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Karhu Fusion 5.0 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 6

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

Specs for Karhu Fusion 5.0 and Saucony Endorphin Speed 6
SpecKarhu Fusion 5.0Saucony Endorphin Speed 6
Type Tempo / speed Tempo / speed
Support Neutral Neutral
Heel-to-toe drop 6 mm 8 mm
Heel stack 33 mm 38 mm
Weight 280 g 233 g
Carbon plate No No
Wide width available Yes Yes
Price ~$170.00 ~$180.00

Which should you pick?

Karhu

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On the specs above it doesn’t pull ahead, so choose on fit, feel or price.

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Saucony

Pick the Endorphin Speed 6 if…

  • you want the lighter one: 233 g vs 280 g
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Specs from the makers’ own pages: Karhu, Saucony.

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