On Sunday the 16th November, we joined forces with HWF Fitness and the Stay Dialled Run Club for a Karhu Demo Event! It was great to collaborate with two local run groups to host what was arguably Bedminster’s biggest ever social run!? Plus we got Karhu involved to demo three great shoes!

A big thank you to Michael from Karhu for bringing along so many shoes for us to test and to the HWF Fitness and Stay Dialled Run Club leaders for co-leading the runs! There were two run options, a 5km and an 8km around the harbour. We demoed the Karhu Mestari 1.5 and Ikoni 3.0 shoes and everyone who attended received a pair to test.

We met at the HWF Fitness gym here in Bedminster where everyone had the chance to pick up a pair of shoes to test. Once everyone was kitted out in the latest Karhu trainers we set off on the run. It was a nice morning for it and everyone was in good spirits. We ended the run at Boona Boona coffee shop for some well-deserved post-run coffee and pastries from another local Bedminster business!

Founded in Finland in 1916, Karhu has a rich heritage rooted in over a century of craftsmanship, innovation and a deep love for running. The brand is able to blend tradition and innovation through honouring its history while pushing the boundaries of design and technology. Karhu translates to “bear” in Finnish which symbolises the brand’s strength, resilience and enduring commitment to quality and performance.

Karhu established themselves as a trusted brand and pioneer in the running industry through ground-breaking innovations like the air-cushioned midsole and “bear claw” outsole. More recent signature features include the Fulcrum technology and Synchron lacing system which are engineered to enhance natural movement and promote a more efficient, enjoyable running experience.

At Kinisi Run Hub we stock various models of running shoes from Karhu including the Mestari 1.5 and Ikoni 3.0 which are the ones we trialled at the event. These are Karhu’s go-to everyday road running shoes.

The Karhu Mestari 1.5 is Karhu’s max cushion, smooth and stable, everyday trainer that delivers Comfort in Motion with every step. A premium running experience is delivered through a higher stack height, more toe spring and an increase of AeroFoam cushioning. Combined with Karhu’s signature rolling effect this creates a perfect blend of softness, support and energy return. A luxurious on-foot feel is created from the IdealKnit mesh that allows plenty of stretch in the toe box while securely hugging the midfoot. Enjoy a plush and efficient ride in a modern, stylish silhouette. 

The Karhu Ikoni 3.0 is Karhu’s most balanced all-purpose daily trainer that facilitates a smooth and guided running experience. A balanced ride with guidance and cushioning is delivered through a higher stack height and softer midsole. A deflection channel and increased rubber coverage on the outsole complete the stable Fulcrum midsole to improve stability, traction and stamina. The supple, brindle patterned IdealKnit mesh upper and modern, flared heel counter enhance fit and on-foot comfort. Enjoy the finely-tuned blend of support and efficiency designed for logging easy, everyday miles.

Once again thank you very much to both Karhu and HWF Fitness and Stay Dialled Run Club for collaborating with us for our Karhu Demo Event trialling two of our best selling shoes from a historic brand. Kinisi Run Hub are proud to work with such great brands and support so many amazing local running clubs!

We are already planning more events with HWF Fitness and Stay Dialled Run Club so stay tuned for updates!