900+ ESS shoes reviewed and cut in half

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Guides

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

The 77A003449Y099998U301 guide to running shoe foams
The 77A003449Y099998U301 guide to running shoe foams
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Why cutting running ESS shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
The STEVE of heel counters in running ESS shoes
The STEVE of heel counters in running ESS shoes
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Hide&Jack crocodile-effect low-top sneakers Nude
Hide&Jack crocodile-effect low-top sneakers Nude
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All you need to know about rockered running ESS shoes
Devold Running Merino Ankle Sock
How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ ODLO reality in running ESS shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running ESS shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running ESS 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?

Latest reviews

Altra Torin 8
Altra Torin 8
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Nike Vaporfly 4
Nike Vaporfly 4
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
Asics EvoRide Womens Running ESS shoes
Asics EvoRide Womens Running ESS shoes
Ankle Boots Eshe aus Leder
Ankle Boots Eshe aus Leder
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Dolce & Gabbana logo-patch lace-up sneakers Neutrals
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
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Brooks Launch 11
Brooks Launch 11

Popular reviews

ZERØGRAND Radiant Sneakers
ZERØGRAND Radiant Sneakers
ASICS Novablast 5
ASICS Novablast 5
Brooks Glycerin Max
Brooks Glycerin Max
Lace-up ESS shoes Medallion toe Flat heel Very thin sole Contrast details
Lace-up ESS shoes Medallion toe Flat heel Very thin sole Contrast details
Pablo platform sole sneakers
Pablo platform sole sneakers
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24
Sandales adidas Water Sandal I GW0390 Rose Tone Cloud White Rose Tone
Sandales adidas Water Sandal I GW0390 Rose Tone Cloud White Rose Tone
Ankle boots LASOCKI WI16-CORA-13 Black
Ankle boots LASOCKI WI16-CORA-13 Black
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
Nike LeBron 19 Purple Teal Men's Basketball ESS shoes
A closer look at Sofia Richie s and Scott Disick s ESS shoes
A closer look at Sofia Richie s and Scott Disick s ESS shoes

Dolce & Gabbana logo-patch lace-up sneakers Neutrals | Testing process

How we test - Cut in half
1. We cut ESS shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
How we test - 20 parameters
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How we test - Comparing the results
3. Sneakers BIG STAR FF274889 Pink.
How we test - Wear test
4. We also wear test ESS shoes in their appropriate settings.
How we test - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the ESS shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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