and lateral posts for stability
- Transitions well to short runs on the road
- Biodegradable BioMoGo midsole
- Laces can come untied easily
Buy from Zappos.comUpdate June 2010: The Brooks Cascadia 4 has been discontinued and replaced by the Brooks Cascadia 5 (*Est. $85).
Reviewers praise the Brooks Cascadia 4 as an excellent trail-running shoe that provides dependable stability on a variety of terrain for efficient runners and mild overpronators. Testers find that this trail-running shoe performs well on mud and packed dirt, and has enough cushioning in the heel and forefoot for short runs on the road. The BioMoGo midsole, which biodegrades up to 50 times faster than traditional EVA midsoles, is praised for its comfort and durability. Most reviewers have nothing but positive things to say about the Brooks Cascadia 4, but one tester did find that the laces come untied rather easily. For serious overpronators, whose feet roll inward more than they should, reviewers like the Adidas Supernova Riot (Discontinued).
We found the best reviews of the Brooks Cascadia 4 at Runner's World and Running Times, where numerous wear-testers are enlisted to evaluate these Brooks trail-running shoes. Other fitness publications, like Fitness and National Geographic Adventure, also offer helpful reviews, although they are considerably less detailed. Canada-based Explore magazine has an extensive and detailed review penned by gear guide Ryan Stuart.
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The Brooks Cascadia 4 scores the coveted Editor's Choice award from Runner's World, with editors praising the traction, cushioning and eco-friendly midsole. Wearers agree, saying this trail-running shoe offers great stability over a variety of terrain.
Review: Brooks Cascadia 4, Warren Greene and Martyn Shorten, April 2009
Wear-testers at Running Times praise the stability and cushioning of the Brooks Cascadia 4, echoing other reviewers who find this versatile shoe performs well on pavement, dirt and mud.
Review: Trail Shoe: Brooks Cascadia 4, Adam W. Chase, April 2009
3. Fitness MagazineDetails/Subscribe
Fitness magazine picks the Brooks Cascadia 4 as the best trail-running shoe of the year, praising the stability and a grippy outsole that easily handles slippery surfaces. Its wear-tester likes the cushioning.
Review: Shoetopia: The Best Sneakers for Every Workout, Rachel Sturtz
4. Explore magazineDetails/Subscribe
Ryan Stuart, the gear guide for Canada-based Explore magazine, calls the Brooks Cascadia 4 the "best sequel we've ever seen." The editors like the cushioning, which even holds up well on pavement, and also praise the breathability and traction on slippery and steep trails. The only downside? The laces come untied too easily.
Review: A Series that Doesn't Suck: Brooks Cascadia 4 Review, Ryan Stuart, March 31, 2009
5. National Geographic AdventureDetails/Subscribe
National Geographic Adventure highlights five trail-running shoes, praising the Brooks Cascadia 4 for its eco-friendly midsole and low profile tread that hugs the ground.
Review: Personal Trainers: Trail Shoes, Steve Casimiro and Catharine Livingston, March 2009
The men's version of the Brooks Cascadia 4 has only attracted a few reviews on Road Runner Sports, but new reviews are added frequently. So far, reviewers like this trail running shoe, citing the "awesome traction" and "great ride." One user notes that it feels heavier than the Brooks Cascadia 3.
Review: Men's Brooks Cascadia 4, Contributors to RoadRunnerSports.com
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