Women's Cascadia 20
All-terrain confidence — a Vibram Megagrip outsole and responsive DNA FLASH v2 cushioning that goes the distance.
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Nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2
Vibram Megagrip outsole
TrailAdapt Technology
Description
Adapt to the wild in the stabilizing, trail-ready Cascadia 20. For its 20th edition, Brooks' most rugged everyday trail shoe gets a major platform update — more cushion underfoot on a refined, supportive base that keeps you planted on technical and rugged terrain. Responsive, nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2 cushioning gives you an energetic push-off mile after mile, while TrailAdapt Technology delivers a wide base of support and adaptive lugs that move with the ground beneath you. For the first time on a Cascadia, an all-terrain Vibram Megagrip outsole brings confidence-inspiring traction on wet and dry surfaces.
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Features
- Nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2. Supercritical, nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2 foam delivers responsive, energetic cushioning that springs back mile after mile.
- Vibram Megagrip outsole. An all-terrain Vibram Megagrip outsole — a Cascadia first — bites into wet and dry surfaces for confident traction.
- TrailAdapt Technology. A wide, stable base with zonal flexibility and adaptive lugs that move with uneven ground for a planted, sure-footed ride.
- 3D-printed TPU toe cap. A protective printed toe cap and mudguard shield your foot from rocks, roots, and trail debris.
- Engineered air-mesh upper. A breathable engineered air-mesh upper wraps the foot in secure, lightweight comfort.
Materials
- Upper: engineered air mesh with a 3D-printed TPU toe cap and mudguard.
- Midsole: nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2.
- Outsole: Vibram Megagrip rubber.
- Care: remove the insoles and laces, hand wash with mild soap and cool water, then air dry away from direct heat.
About the brand
Brooks has been singularly focused on the run since 1914, channeling more than a century of biomechanics research into shoes built to keep you moving. From nitrogen-infused DNA cushioning underfoot to the trail-ready Cascadia and road-smooth Ghost franchises, every pair is engineered around how real runners actually move. At Mountain Sports, we love Brooks because they do one thing exceptionally well — dependable, well-cushioned shoes that turn everyday miles into something you look forward to.
How it ranks across conditions.
Calibrated against comparable products we stock, so you can compare like for like.
Is this right for you?
Technical & rugged trails
TrailAdapt stability and a Vibram Megagrip outsole keep you planted on rocks, roots, and loose descents.
Not for: Want even more cushion for long ultra days? Try the Caldera 8. Women's Caldera 8
Daily trail training & doorstep-to-trail
A cushioned, protective ride comfortable enough for everyday miles from your door to the dirt.
Not for: Sticking mostly to pavement? A road shoe will feel smoother. Women's Ghost Max 3
Technical Specs
| Cushioning | Balanced |
|---|---|
| Support | Neutral |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm |
| Weight | ≈255 g / 9.0 oz (women's, estimated) |
| Surface | Trail |
Before you buy.
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How the Cascadia 20 compares
Head-to-head against the closest alternatives we stock, so you can see where this one sits before you commit.
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Women's Cascadia 20 You're viewing |
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Women's Cascadia 19 |
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Women's Caldera 8 |
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Women's Cascadia 19 GTX |
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| Price | $160 | $150 | $120 | $180 |
| Best for | Do-it-all trail | Everyday trail | Max-cushion trail | Wet & waterproof |
| Cushion | Balanced | Balanced | Max | Balanced |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm | 6 mm | 4 mm | 6 mm |
| Waterproof | No | No | No | Yes (GORE-TEX) |
| Pick your size | Shop → | Shop → | Shop → |
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