
Brooks Cascadia 20
$160
Merrell Nova 4
$135
Why is Brooks Cascadia 20 better than Merrell Nova 4?
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Brooks Cascadia 20 vs Merrell Nova 4
Feature | Brooks Cascadia 20 | Merrell Nova 4 |
|---|---|---|
160 $ BEST | 135 $ | |
298 g | N/A | |
Trail Running Shoe | Trail Running Shoe | |
all trails, from smooth to technical | Trails and varied outdoor surfaces | |
6 mm | 8 mm BEST | |
39 mm BEST | 29 mm | |
33 mm BEST | 21 mm | |
Nitrogen-infused DNA Flash v2 midsole | FloatPro™ foam for lightweight, durable cushioning | |
Vibram® Megagrip with 4 mm multidirectional lugs | Merrell Quantum Grip™ rubber for confident traction | |
Engineered mesh with protective overlays | Breathable engineered mesh and TPU | |
Removable sockliner | 50% recycled removable EVA foam with recycled mesh footbed cover | |
Traditional lacing, stable platform | Traditional lace closure with elastic lace keeper | |
Protective platform and toe cap | N/A | |
4 mm Vibram® Megagrip lugs | N/A | |
Stable and protective with more energy return | N/A | |
Daily trail training and long runs | Trail running, outdoor adventures, varied terrain | |
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