Brooks Catamount 4

RRP £160.00.

Scorecard

From the spec sheet and 2 independent reviews.

  • Waterproof: 0 out of 100. Waterproof (GORE-TEX): No.
  • Wide fit: 0 out of 100. Wide fit available: No. Reviewers flag: Narrower toebox.
  • Grip: 30 out of 100. Lug depth: 3.1 mm; Outsole: TrailTack Green rubber. Reviewers: Reliable traction in varied conditions.
  • Cushioning: 18 out of 100. Cushioning: moderate; Stack (heel): 31.5 mm. Reviewers flag: Not enough cushion for ultras.
  • Lightweight: 95 out of 100. Weight: 269 g.
  • Durability: 46 out of 100. No clear evidence either way; about typical for the category.
  • Rock protection: 94 out of 100. Strong, explicit evidence it excels here.
  • Stability: not sure yet. Reviewers: Stable, confident ride, Secure upper lockdown.
  • Breathability: not sure yet. Upper: TPEE single-layer mesh.
  • Recycled materials: 18 out of 100. Our sources point clearly against it here.

Independent reviews

Specs

Upper
TPEE single-layer mesh
Midsole
DNA Flash v2 nitrogen-infused EVA-based foam
Outsole
TrailTack Green rubber
Terrain
mixed
Best for
fast, uptempo trail running and shorter ultras
Weight g
269
Cushioning
moderate
Lug depth mm
3.1
Release year
2026
Heel to toe drop mm
6
Stack height heel mm
31.5

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