Brooks

Cascadia 19 GTX Trail Running Shoe - Women's

Fantastic!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Incredible! Yet another quality product from Brooks! Comfortable immediately out of the box, looking forward to good traction and dry feet during winter hikes. Roomy toe box with ability to adjust exactly to needs, no weird spots rubbing, suuuper grippy lugs on soles, PERFECT! Not as supportive as the Adrenaline, totally expected though, it’s meant for a different purpose and will be perfect!! (For reference, I own different styles of Brooks for different reasons: Glycerin 22 for light wear / walking, Adrenaline 24 (6 pair) for 5/10k races AND my primary work shoe (I’m in healthcare and even though no longer patient facing with a remote role, this is STILL my work shoe), and Ghost 16 (used to be my primary shoe, now just my holiday shoe).

springy but less support

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought these post knee replacement surgery. I had been wearing Brooks Adrenaline GTS with guardrails and after taking the Brooks shoe test, was advised to buy these with no guardrails. The shoe experience is very different from the Adrenaline. It is very springy but less supportive. Still trying to decide if they will be enough support.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Cascadia is my favorite shoe. Great traction. Use it for hiking, golf and everyday wear. Comfortable.

Dry Feet

These sneakers were so comfortable right out of the box and they are perfect for dog walks in wet conditions. Love having dry feet when I get home!

water resistant

Prefect for the dewy mornings water resistant. Great for dog walking

Stick with the best!

My husband and I are preparing to hike in Italy next month. I made the decision to return to the shoe that has never failed - Brooks. I’ve purchased other well known brands to train for these hikes and some have worn out in the training. Brooks stand behind their products. Why? It’s a great shoe.

Great Trail Shoes!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Upon opening the box, I was excited to get out on the trails and run in these shoes. Not only are they stylish and can easily transition from the trail to the town, and they looked comfortable and supportive enough to conquer any trail run. It is evident that Brooks put a lot of research and development into creating this shoe and I was excited to take them out for a spin. When I finally took them out for their first run, I was impressed with the high level of cushioning and stability; I felt stable, supported, and comfortable on even the most uneven terrain. The traction on the sole of the shoe provides excellent grip in muddy and wet conditions. I truly enjoy running in these shoes and look forward to the many miles we will traverse together.

Thoughtfully designed trail runners

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These shoes are so advanced, it feels like so much time and science went into developing them. The fit is great - not too loose but supportive and flexible. The nitrogen injected soles make it feel like you’re running on a springy treadmill vs. the great outdoors, and I really appreciate the design of the bottom portion of the shoe that mimics (in my opinion) a mountain range. I was pleasantly surprised at the level of grip from the treads, which was great for the trails but felt a little funny walking around the house on my way outside.

Best hiking shoes

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Out of the box, my first impression was that these shoes looked comfortable even before I put them on. The soft liner, along with the plushly padded tongue and heel, offers a nice, cushioned feel. There's no need to break them in; I was able to run 5 miles right away without any soreness. The fit is true to size for me, providing a little extra room in the toe box without being too snug. The subtle arch support is definitely a bonus! What first drew me to these shoes was the contrast between the slim upper and the sturdy, cushiony sole. Surprisingly, they are one of the lightest pairs I've ever owned. The tongue is well-designed and padded, while the laces are straightforward and effective, keeping everything securely in place. I also appreciate the subtle colorway they've chosen—it’s stylish yet understated. The fabric is advertised as waterproof(Gore-Tex), which is huge for me since the muddy trails in California can get quite wet, depending on the weather. This feature allows me to walk with ease, without having to avoid wet patches along the trail. My feet stay dry, which makes a world of difference during my runs. What I love the most is the Gore-Tex material used in these trail walker/runner shoes. It allows me to walk or run without worrying about getting wet, and it contributes to the sleek design, especially in the toe box area. The heel is hands down the best part of the shoe and is one of the main reasons I choose to wear these more often than any other pair.

Not what I expected

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] When I got these I expected more formed comfort because I’ve always heard good things about Brooks; my husband, my aunt, mom and sister all have them and have nothing but good things to say including how they are more focused on real foot support and comfort. Unfortunately I wasn’t super impressed, maybe it was just too much hype vs. reality. They are comfortable for the most part but my semi-high arches were not no at all supported which lead to excess pressure on the rest of my foot, so for long distance running or all day wear they don’t hold up for me. By the end of the day or a moderate run the balls of my feet were not pleased. I like them for more short term use, they hug the sides of my feet well and support my heel all the way around and under like a cloud. I think it’s just not an ideal shoe for people with high arches. I haven’t tried them with arch supports yet, that’s my next test, but I’m hopefully with arch assist these could be a really comfortable stable shoe. The quality of materials seems great and my families brooks have held up well for years. I like the flat laces and the fine mesh side that allow my feet to breath a bit without being an uncomfortable rough mesh. The tred and sole work great for all terrain as I’ve run with them across trails, gravel and roads and they never wavered. I also like that these came in a sleek black that looks clean and I can pair with my more colorful running outfits well. Overall it’s a nice shoe just not the insoles I was hoping for and doesn’t hold up comfort on long days because of that. I’d recommend trying these on because they may work better if you have good insoles to put in or just don’t have as much of an arch as I do.