12/2/2023 0 Comments Mens stacks shoes![]() ![]() I am definitely a gear junkie - I have gone through more running vests than I can remember, and my trail running shoe collection currently sits at 38 pairs (all tracked via spreadsheet)! My wife does not appreciate this. I also enjoy the challenge of looped/timed trail races, and even the backyard ultra format. My three 100 milers so far have all been in the 25k vert range. I love going fast and running all distances, but I especially love long mountain ultras. Picking up running in my early 30s, starting on roads, progressing to marathons (PR 2:40, Boise 2019), eventually I discovered trails. I actually grew up inline speed skating - both indoor short track as well as roads. I have no formal running training, have never run on a team at any level, and can count the times I've run on a track on one hand. Mike Postaski Born and raised in New Jersey, recently moved to Boise, ID in 2019, mainly to have better and easier access to outdoor adventure. Jeff Valliere runs mostly on very steep technical terrain above Boulder often challenging well known local FKT's. Very wide platform - need to be aware of foot placement in technical terrain Mike P/Jeff Vįoothold in technical terrain (though will concede the Caldera is not intended as such) Jeff VĪ moment of inattention could precipitate a big ankle roll Jeff V/Mike P Surprisingly heavy but run lighter than weight Sam/Mike PĪ bit less supportive under arch, medial side Mike P Useful extra features - gaiter attachment points, lace loop Mike P Lots of volume in upper - designed for long distance Mike P/Jeff V Nice final rocker roll to toe off Sam/Mike P/Jeff V Truly bottomless cushion, and protection with noticed, lively, supercritical foam spring Sam/Mike P/Jeff V The new V6 is a pretty “big” departure from previous versions. They always felt like they had a bit of a “teeter” to them - as if you stepped on a rock, they would be prone to roll in any direction. I also tried on versions 3-5 in store over the years, but never really liked the fit and feel. This new version is so far removed from those, that there’s not much use in comparing. Mike P: In my initial trail running days I went through a couple pairs of the 1st Calderas. While the Caldera 6 has gained a bit of weight, it still feels light on the foot and lighter than expected, all things considered. It is hands down one of the best maximal options out there for long distance running or just day to day training of any distance. The Caldera is slotted as the moderate terrain and door to trail option between the more race and agile focused Catamount ( RTR Review ) and the more technical terrain Cascadia 16 ( RTR Review ).īrooks has given the Caldera a complete rebuild from the ground up, on a wider platform, with a slightly more aggressive outsole, more lively Loft v3 foam midsole with rockered shape and a newly designed upper. ![]() Jeff V: I have reviewed every Caldera from the first version and the Caldera 6 is by far the best yet. ![]()
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