Karhu
Mestari Sneaker
Mestari Sneaker
Story
International bestselling running shoe makes a comeback
Finnish for “champion,” the Metsari first hit the world stage in 1977. With its patented Air Cushion midsole, it quickly gained popularity among performance athletes and ascended to “international bestseller” status. Fast forward 40+ years to a reimagined, urban version of that same shoe. The nylon base (updated with colorful suede overlays) is emblazoned with the famous M-logo, the only trademark used in running shoes, and the only choice for those who believe some races are never truly finished.
Features
- Reinvented Finnish running shoe for a modern, urban look
- High-performance nylon wicks away moisture and dries quickly
- Colorful suede overlays are a classic 70s call-back
- Synthetic leather M-logo tells the history of this iconic shoe
- Foam footbed with arch support to comfortably hug your foot
- Reflective heel detail for nighttime safety
- Patented Air Cushion midsole reduces knee, pelvis, and back strain
Materials
- Nylon Base
- Suede Overlays
- Synthetic Leather Logo
- Foam Foot Bed
Sizing
- The Karhu Metsari fits true to size, take your normal size in running shoes
- For absolute best personal fit, compare your foot measurements to the chart below
Body Measurements
| US Men’s Size | US Women’s Size | Foot Length |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5½ | 23 |
| 4½ | 6 | 23.4 |
| 5 | 6½ | 23.8 |
| 5½ | 7 | 24.3 |
| 6 | 7½ | 24.6 |
| 6½ | 8 | 25.1 |
| 7 | 8½ | 25.5 |
| 7½ | 9 | 25.9 |
| 8 | 9½ | 26.3 |
| 8½ | 10 | 26.8 |
| 9 | 10½ | 27.2 |
| 10½ | 12 | 28.5 |
| 11 | 12½ | 28.9 |
| 11½ | 13 | 29.3 |
| 12 | - | 29.7 |
| 12½ | - | 30.1 |
| 13 | - | 30.6 |
| 14 | - | 31 |
All measurements are in centimeters.
About Karhu
If you’ve never heard of the “Flying Finn” a quick Google search will land you on the name Paavo Nurmi, the most decorated track athlete in world history. He’s won more Olympic medals than Usain Bolt, setting 22 world records—and he did it all in a pair of Karhus. Meet Finland’s most legendary trainers. These guys have outfitted Finnish athletes for over a century and led the way in running shoe innovation with technologies (like air cushions) that we still see today. In the past couple decades, they’ve brought back all-time classics like the storied Synchron Classic, and we like what we’re seein’. Staying true to their running roots, they use the same innovative tech and bold Finnish design for an old-school trainer that even the most distinguished sneakerheads approve of.
