Brooks Caldera 8

RRP £140.00.

Scorecard

From the spec sheet and 2 independent reviews.

• Waterproof: 0 out of 100. Waterproof (GORE-TEX): No.
• Wide fit: 92 out of 100. Wide fit available: Yes. Reviewers flag: Bulky wide heel.
• Grip: 22 out of 100. Lug depth: 4 mm; Outsole: TrailTack Green rubber. Reviewers: Reliable TrailTack grip.
• Cushioning: 96 out of 100. Cushioning: max; Stack (heel): 38.5 mm. Reviewers flag: Not enough cushioning.
• Lightweight: 2 out of 100. Weight: 309 g. Reviewers flag: Heavy for category.
• Durability: 50 out of 100. No clear evidence either way; about typical for the category.
• Rock protection: not sure yet.
• Stability: 94 out of 100. Reviewers: Outstanding stability, Secure lockdown.
• Breathability: 78 out of 100. Upper: Quick-dry mesh with TPEE overlays. Reviewers: Quick-drying breathable upper.
• Recycled materials: not sure yet.

Independent reviews

• Cut in half: Brooks Caldera 8 Review (2025) RunRepeat
• Brooks Caldera 8 Review: Can Brooks Run It Back? Believe in the Run

Specs

Upper

Quick-dry mesh with TPEE overlays

Midsole

Nitrogen-infused DNA Loft v3 foam

Outsole

TrailTack Green rubber

Terrain

mixed

Best for

ultra distance on mixed trails

Weight g

309

Cushioning

max

Lug depth mm

4

Release year

2025

Heel to toe drop mm

6

Stack height heel mm

38.5

Stack height forefoot mm

32.5

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