The Escalante 5 trades some of its old zero-drop minimalism for real cushioning via a new CM EVA midsole, becoming a more cushioned, slightly heavier everyday zero-drop trainer while retaining strong value and improved durability at $140.
Best for: Everyday wear and easy-to-moderate zero-drop running for people who liked the Escalante's rounded toe box but want more cushion than the original
+1 earlier review from Run Moore
The Escalante 5's new CM EVA midsole makes it noticeably more cushioned than the 4 despite an identical stack height, with improved durability, for $10 more at $140.
Best for: Everyday wear and easy zero-drop running for people who want more cushion than the original Escalante
