Karhu Footwear

Fluid3 Fulcrum Running Shoe - Women's

The Karhu Women's Fluid3 Fulcrum smooths your stride to reduce wasted movement, economizing your running efforts so you can go farther and faster without expending additional energy. The fulcrum in the middle sends you forward, not upward, so you're not frittering away effort bouncing up and down like a cracked-out Easter bunny. Whether you're jogging with gal-pals, training hard with your frenemy for another finish line showdown, or pushing the stroller at a really fast walk, the Fluid3 helps you flow through the workout with ease.

Open air mesh on top lets your tootises breathe while feeling softer than butter. Synthetic overlays get welded on for seam-free support. The collar lining is cushy, cuddles your ankle, and sucks up sweat so your Achilles isn't rubbed raw after a long run. The EVA insole starts softening your steps and can come out if you prefer a custom-molded insert.

The internal pivot is what makes the Fluid3 stand out from the crowd of cushy, neutrally oriented running shoes. A 57-durometer EVA fulcrum smooths and speeds up your foot's transition from heel to toe. Your gait cycle, regardless of whether you hit heel or midfoot first, flows like water for hitch-free, efficient movements. Injection-molded EVA in the midsole eases the effect of impact, and the blended rubber sole stays strong whether you're on the road or exploring a hard-packed dirt path.