Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Salomon Speedcross 6 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.6 vs 4.7). The gap is mostly about runners on mud, snow, or loose-soil trails — read the strengths below before deciding.
The Cascadia 19 is the all-day pick — Brooks' stable trail shoe with moderate drop for varied runners.
The Speedcross 6 is the soft-terrain pick — Salomon's flagship for mud, snow, and loose soil.
Most versatile drop. Less aggressive lugs. Brooks stability.
Best soft-terrain traction. Narrow fit. Awkward on hard-pack.
| Spec | Brooks Cascadia 19 | Salomon Speedcross 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Drop | 6-8mm | 10mm |
| Midsole | DNA Loft v3 | — |
| Use | All-day trail | — |
| Brand | Brooks | Salomon |
| Outsole | — | Mud Contagrip |
| Lugs | — | Deep arrow |