Brooks Caldera 8
The Brooks Caldera 8 is a highly cushioned trail running shoe perfect for those days when your legs need more underfoot.
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Men's Trail Running Shoes
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Daily Trainer TrailDaily Trainer Trail
Daily Trainer Trail running shoes are reliable and versatile. They are great for a broad range of surfaces and used by beginner and advanced trail runners.
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Max Cushion TrailMax Cushion Trail
Max Cushion Trail shoes deliver ultimate comfort. They have tons of cushioning, making them great for running long distances.
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Performance Trail | Sub-UltraPerformance Trail | Sub-Ultra
Performance Trail running shoes are nimble and agile. They tend to be light and are the choice for many who run sub-ultra trail races. They are also great for those seeking a fast and free experience.
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Super Trail | Race UltraSuper Trail | Race Ultra
Super Trail shoes are built for the best trail runners in the world. You don't have to be elite to benefit from the best technology available in these shoes. Whether racing an ultra or just looking for an assist, Super Trail shoes deliver the best trail performance.
Men's Running Shoes by Surface
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Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
Road running shoes feature smooth outsoles that are designed for running on paved surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and bike paths.
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Smooth Trails & FireroadsSmooth Trails & Fireroads
Designed to handle most trail runs, these shoes prioritize comfort and a smooth ride. These shoes are great for anything from smooth singletrack, park trails, and fireroads making them ideal for those who run from their doorstep on streets before hitting the trail.
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Rocky & Technical TrailsRocky & Technical Trails
These shoes are best used for hard, rugged trails such as shale, granite or sandstone where grip on smooth surfaces and underfoot protection are important.
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Soft & Muddy TrailsSoft & Muddy Trails
Designed for use in muddy, soggy conditions, these shoes feature very aggressive outsoles that dig deep into soft ground for exceptional traction.
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Snowy & Icy TrailsSnowy & Icy Trails
These shoes feature technical outsoles designed to grip snowy and icy trails making them ideal for winter trail running.
Cushioning Level
Cushioning level, or stack height, refers to how much shoe is between your foot and the ground. For this category, we reference the amount of cushioning below the forefoot as the heel height will be equal to or greater than the forefoot height.
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Barefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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Minimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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Low
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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Medium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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High
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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Maximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Stability Level
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Neutral Running Shoes
Neutral shoes support the foot through a normal range of arch collapse and generally do not have a built-in technology to correct movement.
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Stable
Stability shoes are a great option for those who overpronate or need added support. These shoes help to limit the inward rolling motion of the ankle while running or walking and assist in guiding the foot straight through the gait cycle.
Product Details:
The Brooks Caldera 8 is designed for long distance trail runs and delivers exceptional comfort and protection, with refinements from pro runner feedback. As the most cushioned trail shoe in the Brooks lineup, the Caldera 8 is built for all-day wear, regular weekly miles, and long ultra distance adventures. Offering maximum underfoot protection with a thick stack of nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 foam, this plush midsole absorbs impact over rugged terrain, ensuring a smooth, comfortable ride.
For added security, this cruiser features raised sidewalls to support your foot, while retaining flexibility where needed to better adapt to uneven surfaces. Like its predecessor, the outsole base is wide for inherent stability, and the sticky TrailTack Green rubber features flex grooves to stabilize landings on varying trail surfaces.
In this 8th version, the sandwich air mesh upper utilizes new materials for an updated fit, enhanced breathability, and quicker drying time for your enjoyment over long distances. Further touches, such as the padded perforated tongue, heel pull tab, and protective TPU toe cap, help create relaxing peace of mind from step-in to the final mile.
Overall, the Brooks Caldera 8 is expertly engineered to provide the ultimate cushioned experience on the trails, no matter the distance.
What You'll Love:
- Certified CarbonNeutral®
- Most cushioning of any Brooks trail shoe
- Raised sidewalls for added security
- New upper with improved breathability and durability
Model Number: 1104401D131
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Shoe Specs (Men's Size 9)
| Weight: | 10.9 oz 309 g |
| Heel Stack: | 39 mm |
| Forefoot Stack: | 33 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 6 mm |
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| Sizing: | True to size |
| Heel Width: | Roomy |
| Midfoot Fit: | Average |
| Toe Box Fit: | Snug |
How We Measure Our Shoe Specs
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We measure every shoe in-house to provide accurate and consistent details.
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Weight
The weight is based on a Men's size 9 for Men's and Unisex shoes or Women's size 8 for Women's shoes. The weight listed is for a single shoe, including the laces.
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Heel Stack
The heel stack refers to how high your heel sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Forefoot Stack
Forefoot stack refers to how high the ball of the foot sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Heel-toe Offset
Heel-toe offset (drop) is the difference in height between the heel stack and the forefoot stack. We use the number given to us by the brand.
How We Measure Shoe Fit
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All measurements are based on Medium width.
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Fit (width) options are Narrow - Snug - Average - Roomy - Wide.
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Sizing (length) options are Short - True - Long. Note: fit is relative to the "average" running shoe.
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We partner with SmartLast, a program by Heeluxe, to use advanced shoe-measuring technology, to provide objective measurements for toe box, midfoot, and heel widths as well as overall length.
Cushioning Level
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BarefootBarefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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MinimalMinimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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LowLow
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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MediumMedium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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HighHigh
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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MaximalMaximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- DNA LOFT v3 foam is plush nitrogen-infused EVA, stacked high for maximum underfoot protection.
- Inherently stable geometry includes raised sidewalls for added foot security and a wide footprint base, while retaining adaptable flexibility where needed.
OUTSOLE
- TrailTack Green rubber provides trustworthy traction on dry and wet terrain and is made of 25% recycled materials.
- 4 mm lugs provide balanced adaptable grip over changing trail conditions.
UPPER
- Sandwich air mesh incorporates TPEE fibers to achieve a strong, highly durable, lightweight, and breathable design.
- TPU toe cap protects against rocks and roots.
- Certified CarbonNeutral® for the entire shoe, not just the upper, by increased use of recycled materials plus purchased offsets for emissions that haven't been eliminated yet.
