Brooks Catamount 4

Trail · Trail · Race

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Brooks Catamount 4
Weight and drop
WeightDrop
ClaimedMen269.3 g6 mm
ClaimedWomen241 g6 mm
MeasuredVariant unknown—8.4 mm
Sources and measurements

Measurements apply to the tested sample. Size and measurement method can affect the values.

Claimed · Men

Weight: 269.3 g · Drop: 6 mm
Reference size not stated

Claimed · Women

Weight: 241 g · Drop: 6 mm
Reference size not stated

Measured · Variant unknown

Weight: — · Drop: 8.4 mm
Reference size not stated

— Not documented or unresolved

RunRepeat measured 8.4 mm drop in its laboratory sample.

CompositePlate
TrailSurface

About the shoe

Trail shoe with DNA FLASH v2 foam and a SkyVault plate. RunRepeat liked its stable ride on easy terrain but found modest energy return. Believe in the Run liked the secure upper while finding the ride firm. Check that firmness against your intended pace and distance.

Comfort
80/100
Response
70/100
Stability
84/100
Cushioning
70/100
TrailRaceTempo
Independent reviews

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Reviewed specifications
Plate
Composite
Plate construction
SkyVault
Rocker
—
Cushioning
3.5/5
Terrain
Trail
Roles
Trail · Race · Tempo

Manufacturer specifications

Construction
Brooks lists nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2 foam and a SkyVault plate.
Outsole
Brooks specifies TrailTack Green outsole rubber.
Measured drop
RunRepeat measured 8.4 mm drop in its laboratory sample.
Tested energy return
RunRepeat found modest energy return.
Running feel
RunRepeat enjoyed the stable, smooth ride on easy terrain.
Fit
Taylor at Believe in the Run found a closely held midfoot.
Running feel
Believe in the Run's testers found the midsole firm.

Sources: Brooks ↗ · RunRepeat ↗ · Believe in the Run ↗