Brooks Cascadia 16 GTX Men's Trail Running Shoes, Black/Ebony/Cinnabar

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The upper around the heel cup is stiff in a way that compliments the rest of the shoe but padded enough that it doesn't hamper your ability to run quickly cross-hill or through uneven terrain.

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Although not designed quite like the alpine runners above, the Hoka Torrent 3 is an uber-comfortable option that offers a similar level of performance without the added weight or stiffness. We could easily argue that the Brooks Cascadia 16 is one of, if not the most protective shoe in our testing lineup. While the upper includes four mesh ports along the side to improve drainage, most of the mesh upper is covered by a TPU film to improve durability. Even though the Cascadia 16 didn't earn any awards, it is one of the highest-scoring shoes in our best Trail Running Shoes lineup and is certainly a fan-favorite among our testers. Please Note: Shipments sent to the European Union are sold exclusive of VAT and may be subject to local import duties and taxes.The lace pattern includes four holes at the top, a thoughtful design point that allows those with lower insteps to lock this shoe in place better. The Cascadia 16 is something of a hardcore trail running shoe, designed for a core group of runners who like to push long distances over rough terrain. This lack of sensitivity will likely bother some runners — particularly those coming from a minimalist or track background — but is beneficial when you start to stack up miles. This ultra-protective shoe is designed for the rigors of long trail runs, with a powerful rock plate and a more responsive midsole. We weren't kidding about tackling technical terrain like scree fields and rock gardens without fear.

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So please don't be fooled by the exaggerated 8mm heel-to-toe drop of this shoe — in no way does it feel like you're running in heels. Please Note: Shipments sent outside of the UK are sold exclusive of VAT and may be subject to local import duties and taxes. Seventeen years later, he’s still pressing forward, bringing you the 16th iteration of the new and improved Cascadia. The symbols on the heel pocket of the Cascadia 16 seem to indicate that this shoe is ready to tackle trails in any type of weather, and we couldn't agree more.We completely agree and ask you to give this shoe some time to break in before tackling a major outing.