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Brooks Cascadia 20 Women's GTX
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Cascadia 20 Women's GTX

The Cascadia 20 GTX is a waterproof technical trail shoe with a GORE-TEX upper, Vibram Megagrip outsole, and a balanced 6mm-drop ride.

$190MSRP
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Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
trail
Primary use
Daily trail training
Also good for
Easy trail run, Trail long run, Technical trail, Door-to-trail
Cushion
moderate
Firmness
balanced
Weight
289.2g
Drop
6mm
Stack
not published
Lug
4mm
Waterproof
Yes
Midsole
DNA FLASH v2 (nitrogen-infused)
Outsole
Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug technology
Upper
GORE-TEX Invisible Fit waterproof upper (50.9% recycled materials)
Widths
standard
Release
2026
Wet conditionsStable platformDoor to trailTechnical trailDaily trainingWaterproofMudHiking
How it compares
Side-by-side with its neighbouring generations.
Our read

A stable, weatherproof trail workhorse for runners and hikers who face wet, muddy conditions and want a reliable grip more than a fast, light shoe.

Ride

A balanced ride with nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2 cushioning and TrailAdapt Technology for a wide, stable base. The 4mm Vibram Megagrip lugs handle wet and dry terrain confidently.

Fit

Fits true to size with a medium width only, and reviewers report a fit that runs neither notably snug nor roomy. No wide options are offered.

Best for

Wet-weather trail runs and hikes on technical, muddy terrain where waterproofing and secure grip matter most.

Avoid if

You want a lightweight, breathable shoe for dry conditions or fast efforts, as the GORE-TEX upper adds weight and traps heat.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.