Brooks Updates the Godfather of Modern Trail Shoes with a Striking New Design

The Gorpcore-inspired lifestyle sneaker with technical performance roots gets a fresh new look for Spring 2026.

Rear view of a beige and gray Brooks running shoe against a yellow background.

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By Hayley Helms

Published May 4, 2026

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Updated May 4, 2026

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Trail running is officially mainstream in 2026, but just twenty-odd years ago, it was still niche … and so was the gear developed for it.

When Brooks introduced the Cascadia back in 2004, it blurred the line between road and trail, helping bring off-road running to a much wider audience.

Beige and gray Brooks running shoes with rugged soles and laces on a light surface. — The purpose-built trail running shoe, developed in collaboration with ultra-running legend Scott Jurek, is reimagined as a lifestyle stunner.

Revived in 2025 as a lifestyle silhouette with deep performance roots, the Cascadia 1 returns for 2026 with a fresh aesthetic update.

A legacy, reborn

The Cascadia 1 was one of the first silhouettes that Brooks brought back when the brand debuted its lifestyle line in 2025, a logical move as retro-leaning performance runners continue to dominate the space.

Sporty, nostalgia-coded runners as lifestyle shoes have never been more popular, and the Cascadia 1’s heritage brings dimension and depth to the style that other shoes can’t claim.

Pair of pink and purple Brooks running shoes with orange and brown accents and rugged soles. — The Cascadia 1 quickly became known for its durability, innovation and style.

The Godfather of trail runners helped catapult the then-niche sport into broad popularity in the early aughts, and its outdoor DNA and Gorpcore aesthetics now make it perfectly primed for 2026.

Top view of beige and gray mesh running shoes with cream laces and "Brooks Running" insoles. — Design details pay homage to the 2004 original, while the Cascadia 1’s fresh aesthetics remain rooted in 2026.

The Cascadia 1’s latest iteration arrives in two striking new colorways: Rock Ridge/Gravel and Woodrose/Roan Rogue.

Chunky trail running shoe in shades of mauve, purple, orange, and mustard with textured sole and mesh upper. — The new shoe retains its rugged DNA, with upgraded foam plus a protective rock shield.

Rock Ridge is a masterclass in neutrals, pairing a tonal a cream upper with muted grey overlays.

Woodrose/Roan Rogue takes a more vibrant approach, blending burgundy and deep mahogany overlays with hits of burnt orange and peach.

Light pink and maroon textured rubber outsole of a running shoe with "Pivot" and "Brooks" branding. — The grippy outsole helps maintain the Cascadia 1’s ready-for-anything silhouette.

While the lighter palette of Rock Ridge/Gravel might feel out of place on the trail (where it wouldn’t stay clean for long) both colorways are ideal for a lifestyle context, showing off the Cascadia 1’s mix of premium materials and street-ready style.

Availability and pricing

The Cascadia 1 is available now on Brooks’ website, retailing for $140.

Beige and gray mesh and suede athletic sneaker with thick sole and lace-up closure.

Brooks Cascadia 1

$140 at Brooks Running

About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

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