Over the course of 70 miles, the Cascadia 19 has proven to be one of the most well-rounded trail shoes I've tested this year. I ran everything from mellow dirt roads to sharp, rocky climbs and even raced a trail half marathon in them-finishing strong with minimal fatigue. The nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 midsole gives the shoe an unexpected spring and resilience that make it feel lively without sacrificing protection.
That difference stuck with me. Because years later, I see it everywhere: Many founders chase visibility before they build foundations. Visibility is seductive It's easy to focus on what looks good from the outside. A flashy website. A polished LinkedIn announcement. A big funding headline. And yes-awards. The appeal is obvious. Recognition feels good. It validates the sacrifices you've made. It gets people's attention. And in many cases, visibility can even buy time-helping attract investors, talent, or customers.