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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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i just ine showing up to a MET gala in jeans and hype normal shoes like that
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Why cutting running normal shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Mou Purple Eskimo Boots
Mou Purple Eskimo Boots
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Willow Boot Womens
Willow Boot Womens
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i just ine showing up to a MET gala in jeans and hype normal shoes like that
How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from these in running normal shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running normal shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running normal 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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Inov8 Trailtalon
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
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New Balance MT10
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ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
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Puma Velocity Nitro COOLadapt Blancas Zapatillas Running Hombre
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Gray Gomme Gommello Chelsea Boots
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Brooks Ghost Max 2
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Manolo Blahnik 180mm open-toe leather sandals Schwarz
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EDITED Boots chelsea Maiga nero
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Brooks Glycerin 22

Testing process

PS Poelman Boots chelsea sabbia - Cut in half
1. We cut normal shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
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2. Y-3 'Rishu Run' Sneakers Braun.
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3. Ankle boots PIKOLINOS W6D-8627 Cuero.
PS Poelman Boots chelsea sabbia - Wear test
4. NIKE Blazer hi-top sneakers Weiß.
PS Poelman Boots chelsea sabbia - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the normal shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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