Craft Kype Pro
Craft's legitimate super shoe: nitrogen-infused Pebax foam with a skeletal Arris carbon plate and split-heel geometry, under 7 oz with a firm, highly propulsive ride. A race-day tool for marathoners who prefer a stable, snappy plate feel over marshmallow bounce. The thin outsole raises durability and wet-grip questions, and it is too aggressive for easy days.
Reach for the Craft Kype Pro for race day and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel. That's great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.
- Excellent propulsion with a stable plate feel
- Very light and breathable
- True-to-size fit, a first for Craft racers
- Thin outsole durability concerns
- Firm ride will not suit bounce-lovers
- Premium price
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