The Karhu Fusion Ortix HiVo (higher volume) 2021 for women is a higher cushioning and neutral road shoe that improves on previous editions using innovation like Karhu's camping to create a last/shoe shape that fits real feet, by scanning countless runners over years of data gathering. Expect a comfortable ride, great for new runners looking for comfy going over any distance or perhaps experienced runners for their higher mileage/recovery runs. The heel to toe drop is modest at only 6mm.

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Karhu say: The Fusion Ortix 2021 functions as a high cushion daily trainer with added forefoot protection, a shortened fulcrum, and the addition of a propulsion unit. The midsole combination of the fulcrum and propulsion unit gives the Fusion a plush and energetic ride with a fast transition.

The Fusion works for the neutral of runner ranging from the recreational fitness enthusiast to the performance-driven athlete putting in serious weekly mileage. The Fusion offers a plush yet propulsive ride with a fast turnover.

For 2021, KARHU introduces the Fusion HiVo option! The High Volume version is more than just a wide as it accounts for feet with higher insteps, greater instep girths, flat, and all-around larger-than-average feet. Using the aggregate scan data supplied from retail partners, Karhu constructs a running shoe that accounts for noted differences in data points.

• Higher Volume (HiVo) edition
• Anatomical lacing system for better comfort
• Shortened fulcrum + Propulsion unit for a quick turnover
• Highly cushioned AeroFoam midsole
• Ideal Knit mesh construction for breathability and support
• Seamlessly engineered upper
• Weight:250g
• Drop: 6mm
• Heel: 24mm Toe: 18mm