Side by side comparison: Brooks Cascadia 19 vs Salomon S/Lab Ultra Glide 1.5

Brooks Cascadia 19
BrooksCascadia 19

Light/Moderate Trail

Product Judgment

8.6

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$140$226$207$169$150

Strong Buy

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 7Stability: 9Durability: 9Grip: 8

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 9Light Trail: 9Technical Trail: 7Door to Trail: 7

Pros & Cons

Excellent stability
Durable outsole and upper
Comfortable for long runs
Bulky feel for some
Limited agility
Not ideal on pavement

Specs

Best for6:00–8:30 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack34 mm heel / 28 mm forefoot
Weight301 g
Terrainlight_trail
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateRock_plate

Judgment Summary

A strong, stable technical trail shoe excelling in protection, comfort, and durability for rugged terrain.

Where to Buy

Salomon S/Lab Ultra Glide 1.5
SalomonS/Lab Ultra Glide 1.5

Light/Moderate Trail

Product Judgment

8.3

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$250$200$183$150$133

Unjustified

Phasing Out

Performance

Comfort: 9Energy Return: 7Stability: 8Durability: 8Grip: 8

Run Fitness

Daily: 8Long: 9Light Trail: 9Technical Trail: 7Door to Trail: 8

Pros & Cons

Excellent long-distance comfort
Improved heel fit
Versatile trail performance
Roomy fit on technical terrain
Forefoot cushioning can feel excessive

Specs

Best for5:30-7:30 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack41 mm heel / 35 mm forefoot
Weight303 g
Terrainlight_trail
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Max-cushioned trail shoe excelling in ultra-distance comfort and versatility, with improved heel fit.