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Karhu Ikoni 3.5 vs Saucony Kinvara 16

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

Specs for Karhu Ikoni 3.5 and Saucony Kinvara 16
SpecKarhu Ikoni 3.5Saucony Kinvara 16
Type Daily trainer Daily trainer
Support — Neutral
Heel-to-toe drop 8 mm 4 mm
Heel stack 30 mm 28 mm
Weight 301 g 206 g
Carbon plate No No
Wide width available Yes No
Price ~$155.00 See retailer

Which should you pick?

Karhu

Pick the Ikoni 3.5 if…

  • you need a wide fit
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Saucony

Pick the Kinvara 16 if…

  • you want the lighter one: 206 g vs 301 g
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Specs from the makers’ own pages: Karhu, Saucony.

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