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Brooks Caldera 8 vs Merrell MTL Speedarc Peak

Brooks Caldera 8

Brooks Caldera 8

$150
Merrell MTL Speedarc Peak

Merrell MTL Speedarc Peak

$290

Why is Merrell MTL Speedarc Peak better than Brooks Caldera 8?

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Brooks Caldera 8 vs Merrell MTL Speedarc Peak

Feature

Brooks Caldera 8

Merrell MTL Speedarc Peak

150 $
290 $
BEST
312 g
BEST
305 g
Trail Running Shoe
Carbon-Plated Trail Racing Shoe
rugged trails, mountainous terrain, dirt paths
technical mountain trails
8 mm
BEST
6 mm
N/A
30 mm
N/A
24 mm
DNA Loft v2 cushioning for plush but responsive ride
FloatPro PEBA-based foam with carbon plate
TrailTack Green Rubber with high-traction lugs
Vibram® Megagrip Elite with 4 mm lugs
Breathable engineered mesh with reinforced overlays
Matryx® upper with Kevlar and high-tenacity polyamide
N/A
Removable sockliner
N/A
Secure race fit
Ballistic Rock Shield underfoot for rock and debris protection
Carbon plate and durable Matryx upper
Aggressive lugs for technical grip on varied surfaces
4 mm Vibram® Megagrip Elite lugs
Plush, responsive cushioning for long runs
Responsive and propulsive
Technical trail running, long distance trail runs, mountain races
Mountain races and skyraces
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