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Salomon SPEEDCROSS 6
Salomon
$150Score 25
Better than Brooks Caldera 8 at:
- A lighter option (14 g less)
- Deeper lugs for grip (5 vs 4 mm)
Brooks Caldera 8
$150
Joma Sierra 6
$78
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Quick verdict
Brooks Caldera 8
$150
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (25 vs 7)
- More cushioning (38.5 vs 26 mm heel stack)
Joma Sierra 6
$78
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $72 less
- A lighter option (22 g less)
Spec profile
Each axis ranks against the 150 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).
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Brooks Caldera 8· leads in 1
Cushioning
Joma Sierra 6· leads in 2
LightnessAffordability
Cushioning
39 mmTop 15%26 mmLightness
312 g290 gGrip
4 mmTop 49%No dataDrophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm6 mmAffordability
$150Top 35%$78Top 3%
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Technical Specifications
Compare features between Brooks Caldera 8 vs Joma Sierra 6
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Essentials
150 $
78 $
312 g
290 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
rugged trails, mountainous terrain, dirt paths
Compact trails and medium-technical terrain
Technical trail running, long distance trail runs, mountain races
Training runs of up to 2-3 hours and medium distances at 4-5:30 min/km
Cushioning
6 mm
6 mm
38.5 mm
26 mm
32.5 mm
20 mm
DNA Loft v2 cushioning for plush but responsive ride
FULL DUAL PULSOR: Taiji phylon on top for shock absorption over high-density phylon
Plush, responsive cushioning for long runs
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Grip & protection
TrailTack Green Rubber with high-traction lugs
DURABILITY rubber with medium-profile studs and BALANCE anti-twist plate
Ballistic Rock Shield underfoot for rock and debris protection
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Aggressive lugs for technical grip on varied surfaces
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Upper & fit
Breathable engineered mesh with reinforced overlays
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For value comparison: The Brooks Caldera 8 ($150) provides premium features compared to the Joma Sierra 6 ($78). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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Salomon Genesis
Salomon
$150Score 25
Better than Brooks Caldera 8 at:
- A lighter option (37 g less)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 4 mm)
