Brooks Cascadia 19 vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Brooks Cascadia 19

€150

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

$150

Quick verdict

Brooks Cascadia 19

€150

The better pick if you want:

More cushioning (34 vs 11 mm heel stack)

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

$150

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (85 vs 73)
A lighter option (35 g less)
A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)
Deeper lugs for grip (8 vs 4 mm)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Brooks Cascadia 19· leads in 1

Cushioning

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
34 mm
11 mm
Lightness
301 g
266 gTop 22%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
8 mmTop 1%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
4 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Brooks Cascadia 19 vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

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Essentials

€150

$150

2025

October 2025

301 g

266 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Technical trails, rocky terrain, uneven surfaces

Muddy & soft technical trails

Technical trail running, mountain running, long trail sessions

Faster paced trail training and short technical races in muddy conditions

Cushioning

6 mm

4 mm

34 mm

11 mm

28 mm

7 mm

DNA LOFT v3 cushioning with adaptive stability system

POWERFLOW PRO lightweight responsive foam

Protective cushioning with stable, controlled ride

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Grip & protection

TrailTack Green rubber outsole with high-traction lugs

STICKYGRIP™ rubber with aggressive 8mm lugs

Ballistic Rock Shield and reinforced toe cap

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Aggressive multi-directional lugs for technical grip

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Upper & fit

Durable engineered mesh with reinforced overlays

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6 mm BOOMERANG footbed

Traditional laces, neutral fit with adaptable stability platform

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On the terrain

How Brooks Cascadia 19 vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a ground							Average
Brooks Cascadia 19							54
INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2							71

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Brooks Cascadia 1967

Cushioning29/40
Lightness13/35
Smooth roll25/25

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V243

Cushioning20/40
Lightness23/35
Smooth roll0/25

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Brooks Cascadia 19

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Visual Comparison

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Which offers better value: Brooks Cascadia 19 vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2?

For value comparison: The Brooks Cascadia 19 ($150) provides premium features compared to the INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Brooks Cascadia 19 or the INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2?

Both came out in 2025.

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Hoka Challenger 8

Hoka

$150Score 93+20

Better than Brooks Cascadia 19 at:

A higher overall score (93 vs 73)
A lighter option (26 g less)
More cushioning (44 vs 34 mm heel stack)

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Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Salomon

$150Score 90+17

Better than Brooks Cascadia 19 at:

A higher overall score (90 vs 73)
A lighter option (26 g less)
More cushioning (39 vs 34 mm heel stack)

Compare with Brooks Cascadia 19

Kiprun Kipsummit Max

Kiprun

$150Score 86+13

Better than Brooks Cascadia 19 at:

A higher overall score (86 vs 73)
A lighter option (15 g less)
More cushioning (39 vs 34 mm heel stack)

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Popular Comparisons

Compare Brooks Cascadia 19 or INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 with other top trail running shoes from brands such as Brooks, INOV-8 and more.

Shoes

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Brooks Cascadia 19· leads in 1

Cushioning

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
34 mm
11 mm
Lightness
301 g
266 gTop 22%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
8 mmTop 1%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
4 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

Pick a ground

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Brooks Cascadia 19

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Brooks Cascadia 19 vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Brooks Cascadia 19

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Quick verdict

Spec profile