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Brooks Glycerin Max 2 vs Karhu Mestari Run 2.0

The specs that matter for triathlon, side by side, from each maker’s own published figures.

Specs for Brooks Glycerin Max 2 and Karhu Mestari Run 2.0
SpecBrooks Glycerin Max 2Karhu Mestari Run 2.0
Type Max cushion Max cushion
Support Neutral Stability
Heel-to-toe drop 6 mm 8 mm
Heel stack 45 mm 34 mm
Weight 320.3 g 340 g
Carbon plate No No
Wide width available No Yes
Price ~$200.00 ~$180.00

Which should you pick?

Brooks

Pick the Glycerin Max 2 if…

  • you want the lighter one: 320.3 g vs 340 g
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Karhu

Pick the Mestari Run 2.0 if…

  • you need a wide fit
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Specs from the makers’ own pages: Brooks, Karhu.

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