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We go down the rabbit hole when it comes to running shoe technologies, features, and lab tests. See all our in-depth guides.

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May 105 mm Sandal
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Gia Borghini Rain Boots
Gia Borghini Rain Boots
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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nike flight bonafide shoes nike zoom flight bonafide grey white 917742 002 shoes super deals
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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
Other Nike running shoes
How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running shoes
In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

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Nike Vaporfly 4
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Inov8 Trailtalon
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sapphire ankle boots
New Balance MT10
New Balance MT10
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
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Adidas Supernova Rise 2
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New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
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Brooks Launch 11

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Testing process

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1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
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2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
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3. Boot femme sty.
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4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Lacoste striped sneaker - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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