Brooks Catamount 4

Brooks Catamount 4 review: what runners say

Fit

Secure, foot-mapped fit: contained heel, minimal forefoot volume, snug midfoot lockdown. Heel structure is reinforced versus the V3; occasional heel lift on uphills.

Feel

DNA Flash V2 midsole perceived as stiff by the majority of testers: improved protection, but the SkyVault V2 plate engages poorly on flat terrain and descents. Slightly more responsiveness emerges on climbs.

Durability

TrailTack Green outsole with 3.5 mm lugs: tacky rubber, near-full coverage, rated among the best in its category. Engineered mesh upper with a history of minimal wear across previous versions.

Best for

Versatile, speed-oriented trail shoe: short to mid-distance races, training on mixed dry or wet terrain. Suited to runners who prefer a structured fit and are not looking for maximal softness.

Weak points

Midsole rated excessively stiff by all four testers: the plate does not deliver the expected propulsion, making the shoe underperform relative to its race-day billing. Occasional heel lift on uphills.

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