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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.

DIY Triple S Sneaker
DIY Triple S Sneaker
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Why CLB090 running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Camper padded flip-flop sandals
Camper padded flip-flop sandals
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
The definitive guide to running shoe breathability
The definitive guide to running shoe breathability
Maison Margiela Herren Leder Sneakers Schuhe-Gr
Maison Margiela Herren Leder Sneakers Schuhe-Gr
favorite Lisa Otk Boot in Espresso
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?

Latest reviews

Hiking Boots DEEZEE WS5017-04 Black
Hiking Boots DEEZEE WS5017-04 Black
adidas Tensaur 2 Infants Sneakers
adidas Tensaur 2 Infants Sneakers
Nike Vaporfly 4
Nike Vaporfly 4
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
RAG & BONE QUEST ANKLE BOOTS
RAG & BONE QUEST ANKLE BOOTS
PL2 ankle boots
PL2 ankle boots
zapatillas de running Joma pronador constitución fuerte pie normal entre 60 y 100
zapatillas de running Joma pronador constitución fuerte pie normal entre 60 y 100
Waithe wearing Fear of God sneakers at a screening of Dear White People season 2
Waithe wearing Fear of God sneakers at a screening of Dear White People season 2
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
Xero Shoes Aqua X Sport Trail Running Shoes
PUMA teams up with long-running American children's television series
PUMA teams up with long-running American children's television series

Popular reviews

Adding a glossy touch to a hiking boot
Adding a glossy touch to a hiking boot
ASICS Novablast 5
ASICS Novablast 5
Zendaya launching her first shoe line
Zendaya launching her first shoe line
Sapatilhas de running Nike Air Zoom Vomero 15 para mulher Branco
Sapatilhas de running Nike Air Zoom Vomero 15 para mulher Branco
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
Snow Boots KEEN Winterport Neo Dt Wp 1025586 Steel Grey Brilliant Blue
Snow Boots KEEN Winterport Neo Dt Wp 1025586 Steel Grey Brilliant Blue
Timberland mens harbor racer casual sneakers white leather 54098
Timberland mens harbor racer casual sneakers white leather 54098
A shoe with a street-style and court-inspired look
A shoe with a street-style and court-inspired look
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
of running shoesId put it in the ballpark of 50 different pairs
Boots Lacets 25216-27-botte
Boots Lacets 25216-27-botte

Testing process

Any pair of shoes over 7 years old may or may not be suitable for wear - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Any pair of shoes over 7 years old may or may not be suitable for wear - 20 parameters
2. running economy better in FiveFingers than in conventional shoes.
Any pair of shoes over 7 years old may or may not be suitable for wear - Comparing the results
3. Does this mean that the Yeezy basketball shoes are coming soon.
Any pair of shoes over 7 years old may or may not be suitable for wear - Wear test
4. Lavo and The Shoe Surgeon Collaborate On Sneakers.
Any pair of shoes over 7 years old may or may not be suitable for wear - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no spotlight.
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