Customer Reviews Brooks Caldera 4

These fit true to size. Cute color, but that is about it with the positive comments. Brooks changed the Caldera 4 quite a bit compared to the Caldera 3, which I still wear. The 4's are too big of a sole, reminds me of a Hoka. They are stiffer as well, so doesn't flex as nicely with my foot. It also has a deeper feel around the heel and comes up too high on my ankle bone now. The 3's are less shoe and don't ride so high on my heel. Already ordered the last pair of Caldera 3's from ZAPPOS because these "new and improved" 4's are going back. Brooks also ruined their Pure Flow shoe with the 7 model; the 6 was awesome and they changed it so much for the 7 that I can't wear those either. I get that companies want to tinker and improve their products, but sometimes less change is better. Thanks ZAPPOS for letting me return these; you guys are the BEST!

I want to update my earlier review because I did not leave enough helpful info about fit and comfort. I normally wear an 8.5 medium in most shoes, sometimes an 8 like in Clark’s but in Brooks I am always a 9. I have a low instep, fallen arches, and sensitive feet, and I need good support while running or walking. Brooks have been my favorite shoe for many years. They are worth every penny. I have the Glycerine model for work as I spend long days on my feet and they have been perfect for cushion while standing. I can fit my orthotics in them easily which is a big plus for this brand. I have the Ghost gore-Tex shoe for walking my dog in wet grass or rain and my feet stay perfectly dry. This is the latest model and I am very happy with these. They are wider than normal in the forefoot but that is ok with me as I prefer more room than not enough. They accommodate orthotics as usual but I can wear these without them because they offer pretty good arch support. This shoe runs stiffer in the sole while still having max cushion which is exactly what I need for running because I need the support for my feet and stability that super flexible shoes don’t offer. I own a few pairs of Hokas and they are comfy but I find they are too corrective and a bit too low of a heel to toe drop for my knees. This model is a kind of in between a Hoka and brooks glycerine. I have worn my new Calderas frequently over the last few months and they are holding up well. Thank you Zappos for years of excellent service, I am a loyal customer for that reason.

I very rarely write reviews..for anything! But, I will make an exception in this case! Awesome, awesome shoes! I have a problem with one foot because of a fused joint, so I have to be somewhat picky with my shoes. These go a long way toward fixing my gait, providing great cushioning, and great arch support. I immediately ordered another color in these, and a pair for my husband, who has a few issues too. Did not want to take these off!

True to fit size, most comfortable shoe I’ve ever had. If you could walk on a cloud this is how it would feel.