The Gore-Tex® version of the original Cascadia, the Brooks Cascadia 16 GTX Men’s Trail Running Shoe gives you waterproof coverage with a lightweight GORE-TEX® Invisible Fit membrane. Bonded directly to the upper for a lighter, more flexible fit everything about this shoe is built lighter to keep you moving while still providing protection and cushioning out on the trail. A gaiter tab on the heel secures trail gaiters for added protection against debris and muck, while a gusset has been put in keep out sand and small debris as well. Designed with all-terrain stability this trail runner has a TrailTack rubber outsole for wet/dry traction, run confidently up and down the trail regardless of the weather. Release grooves in the midsole promote extra adaptability on rough terrain when you’re getting off the tame stuff. A DNA LOFT v2 midsole with an extra 2mm of cushioning provides added shock protection and a comfortable ride, while the Ballistic Rock Shield with vertical grooves for side-to-side adaptability protection protection against rocks and uneven trail surfaces. Choose this shoe if you’re looking to get out earlier in the spring when conditions are less than optimal, or the climate you spend time in tends to the wet and rainy and you’d like your feet to stay as dry as possible.