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Brooks Caldera 8 vs Scarpa Golden Gate 2

Brooks Caldera 8

Brooks Caldera 8

$150
Scarpa Golden Gate 2

Scarpa Golden Gate 2

$179

Why is Scarpa Golden Gate 2 better than Brooks Caldera 8?

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Brooks Caldera 8 vs Scarpa Golden Gate 2

Feature

Brooks Caldera 8

Scarpa Golden Gate 2

150 $
179 $
BEST
312 g
BEST
255 g
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
rugged trails, mountainous terrain, dirt paths
Road-to-trail, gravel and groomed trails
8 mm
BEST
4 mm
N/A
28 mm
N/A
24 mm
DNA Loft v2 cushioning for plush but responsive ride
Dual-density Bounce Foam with i-Respond system
TrailTack Green Rubber with high-traction lugs
PRESA® TRN-07 with ATR compound
Breathable engineered mesh with reinforced overlays
Mesh with 3D-printed reinforcements, Sock-Fit LW
N/A
Removable sockliner
N/A
Sock-Fit LW with stretch tongue
Ballistic Rock Shield underfoot for rock and debris protection
Printed reinforcements
Aggressive lugs for technical grip on varied surfaces
4 mm lugs
Plush, responsive cushioning for long runs
Elastic and smooth rockered ride
Technical trail running, long distance trail runs, mountain races
Daily training on mixed surfaces
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