Run easier, longer & recover better. This hi-tech compression shirt is ready to go the extra mile with you. Made with Salomon’s Smart Skin fabric, the tight-fitting tee, and the entire EXO line, promotes circulation while providing postural support for your muscles. A honeycomb grid provides the support, while space in between allows for ventilation. And, as you would expect, the rest of the tee is made to wick moisture away from the body. All seams are flat locked for comfort and to reduce chaffing. [...]

We introduced the Cascadia 6 last month before they were released. Brooks was nice enough to send us a pair to put through their paces and see if they’re as good on the trail as they are on paper. We compare them to last years Cascadia 5, our go-to Adidas cross trainers, and begin long-term durability testing.

Read on for our detailed first-look at the Brooks Cascadia 6 [...]

New for 2011, Brooks introduces its top-of-the-line trail running shoe – the Cascadia 6. One of several improvements this year is the addition of their DNA padding material in the heel & forefoot. This allows the cushioning to change depending on the weight & speed of the runner. More traction has been added to the outer sole to decrease slippage on up or downhill runs, and an additional crash pad added in the rear to lessen the impact on heel strike. Profile height has also been decreased and overall weight reduced by an ounce. Carried over from the Cascadia 5 is the now visible ballistic rock shield in the forefoot. The foot support that the Cascadia provides while still light-weight is a great combination. If you’re in the market for new shoes this season, you should definitely check these out when they hit store shelves in February. [...]