Tue Apr 3, 2012
Join us to Celebrate the Kick-off of the Karhu Originals Tour 2012

COME SEE WHAT’S INSIDE!
Join us to Celebrate the Kick-off of the
Karhu Originals Tour 2012
Olavi Suomalainen, winner of the 1972 Boston Marathon, will inaugurate the unveiling of our newly redesigned Airstream. This vintage Airstream has been transformed into a mobile exhibition showcasing the evolution of running footwear.
WHEN: SATURDAY APRIL 14, 2012
12:00 noon
Corner of B Street/145 Seaport Blvd. (steps away from the Seaport World Trade Center)
Boston Waterfront
FREE karhu Originals Tour T-shirts to first 20! Goody bags for all.
Visitors can follow the significant moments in Karhu shoe technology and design as we make our way from the track to the street and on into today’s most prestigious races. They will also learn about the long-standing Finnish/American running rivalry, which American’s ran in Karhu shoes, and how the brand’s heritage continues to influence its future.
Throughout 2012, the Karhu Originals Tour will retrace the route taken by Finland’s legendary runners of the 20th century, stopping at races and dealers along the way.
Upcoming Dealer stops: BOSTON
The Tannery
400 Boylston Street in Boston will be hosting a Karhu exhibit in-store April 13th - 15th
At 3 p.m. on Friday, April 13th meet Olavi Suomalainen in the store
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