Brooks Mazama

87 / 100 based on 23 expert reviews

• E

  Ethan Newberry

  Level 5 expert

  75 / 100 | The Ginger Runner

  I was pleasantly surprised by the Brooks Mazama. This thing is a speedy little beast ready for some gnarly technical, fast trail running. Built with speed in mind, the responsive and fairly reduced midsole is great at propelling you up or down a mountain with relative ease.
  Ethan Newberry

  Level 5 expert (31 or more reviews)

  76 reviews - average score 75/100

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    60
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    65
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    75
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    80
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• 

  Mayayo Oxigeno

  Level 2 expert

  82 / 100 | Mayayo Oxigeno

  It provides stability and guide on uneven terrain.
  Mayayo Oxigeno

  Level 2 expert (3-5 reviews)

  5 reviews - average score 85/100

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• J

  Jeff Valliere

  Level 5 expert

  96 / 100 | Road Trail Run

  The Brooks Mazama is a serious speed demon and screams to go fast. These are geared for racing on just about any terrain, at almost any distance, as they are light, stable, comfortable, well cushioned/protected, have great traction and unprecedented response at toe off.
  Jeff Valliere

  Level 5 expert (31 or more reviews)

  42 reviews - average score 92/100

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• 

  Runner's World

  Level 5 expert

  80 / 100 | Runner's World

  Snug and stiff is how wear-testers described the new Mazama. That may not sound like something you want from your dirt-dancing partner, but it works well at full-tilt.
  Runner's World

  Level 5 expert (31 or more reviews)

  250 reviews - average score 83/100

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    92
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    85
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    93
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    87
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    80
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    85
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    77
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    80
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    83
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    Mizuno Wave Enigma 5
    80
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    Mizuno Wave Paradox 2
    81
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    Brooks Transcend 3
    87
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    Mizuno Wave Inspire 12
    85
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    Brooks PureFlow 5
    78
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    85
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    76
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    79
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    95
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    90
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    90
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    77
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    90
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    82
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    85
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    85
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    78
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    80
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    80
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    Saucony Virrata 2
    70
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    92
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    84
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    70
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    81
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    87
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    84
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    83
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    81
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    81
• K

  Kevin Fonger

  Level 4 expert

  100 / 100 | Active Gear Review

  While many minimalist shoes tend to skimp on the structural integrity of the shoe and primarily focus on weight, the Brooks Mazama has created the perfect blend of light weight and a shoe that you actually want to wear.
  Kevin Fonger

  Level 4 expert (15-30 reviews)

  20 reviews - average score 88/100

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    90
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    84
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    96
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    100
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    100
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    70
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    95
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    80
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    76
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    88
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    76
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    Merrell All Out Peak
    96
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    85
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    88
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    86
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    88
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    82
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    86
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    88
• B

  Brian Metzler

  Level 4 expert

  95 / 100 | Triathlete

  It’s a stable-riding shoe that serves up amazing proprioceptive “feel” for the trail while still having enough foam and protection (including a forefoot plate) against roots, rocks and other obstacles. It’s light and agile, yet it’s willing to be a true mountain mauler in short doses. 
  Brian Metzler

  Level 4 expert (15-30 reviews)

  19 reviews - average score 85/100

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    85
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    84
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    86
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    80
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    89
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    82
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    83
• A

  Adam Chase

  Level 4 expert

  83 / 100 | Running Competitor

  It’s a stable-riding shoe that serves up amazing proprioceptive “feel” for the trail while still having enough foam and protection (including a forefoot plate) against roots, rocks and other obstacles.
  Adam Chase

  Level 4 expert (15-30 reviews)

  26 reviews - average score 82/100

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    Newton Gravity IV
    88
  • 
    La Sportiva Akasha
    83
  • 
    New Balance Vazee Summit
    85
  • 
    Asics Gel FujiEndurance
    84
  • 
    Salomon Sense Pro 2
    80
  • 
    On Cloudflyer
    84
  • 
    On Cloudcruiser
    80
  • 
    New Balance Vazee Pace
    70
  • 
    Altra Paradigm 1.5
    80
  • 
    Hoka One One Clifton 2
    65
  • 
    Adidas Adizero Boston Boost 6
    80
  • 
    Nike LunarGlide 7
    80
  • 
    Mizuno Wave Enigma 5
    85
  • 
    Brooks Glycerin 13
    75
  • 
    Asics GT 1000 4
    88
  • 
    Saucony Omni 14
    85
• B

  Bryon Powell

  Level 4 expert

  80 / 100 | iRunFar

  The Brooks Mazama looks to be a slicker, faster cousin of the famed Cascadia. Weighing in at 9.3 ounces with a 6mm drop, the stats definitely suggest such. So does the forefoot propulsion plate and some front-to-back rigidity (though maintaining torsional flexibility). 
  Bryon Powell

  Level 4 expert (15-30 reviews)

  23 reviews - average score 81/100

  • 
    Saucony Razor Ice+
    80
  • 
    Salomon Speedtrak
    80
  • 
    Salomon S-Lab XA Alpine
    87
  • 
    Merrell All Out Crush Shield
    80
  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    80
  • 
    Salomon Speedcross 4
    80
  • 
    New Balance Minimus 10 v4
    80
  • 
    Hoka One One Speed Instinct
    80
  • 
    Hoka One One Challenger 2 ATR
    80
  • 
    Hoka One One Clifton 3
    80
  • 
    Altra Lone Peak 3.0
    81
  • 
    Saucony Xodus ISO
    80
  • 
    La Sportiva Akasha
    81
  • 
    La Sportiva Helios 2.0
    82
  • 
    New Balance Vazee Summit
    81
  • 
    Salomon Wings Pro 2
    80
  • 
    New Balance 101
    87
  • 
    La Sportiva Vertical K
    86
  • 
    Altra Olympus 2.0
    82
  • 
    Salomon S-Lab Sense Ultra 5
    80
  • 
    Salomon S-Lab Sense Ultra 5
    82
  • 
    Brooks Cascadia 11
    81
  • 
    Saucony Peregrine 6
    82
• H

  Henry Howard

  Level 3 expert

  100 / 100 | Running Shoes Guru

  It feels light like a road shoe but the sole allows the runner to quickly navigate through dirt, water, sand, rocks and other trail hazards.
  Henry Howard

  Level 3 expert (6-14 reviews)

  9 reviews - average score 79/100

  • 
    The North Face Endurus TR
    90
  • 
    Brooks Mazama 2
    100
  • 
    Salming EnRoute
    80
  • 
    Under Armour Horizon RTT
    80
  • 
    Mizuno Wave Daichi 2
    50
  • 
    Brooks Neuro 2
    60
  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    100
  • 
    Brooks PureGrit 5
    60
  • 
    Saucony Xodus ISO
    90
• R

  Running Northwest

  Level 3 expert

  91 / 100 | Running Northwest

  Having spent several very intimate weeks with the Mazama in the mountains of Japan, I can safely say this is definitely my favorite Brooks trail shoe (sorry Cascadia). It’s lighter at only 9.3oz, has a 6mm offset, features a double layer of mess in the upper (which can be a little inflexible), and finishes with a sole that is sticky and has decently grippy bi-directional lugs.
  Running Northwest

  Level 3 expert (6-14 reviews)

  10 reviews - average score 84/100

  • 
    Altra Escalante 1.5
    93
  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    91
  • 
    Saucony Ride 9
    88
  • 
    Brooks Cascadia 10
    90
  • 
    Altra Lone Peak 2.0
    86
  • 
    Altra Lone Peak 2.0
    86
  • 
    Hoka One One Clayton
    85
  • 
    New Balance Fresh Foam Boracay
    60
  • 
    Zoot Solana 2
    84
  • 
    Brooks Launch 3
    80
• D

  Donald Buraglio

  Level 3 expert

  89 / 100 | Feed the Habit

  The Brooks Mazama was built for speed, and it delivers the goods with an ideal combination of protection, comfort, and agility. It’s an excellent choice for trail racing, or working on quick leg turnover on your regular training routes.
  Donald Buraglio

  Level 3 expert (6-14 reviews)

  7 reviews - average score 81/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    89
  • 
    New Balance Vazee Summit
    88
  • 
    La Sportiva Helios SR
    50
  • 
    Altra Instinct 3.5
    80
  • 
    Newton Sir Isaac
    88
  • 
    Vibram FiveFingers Seeya
    79
  • 
    New Balance Minimus Trail v3
    90
• K

  Kintec

  Level 3 expert

  84 / 100 | Kintec

  The Mazama is also a great option for someone who does a combination of road and trail running, as this shoe feels great on concrete and asphalt as well. 
  Kintec

  Level 3 expert (6-14 reviews)

  7 reviews - average score 85/100

  • 
    Brooks Levitate
    100
  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    84
  • 
    Saucony Ride 9
    76
  • 
    Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 33
    81
  • 
    Asics Gel Nimbus 17
    90
  • 
    New Balance Leadville v3
    83
  • 
    Brooks Glycerin 13
    80
• 

  Front Runner

  Level 2 expert

  87 / 100 | Front Runner

  All in all, I'm a huge fan of the Mazama. It's a good shape, feels fast, responsive and accurate. It's light and robust so in my eyes these credentials make it an great shoe!
  Front Runner

  Level 2 expert (3-5 reviews)

  4 reviews - average score 87/100

  • 
    Salomon Sense Ride
    90
  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    87
  • 
    Brooks PureFlow 4
    80
  • 
    Brooks Cascadia 10
    90
• J

  Justin Nyberg

  Level 2 expert

  74 / 100 | Outside Online

  The firm heel and stiff rock plate are a bit much for casual runs or flat terrain, and the long, narrow last put some testers off. But for tearing through technical terrain, the Mazama is straight ninja. 
  Justin Nyberg

  Level 2 expert (3-5 reviews)

  4 reviews - average score 80/100

  • 
    Merrell All Out Crush Shield
    70
  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    74
  • 
    Salomon Speedcross 4
    81
  • 
    Salomon Speedcross 4 GTX
    95
• E

  Eric Schranz

  Level 1 expert

  92 / 100 | REI

   Combine that platform with an independent forefoot and heel, and you’ve got a shoe that offers control and nimbleness on any type of terrain.  The shoe far exceeded my expectations here.
  Eric Schranz

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  1 review - average score 92/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    92
• M

  Milo Pierwola

  Level 1 expert

  90 / 100 | Trek Tech

  Whether you run in the city or on the trails, this has been the most fun shoe that responds well, wears comfortably for a long time, and gives you a spring in your step that just inspires you to go another mile at the last turn home.
  Milo Pierwola

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  2 reviews - average score 89/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    90
  • 
    Brooks PureGrit 5
    87
• C

  Cregg Weinmann

  Level 1 expert

  90 / 100 | Colorado Runner

  The Mazama has a snug, almost racer-like fit, a firm responsive ride, and great traction, which earned it our award for Best Trail Shoe.
  Cregg Weinmann

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  2 reviews - average score 89/100

  • 
    361 Degrees Santiago
    88
  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    90
• N

  Nick

  Level 1 expert

  85 / 100 | Keep Try Review

  In summary the function and practicality in this shoe is great! Its light, provides great support and is durable and well made.
  Nick

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  1 review - average score 85/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    85
• B

  Billy

  Level 1 expert

  84 / 100 | iRun Shop

  One thing you'll notice is that the design of the outer portion of the sole is designed to give it great flexibility, which is perfect for running on technical trails and uneven surfaces.
  Billy

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  1 review - average score 84/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    84
• D

  Dann Albright

  Level 1 expert

  83 / 100 | Mountain Weekly News

  Because of its mesh upper and lack of a Gore-Tex lining, it’s quite a bit lighter than the Ultra Raptor, and will have a more sprightly feel. That being said, it’s still a “rugged trail” shoe, so it’ll give you the grip you need to stay stable on any terrain.
  Dann Albright

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  1 review - average score 83/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    83
• F

  Franc Ramon

  Level 1 expert

  82 / 100 | Pinoy Trails

  If you want to go light and pack some speed on the trails, go for Brooks Mazama. This can be your go to race shoes with sufficient traction for most trail surfaces.
  Franc Ramon

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  1 review - average score 82/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    82
• E

  Emily

  Level 1 expert

  80 / 100 | Trail and Ultra Running

  The protection under foot is solid, but with a lighter tread they are able to be worn on the pavement, if needed.
  Emily

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  1 review - average score 80/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    80
• M

  Melanie

  Level 1 expert

  70 / 100 | Keep Try Review

  The shoe took a little bit of getting used to and felt like the arch was too high for my foot. It is also a little narrower than most shoes I’ve worn in the past but was not uncomfortable.
  Melanie

  Level 1 expert (1-2 reviews)

  1 review - average score 70/100

  • 
    Brooks Mazama
    70