
Brooks Ghost Trail
$150
Merrell Nova 4
$135
Why is Brooks Ghost Trail better than Merrell Nova 4?
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Brooks Ghost Trail vs Merrell Nova 4
Feature | Brooks Ghost Trail | Merrell Nova 4 |
|---|---|---|
150 $ BEST | 135 $ | |
286 g | N/A | |
Trail Running Shoe | Trail Running Shoe | |
road, gravel paths, light trail | Trails and varied outdoor surfaces | |
12 mm BEST | 8 mm | |
N/A | 29 mm | |
N/A | 21 mm | |
DNA Loft v2 cushioning for soft, smooth transitions | FloatPro™ foam for lightweight, durable cushioning | |
TrailTack rubber outsole with enhanced wet and dry traction | Merrell Quantum Grip™ rubber for confident traction | |
Breathable engineered mesh with protective overlays | Breathable engineered mesh and TPU | |
N/A | 50% recycled removable EVA foam with recycled mesh footbed cover | |
N/A | Traditional lace closure with elastic lace keeper | |
Mud guard and reinforced toe protection | N/A | |
Low-profile lugs optimized for road-to-trail versatility | N/A | |
Balanced cushioning for daily training comfort | N/A | |
Road-to-trail running, daily training, light trail use | Trail running, outdoor adventures, varied terrain | |
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