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Karhu Ikoni 3.5 vs Saucony Guide 19

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

Specs for Karhu Ikoni 3.5 and Saucony Guide 19
SpecKarhu Ikoni 3.5Saucony Guide 19
Type Daily trainer Daily trainer
Support — Stability
Heel-to-toe drop 8 mm 6 mm
Heel stack 30 mm 39 mm
Weight 301 g 278 g
Carbon plate No No
Wide width available Yes Yes
Price ~$155.00 See retailer

Which should you pick?

Karhu

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Saucony

Pick the Guide 19 if…

  • you want the lighter one: 278 g vs 301 g
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Specs from the makers’ own pages: Karhu, Saucony.

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