Brooks Cascadia 19 vs Salomon Genesis

Brooks Cascadia 19

€150

Salomon Genesis

€150

Quick verdict

Brooks Cascadia 19

€150

The better pick if you want:

A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)

Salomon Genesis

€150

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (85 vs 73)
A lighter option (26 g less)
Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 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

Salomon Genesis· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
34 mm
33 mm
Lightness
301 g
275 gTop 31%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
4.5 mmTop 25%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Brooks Cascadia 19 vs Salomon Genesis

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Essentials

€150

2025

2024

301 g

275 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Technical trails, rocky terrain, uneven surfaces

Technical, mixed terrain and rocky paths

Technical trail running, mountain running, long trail sessions

Technical trail running and everyday mountain training

Cushioning

6 mm

8 mm

34 mm

33 mm

28 mm

25 mm

DNA LOFT v3 cushioning with adaptive stability system

Energy Foam cushioning with Active Chassis™ support

Protective cushioning with stable, controlled ride

Moderate cushioning with dynamic support

Grip & protection

TrailTack Green rubber outsole with high-traction lugs

All Terrain Contagrip® rubber with 4.5 mm lugs

Ballistic Rock Shield and reinforced toe cap

High foot protection for rocks and obstacles

Aggressive multi-directional lugs for technical grip

All Terrain Contagrip® lugs for grip on mixed and rocky ground

Upper & fit

Durable engineered mesh with reinforced overlays

Matryx® durable textile with breathability and abrasion resistance

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Standard trail sockliner

Traditional laces, neutral fit with adaptable stability platform

Quicklace™ lacing, neutral support, regular width

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On the terrain

How Brooks Cascadia 19 vs Salomon Genesis 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
Salomon Genesis							60

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

Salomon Genesis68

Cushioning27/40
Lightness20/35
Smooth roll21/25

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Brooks Cascadia 19 vs Salomon Genesis?

For value comparison: The Brooks Cascadia 19 ($150) provides premium features compared to the Salomon Genesis ($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 Salomon Genesis?

The Brooks Cascadia 19 is newer: it came out in 2025, and the Salomon Genesis in 2024.

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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)

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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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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

Salomon Genesis· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
34 mm
33 mm
Lightness
301 g
275 gTop 31%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
4.5 mmTop 25%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

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Brooks Cascadia 19

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Brooks Cascadia 19 vs Salomon Genesis

Brooks Cascadia 19

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