Brooks Women’s, Caldera 6 Trail Running Shoe

13 reviews for Brooks Women’s, Caldera 6 Trail Running Shoe

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   Alex :-) – 15 January 2025

   💗👏 BEST EVER!!
   SUMMARY: These are literally the best running shoes I’ve ever worn, trail or street!! 👏💗I used to be a high-end triathlete and even had sponsors. A couple months before the Hawaii IronMan in 2013 I got hit by a car while running and was nearly killed. 11 surgeries and 11 years of physical therapy later, I can walk again. And don’t tell my surgeons, but I’ve even been super ultra slow “jogging “a little past month! I just can’t help myself! 🙃 I switched to trails because it’s so much easier on my joints. I wore Nike Pegasus for decades, 6-8 pairs a year plus at least one other brands every year just to try. But Nike don’t last anymore because the support wears unevenly. Two years ago I tried the Nike Vomero, which I really liked, but I hate Nike politics and that they use child labor in concentration camps in China. So I switched to Brooks Glycerin, which I liked better than the Nikes. But now I need trail shoes.I have an exercise science BS and exercise medicine MS, so I understand by mechanics. But shoe technology has evolved greatly in the last couple of years, so I did some good research and then tried on literally 15 pairs of the top models from these brands: Hoka, Brooks, New Balance, Asics, Saucony, On Cloud… and yes, the Nike Pegasus Trail just for comparison. I need a lightweight, narrow/low volume, straight-lasted, neutral shoe with maximum cushioning but that still has road feel, stability without motion control, and waterproof (GTX) as a bonus. It’s good to have two pairs at a time and alternate, but I only need one pair of waterproof shoes. That’s a tall order, and I thought I’d have to compromise – but I didn’t!These three easily stood out: Hoka Challenger ATX 7 GTX, New Balance Hierro v7 GTX, and these Brooks Caldera 6 (no GTX option), with honorable mention for Hoka Speedgoat 5 GTX. I couldn’t get the Hokas in my size, so I went with the New Balance Hierro v7 GTX and found a really good deal on Amazon for them. I’ll get the Hoka Challenger ATX next time. I couldn’t get the Brooks Caldera in a store, but I also found this really good deal on Amazon and saved $60! This seller also gets 5 stars because the shoes came brand spanking new.The top model of ON Clouds were easily the least cushioned, with the Nike Pegasus being the second least cushioned {Bye Nike ~ and I don’t even miss ya!}In every regard these are the best running shoes I’ve ever had! Sure, the bright pink is super fun and sporty, but they’re even more cushioned than any of the road shoes I’ve tried on but have added bonus of extra stability and rugged lugs on the soles for trails. The toes have some dots on them for added protection, but not as much as the New Balance Hierros. They’re not GTX, but I spray all my shoes with waterproof spray anyway because it keeps some cleaner, makes them last longer & helps keep my feet drier if I get caught in the rain or go through wet grass.I am happy to give my highest recommendation for these Brooks Caldera 6 trail shoes! 💗👏 Here’s hoping next season they come out with GTX!

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   Sky & Nic – 15 January 2025

   Love these Brooks shoes!
   Previously had another pair of Brooks that I used to travel, hike, and exercise with and they were wonderful. Started struggling with plantar fascitis and needed more cushion. These Brooks are fantastic! Sizing is accurate, color and design is as shown, good quality, and great support! Increased inflammation in bottom of feet with other shoes…..these make a huge difference in comfort! Would recommend!

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   misskubie – 15 January 2025

   Great Shoe for Cement
   I walk every morning for 2miles on cement so having cushioned shoes are essential. These shoes are also perfect for heavy heeled walkers as they give more stability and comfort. I took a day and half to break, the latter cooking dinner, really try it, you’ll know after. H2O proof. Good Arch support. Just an all around useful and nice looking shoe

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   shepherdmom – 15 January 2025

   I’m happy. Bought on sale.
   I have a lot of Brooks athletic shoes. I am a healthcare worker (recently retired). I use to buy Sachony but when they wore out, I tried Brooks! Have been very happy with the different styles/kinds. So I’ve stuck with the brand for several years and do have many coworkers who love them, too!Mostly it’s about comfort, we’re on our feet all day, but secondly I like the different styles and colors.I have bought more hiking styles recently for myself and my husband, sometimes our hiking boots are so stiff and so I like the alternative for shorter day hikes.So, first time I bought this style (Caldera, trail shoe) but I’m happy with them. I have a couple other Brooks trail shoes, too! Very comfortable. Not narrow toe bed, as far as fitting me, as some reviews have said, very cushioning….. I thought they were more red from the pictures but they look more hot pink to me 😂 but I’m keeping! I usually wear an 8 1/2 in Brooks and these were my size and fit great (just FYI, my hiking boots are now 9 to 9 1/2!!! Need more room on those downhill trails!). But my tennis shoes, lightweight hikers, I’m very happy with these!

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   Christine – 15 January 2025

   AMAZING
   These shoes are even better than the description! I have herniated disc and arthritis in both feet. These shoes are a blessing. I can stand up with out foot pain and walk with minimal back discomfort.Price was perfect, style is even good for going out. Support is fantastic I actually just bought another pair in a different color.

6. 

   Amazon Customer – 15 January 2025

   Comfortable
   Best pair of tennis shoes I got in a long timeGreat arch support, fits great, lightweight

7. 

   Pamela – 15 January 2025

   So I’m sad about this…….
   Over a year ago I bought two pairs of shoes; the Brooks Caldera 4 and Hoka’s Challenger ATR 6 models – I wanted to break them in at the same time and compare the two. For me, the Brooks Caldera 4 was a clear winner – they fit perfectly and I was able to hit the ground running with little to no break-in time. Because I was rotating the two pair they lasted longer, so by the time I was ready to replace them, the Brooks Caldera 4 were no longer available. By then the Caldera 6 was on the market so I bypassed the 5 model and bought what I assumed was the newest and greatest model in the 6. These fit differently and they look HUGE which was one of my issues with the Hoka’s. The thick, cushy footbed the these Caldera 6 look amazing but because the shoe fits too tightly in other areas, I don’t get to enjoy the cushiness because my feet are hurting elsewhere. It’s unfortunate because so far I haven’t been able to wear them more than a couple hours or so before they start to hurt. The window to return them as passed which is frustrating because you have to break in shoes before you know of they’ll work for you 🙁 I should have used my experience with the 4’s to know that if they weren’t right out of the box, they weren’t going to work for me.

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   Jenny – 15 January 2025

   Very comfortable
   Very durable, walking on air, fit is perfect, great heel to toe arch support, love the colors and styles. So far the most comfortable shoes I’ve owned.

9. 

   Miguel Angel Calleja Diaz – 15 January 2025

   Muy comodos para correr trotar o caminar

10. 

    Francisco – 15 January 2025

    Las conseguí de oferta para mí hija, después de un año siguen como nuevas…

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    Katja Rave – 15 January 2025

    Die Schuhe sind der Wahnsinn,ich bereue den Kauf nicht eine Sekunde,da ist einen stehenenden Beruf habe sind diese Schuhe perfekt…..keine Fussschmerzen mehr….klare Kaufempfehlung

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    only 1 item recieved today,missing 1 item – 15 January 2025

    i really like the shoes,it’s just i ordered smaller than my size because of confusing size choices.But the product is actually worth buying,i ended up buying again and by this time,i got the size i need.thank you Brooks .

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    S A JOHNSON – 15 January 2025

    I love these iv had alot off trainers , but these are my absolute favourites, very comfy great price at the time , feels like running on air defo buy these again