Karhu

Strong 5

Strong 5
Daily trainer · Neutral · Road

Shoe details

Release
2017
MSRP
$150

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Good (67/100)

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Overall

Good (67/100)

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Good (67/100)

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Value

Good (69/100)

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Good (69/100)

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Durability

Good (68/100)

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Good (68/100)

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Comfort

Good (66/100)

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Good (66/100)

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Cushioning

Below average (61/100)

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Below average (61/100)

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Appearance

Below average (60/100)

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Below average (60/100)

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Shoe properties
Type
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Daily trainer
Pronation
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
Stack
Drop
7mm
Release
2017
2017
2024 Q2 Newest
MSRP
$150
$140 Lower MSRP
$200
Best price
$149.99
Ratings
Overall
Below average (23%)
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Comfort
Bottom tier (19%)
Exceptional (99%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Bottom tier (9%)
Exceptional (99%) Best cushioning
Durability
Below average (22%)
Exceptional (99%) Best durability
Appearance
Bottom tier (7%)
Excellent (96%) Best appearance
Value
Below average (23%)
Very good (85%) Best value
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