Men's Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX

The Cascadia 20 GTX is a waterproof and durable trail shoe that features Vibram® Megagrip for excellent traction and protection on rugged terrain. With a rock plate for added underfoot protection, it offers stability and confidence across challenging trails.

The Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX is ideal if...

You want a waterproof shoe to keep your feet dry in wet and muddy conditions
You run on a mixture of rugged trails, rocky paths, and other off-road terrain
You want reliable grip and protection for uneven and challenging trails
You prefer a stable, durable trail shoe for longer off-road runs or hikes

Feature	Details
Category	Trail Running Shoes
Cushioning	Balanced
Weight	M 323g
Drop	6mm (38/32mm)
Lug Depth	4mm
Fit	True to size
Width Options	Standard

Men's Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX

£150

Pros

Fully waterproof shoe that will keep your feet dry in the heaviest rain
Vegan-friendly
Great grip that will give you confidence on all sorts of off-road terrains
Comfortable adaptive fit
Suitable for both running and hiking

Cons(iderations)

Added protection and waterproof layer make them slightly heavier than standard version

Improvements on Cascadia GTX 19

Reliable Vibram® Megagrip provides excellent, durable traction
Traction Lug technology delivers confident grip on wet and slippery surfaces
Added 4mm of nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2 in the midsole for improved impact-absorption and enhanced step-in comfort

Men's Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX, Trail Running Shoes

Features

Upper:

Gore-Tex ® Invisible Fit membrane is light and flexible for a great fit
Durable toe cap protects the toes

Midsole:

Trail Adapt System integrates midsole, rock plate and DNA FLASH v2 cushioning to absorb the impact from hard surfaces
Ballistic Rock Shield protects the foot against sharp stones or rocks

Outer sole:

New Vibram® Megagrip outsole with multidirectional grip provides exceptional traction and durability
4mm deep lugs deliver reliable traction for all-terrain performance
Traction Lug technology ensures your stability on wet or dry surfaces

In Testing

This shoe fits true to size. Often I find with other Gore-Tex shoes, the size comes up smaller, but these fit great! My feet are slightly wider in the forefoot, so sometimes shoes can rub on my little toe. I was happy to see that this isn't the case with the latest version, which offers enough space in the forefoot so that my toes don't get squashed. At the same time, thanks to the full internal saddle system, the shoe doesn't feel baggy, as it gives you a nice close-to-foot fit.

As soon as you put the Cascadia 20 GTX on, you know this is a reliable shoe you can trust. It feels really lovely, supportive and comfortable. When dashing up and down the trails, the shoe gives you the confidence you need, as it makes your stride secure and stable.

Knowing that there is no anti-pronation control in the trail shoe, I was curious to see how it would work for me. And I have to say that I was very pleased the shoes were stable enough for my feet, so my achilles stayed happy, even on longer runs beyond 15km. My original impression was that the shoe was designed mainly for slower runs on trails. And sure enough, they feel wonderful on my slow off-road runs.

However, I didn't think I would enjoy doing speed work in them. After being challenged by my friend to some intervals on road, I thought let's give it a go... and I was truly amazed how light and fast these shoes felt. Even though we were running on pavement in the rain, there was no sliding, no slipping, but only a fast, secure, smooth ride. Pure joy!

Verdict

Thanks to many fabulous technical features, the Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX gives you enough confidence to run (or hike) – no matter the weather or terrain. It feels light and comfortable on your feet, while keeping you stable, both on your on-road and off-road adventures.

Men's Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX

£150

Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX Comparison

Product	Comparison
Brooks Divide 6 GTX	Cushioning is a bit more responsive with firmer feel. Lack of Vibram outsole makes it less durable. Good price-point for a waterproof shoe.
Hoka Challenger 8 GTX	Road-to-trail shoe with softer cushioning. Lack of Vibram outsole makes the outsole less durable. Same lug-depth at 4mm.
Brooks Cascadia 20	Non-waterproof upper is more breathable but doesn't keep feet dry in wet conditions. Slightly lighter, otherwise the same midsole and outsole.
Topo Ultra Venture 5	Non-waterproof upper is more breathable but doesn't keep feet dry in wet conditions, Durable Vibram® XS outsole, gaiter attachment and spacious toe-box.