Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide
Valyermo, California
Brooks Cascadia 19 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's
$150.00
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Be ready for rugged terrain on any run. Comfortable and protective, these Brooks trail-running shoes offer a stable and adaptable ride. All-around traction gives you confidence to explore new trails.
Key Details
Trail-Running Shoe Type
Rugged-Trail
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm)
6
Running Shoe Cushioning
Maximum Cushion
Rock Plate
Yes
- Comfortable sandwich air-mesh uppers offer protection with 3D print overlays
- Durable toe caps and mudguards add upper protection
- Updated Trail Adapt System utilizes a flexible and articulated Ballistic Rock Shield that integrates into a DNA LOFT v3 midsole for a stable and adaptable ride
- The articulated Ballistic Rock Shield provides necessary protection without compromising flexibility or inhibiting heel-to-toe transitions
- Nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 midsoles with 2 mm of added cushion in the heel and 4 mm of added cushion in the forefoot for comfort and protection
- TrailTack Green outsoles are made with 25% recycled content and offer all-terrain traction in wet and dry conditions
- Forefoot outsoles allow for grip on uneven surfaces while the adaptable flex grooves allow for greater control
- Weight (half pair): 10.7 oz.
Imported.
View the Brooks Cascadia Product LineView all Brooks Men's Trail-Running Shoes| Best Use | Trail Running |
|---|---|
| Trail-Running Shoe Type | Rugged-Trail |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 6 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 35 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 29 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | 3D Fit Print air mesh |
| Midsole | DNA LOFT v3 |
| Outsole | TrailTack Green |
| Rock Plate | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 5.4 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
Brooks Footwear - Men's
| 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | |
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| U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
| U.S. Women's | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | ||||||
| UK | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| EU | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47.5 | 48.5 | 49.5 | 50.5 |
Sizing Notes
Sizes along top of chart are U.S. Men's sizes. Correlating U.S. Women's sizes and EU sizes provided for clarity.
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JamesKPolk
Western Springs, IL
King of the Trails
3 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Hard to argue with Brooks trail shoes lately, and the Cascadia 19 - while perhaps not revolutionary - is more than good enough to keep propagating that legacy. While the Cascadia 19 is a bit more rugged than I “need,” they handle any trail I run on expertly. Road performance is good, if a little… odd. They’re not quite a road-to-trail shoe (nor are they marked to be one). For rocky and technical trails including in some pretty nasty state and regional parts, these worked extremely well. I even ran a workout (fartlek-type session) over some really steep terrain and the midsole excelled.
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Shod
Mount Kisco, NY
Substance over style
3 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the way this running shoe feels. It has bounce and is so supportive. My feet feel great from the moment they go on, and continue to feel great throughout. The fabric is a very breathable mesh, which keeps my feet feeling well ventilated, but is poor for running in the rain (or even a slight drizzle). I will saw that my one knock on it is the color scheme is not very appealing. I actually have an expensive performance shirt that was a gift and a really great athletic shirt but the color is a little revolting, and these shoes match it PERFECTLY (the color scheme looks worse in person than in pictures). So you may struggle to fit this style into your wardrobe, but if you can (or you don’t care about the color scheme) your feet will really thank you!
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DarrenWasHere
Edmond, OK
My Feet Finally Found the Perfect Partner for Trails
3 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was excited to try Brooks Cascadia 19 for my trail runs. As someone who enjoys getting out on the trails but isnot a fan of the feeling of heavy shoes on my feet, I’ve been looking for a trail shoe that doesn't demand a break-in period. The Cascadia 19 checked all the boxes, with its light, mesh material for the upper being the standout feature; my feet stayed cool and comfortable even on a longer hike, and the grippy waffle pattern on the soles. I stayed steady on loose terrain, plus, the toe box is actually roomy enough for my toes to be comfortable. For me, one heel presses in a little tight on one foot, but honestly, that’s probably just something unique about my foot shape. Overall, these shoes slide on easily and feel good from the first step, making my weekend adventures a lot more enjoyable!
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Trailrunner
Carlisle, PA
Solid durable trail shoe
3 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After several weeks of running and hiking in the Brooks Cascadia 18, they’ve become my go-to trail shoes. I started with a few shorter 4-5 mile runs, then took them on some tough, longer hikes down into the Grand Canyon, where I encountered a variety of rough terrain. Since returning from the GC, I’ve also used them for several 5-10 mile trail runs. What stands out is their durability—the shoes show almost no wear, even after handling the tough conditions that have quickly worn out other trail runners I’ve tried. The outsoles are exceptionally grippy, especially on rock and loose scree, which has made a noticeable difference in maintaining traction during steep or technical sections. Overall, these shoes offer a great balance of durability, grip, and support, making them a solid choice for both established trails and off-route scrambles.
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Tomo
Miami, FL
Great running shoe… for Trail
3 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These Brooks Cascadia shoes have quickly become a staple in my trail running rotation. The moment I put them on, they felt stable and ready, no awkward break-in period. The cushioning hits a sweet spot: it softens the impact on rocky or uneven paths without feeling too squishy or heavy. The traction really stood out. The lugs on the outsole dig into dirt and loose gravel with ease, and I never felt like I was slipping, even on light inclines. They’re clearly built for trail use, and they perform like it. The upper is breathable but still offers good structure and foot support, especially around the midfoot. Style-wise, I love the design. It’s modern but not flashy—clean lines, quality materials, and a colorway that looks good both on and off the trail. I do have slightly wide feet, and I wish I had gone with the wide version; I think it would’ve made an already good fit feel perfect. All in all, it’s a great trail shoe. If you run on mixed terrain or enjoy light hikes, the Cascadia delivers performance, comfort, and style in one solid package.
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Dufresne
CHARLOTTE, NC
Solid comfort on trail or road
3 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really surprised by these shoes. I’ve never had much luck with past Cascadia models—there was always a pressure point or something that didn’t quite work for my foot. But the 19s are different. They’re well-cushioned, fit comfortably, and just feel solid overall. I normally run in supportive shoes like the Brooks Adrenaline, but on the trail, these neutral runners work just fine. I’ve put in about 25 miles so far, split between road and trail. They’re cushy, supportive, and stable underfoot, and never felt off balance on trails. They don’t feel heavy on pavement either. The mesh uppers are noticably breathable in this hot summer. The style is a bonus too—especially in the white colorway, they look good enough to wear casually. However, if your used to shoes with a visually aesthetic narrow profile, this may catch you off guard as they look a decent bit wider than other offerings. That said, I really like the room it provided my forefoot. Hate that claustrophobic feeling some shoes give me. Fit is true to size. Highly recommend if you're after a versatile, all-around running shoe.
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Anonymous
Fayetteville, AR
Amazing Trail Grip!
3 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been putting these through the paces the last few weeks and they have awesome! I’ve done steep incline and decline, around lakes, over river rocks and even some on sidewalk and I’m really impressed with them. I’ll share a bit about how they’ve held up on different surfaces and the overall fit and look. One note is I have a forefoot strike and have used these primarily on single track dirt trails. First, these have been amazing for dirt single track trails. They have a good nubby base and it grips well carving through trails. This morning I went down an extremely steep dirt decline and it did not slip a bit. With other grippy shoes I have had that do well on dirt they have been slippery on rocks and pavement but these have done remarkably well. I am in Northwest Arkansas and run a lot mountain bike trails that have heavy use of rocks and I’ve had no problems with slipping. I would not use them for a pavement run, but they are not uncomfortable when I have some pavement between dirt trail. For fit, these are very comfortable shoes. They have a thicker body then some shoes I’ve worn and I was worried that would feel clunky but they are so light weight that I have noticed at all when I’m out running in them. They also have good thickness on the bottom and there has been no discomfort with the bumpy bottoms even on hard surfaces. I love the overall look of these - they are sleek and classy looking the grey parts on the toes have a bit of reflective look to them. If I had to choose one thing to complain about it would be that they are white shoes made for running in dirt so they do get dirty easily. That said, that has been less visible than I expected and they have been holding up great. One final call out - I have not run in mud with these yet but I’ve experienced a lot less climbing up on the bottom and rocks getting stuck then I have with other shoes.
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Yogger0907
La Cañada Flintridge, CA
An Excellent Trail Runner For Everyone Including Casual Non-Trail Runners
3 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Brooks' legendary reputation for comfortable, serious running shoes is well-earned. A bit of background information, I am an avid runner (30-50 miles per week) who has taken up hiking and trail running seriously over the past 3 years. A few hikes I have done include Kalalau trail along the Na Pali Coast, Sliding Sands in Maui, Half Dome, and a 80 mile portion of the JMT. The Cascadia 19 was my every day from trail running, cross training, runs to the market and work around the garden and it exceeded my expectations wildly. Comfort - Brooks has always been a brand that I've gravitated toward due to my heavy overpronation and this shoe fit me perfectly. I have relatively wide feet and never felt my toe box was constricted or sweaty due to the accommodating front vamp and breathable material. The heel box (shown in photo) was like a cloud pillow with just the right amount of support so as not to irritate my heel or ankle bone (a problem I've encountered with several "serious" running shoe companies). From a cushion standpoint it gave me just enough to feel responsive while still giving me that cloud-like bounce in every step. I spent a 16 hour day on my feet at Disneyland with a wily 3 year old and I am not exaggerating when I say I felt like I could still run a few miles at the end of the day. Looks - my first impression right out of the box was that they had nailed the color scheme and design. Brooks' Glycerine used to be my everyday go to running shoe and the Cascadia 19 knocks it out of the park from a design standpoint just like the Glycerine. Durability - highest marks from a durability perspective. I logged well over 100 miles in these shoes and the trail treads still look the same as if I'd just slipped them on. Not sure how they are doing it or who runs their material science department, but they deserve a raise. These shoes could easily go another 200 on these treads. Another pro about these is that they do not have that customary grip that can be a little too strong so as to trip you every once in a while during break-in. 10/10 recommend. Needless to say I will be buying A LOT more Brooks shoes across my running, trail running and cross training shoe collection. Love them and glad they will be on my feet for my next 200+!
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Del
Graying, MI
Reliable Trail Performer with All-Day Comfort
4 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been wearing the Brooks Cascadia 19 for a few weeks now, and overall, this is a solid, dependable trail shoe with a few standout qualities—and a couple of areas for improvement. Fit and Feel Right out of the box, the fit was true to size with just enough room in the toe box to allow for foot splay on descents. The heel feels secure without being restrictive, and the overall feel is more structured than plush. The DNA LOFT v2 midsole provides a balanced cushioning—enough for long-distance comfort without sacrificing trail feel or responsiveness. It strikes a great middle ground between being protective and connected to the terrain. Design The Cascadia 19 sports a sleek, updated look that leans a little more modern than previous versions. It’s rugged but not bulky, and the lacing system feels dialed in. I appreciate the subtle color options and trail-inspired detailing. It looks as good on local singletrack as it does around town, which is a bonus. Fabric and Upper The upper uses a reinforced mesh that breathes well but still resists debris and light moisture. The updated Ballistic Rock Shield and protective overlays do a great job of shielding from sharp rocks and roots, without making the upper stiff or uncomfortable. The gusseted tongue and gaiter attachment points are great for technical trail days. What I Liked Most The best part of the Cascadia 19 is its stability and versatility. The pivot system in the midsole truly helps the shoe adapt to uneven terrain, and it feels secure and agile across all kinds of trails—from packed dirt to rocky scrambles. It’s a great choice for hiking or running. What I Would Change While the shoe does everything well, it’s not the lightest trail runner out there. For speed-focused runners or ultra-distance athletes looking to shave ounces, it might feel a bit overbuilt. Also, the grip is solid, but in extremely muddy or slick conditions, a more aggressive lug pattern might provide better traction. Final Verdict The Brooks Cascadia 19 continues the line’s reputation for being a trail workhorse—comfortable, stable, and protective. It’s ideal for runners or hikers who prioritize all-day comfort and durability over featherweight speed. I’d definitely recommend it for daily trail use, moderate technical terrain, and mixed trail conditions. Just don’t expect it to be the lightest shoe in your gear closet.
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GreatandVersatileProduct
Manhattan, NY
Great and Versatile Product
4 weeks ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got these shoes just ahead of visiting my brother for a long trip to Phoenix - and made them my go-to. They're great for a huge range of activities: everyday use chasing after kids, hiking, exercise classes, and good old fashioned running. I did most of it on a treadmill but the shoes are super supportive - an issue for me since I have histories of plantar fasciitis- good looking/understated design, comfortable and versatile. They're my first Brooks pair, but I'd be happy to recommend and get another pair.
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