Brooks Catamount 2

Brooks · Trail · Trail & Montagne

Overall Score: 81/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: Not specified g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8.4 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: DNA Flash v2
  • Official Retail MSRP: €180 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • DNA Flash v2 cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Firmer ride across long paved road-to-trail transitions

Expert Review Sources

  • RunMag : 81.8 / 100 — « Designed for trail runners seeking a dependable trail & montagne option, the Brooks Catamount 2 impresses in real-world trail testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
  • RoadTrailRun : 79.6 / 100 — « In Brooks's trail & montagne lineup, the Catamount 2 handles pace changes effortlessly thanks to a locked-in midfoot wrap and a balanced build build. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at €180. »
  • iRunFar : 79.5 / 100 — « Built by Brooks around the DNA Flash v2 midsole, the Catamount 2 inspires confidence across technical trails and wet rock thanks to its biting outsole and DNA Flash v2 protection (a balanced build). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »

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