Brooks Cascadia 17 vs Merrell Moab Speed 2
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Versatile trail shoe with rock plate and DNA Loft cushioning.
Full details →Versatile low-cut hiking shoe with FloatPro midsole and Vibram TC5+ outsole; 13% lighter than Moab 3, ideal for day hikes and light packs (per shoe).
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Brooks Cascadia 17 vs Merrell Moab Speed 2: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Merrell Moab Speed 2 wins — at 329 g it is 301 g (48%) lighter than the Brooks Cascadia 17 (630 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest footwear page, or browse the full gear weight database.