Cascadia 16

Cascadia 16 Trail Runner | Oyster Mushroom / Alloy / Orange

Built for the Trail. Born for Nepal.

Overview

Not every shoe is made for where you run. This one is. The Cascadia 16 in Oyster Mushroom, Alloy, and Orange is a serious trail running shoe for serious terrain — and in a country where the trails go from Shivapuri ridgelines to Langtang river crossings, serious is the only option worth considering.

This isn't a hype purchase. This is a gear decision.

Why This Colorway Works Here

The oyster and alloy tones aren't just aesthetic — they're almost camouflaged against Nepal's rocky, earthy trail palette. Where neon shoes look borrowed from a different landscape, this colorway belongs. The orange accent isn't decoration either — on exposed ridges and low-visibility mountain mornings, that flash of color is a genuine safety feature.

It looks like it was designed with the Himalayas in mind. It might as well have been.

Performance Features

• Outsole: Aggressive multi-directional lug pattern for grip on wet rock, loose gravel, muddy switchbacks, and everything in between

• Midsole: Nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 cushioning — responsive underfoot without sacrificing ground feel

• Upper: Engineered mesh with welded overlays — breathable on the climb, protective on the descent

• Rock Plate: Integrated TrailTack rubber protection shields against sharp rocks and uneven terrain

• Fit: Secure heel lock with a roomy toe box — your foot stays planted even when the trail isn't

Built For

• Weekend trail runners tackling Shivapuri, Nagarjun, and Phulchowki

• Trekkers who want running shoe responsiveness on multi-day routes

• Anyone who has ruined a road shoe on a Nepali trail and learned their lesson

The Terrain Test

Muddy switchbacks after monsoon rain? ✓ Rocky ridgelines above 3,000m? ✓ River crossings on the Annapurna Circuit? ✓ Looking like you know what you're doing at the Shivapuri trailhead? ✓

Sizing & Fit

Trail runners typically size up half a size for longer descents — gives your toes room and prevents black nails on steep downhills. Limited sizes available.

What's Included

• Shoes (pair)

• Original box

• Tags as pictured

• Detail photos available on request

Origin Note

Premium quality Nepali-made product, crafted to mirror the original silhouette, construction, and performance specs. Priced for the Nepali trail community — not international retail markup.

"The mountain doesn't care about your shoes. But your knees do."