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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.

Tom Sachs sneaker
Tom Sachs sneaker
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Boots VAGABOND Grace 4828-150-20 Black
Boots VAGABOND Grace 4828-150-20 Black
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Functies 42k running Race Riem
Functies 42k running Race Riem
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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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Square Sneaker 70102-73 TAUPE shoes
Square Sneaker 70102-73 TAUPE shoes
Rick Owens DRKSHDW distressed-effect high-top sneakers
Rick Owens DRKSHDW distressed-effect high-top sneakers
Latest Style Womens Puma Suede Classic Sandals Pink White 352634-01 Summer Sandals Slippers
Latest Style Womens Puma Suede Classic Sandals Pink White 352634-01 Summer Sandals Slippers
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
Scarpin My Shoes
Scarpin My Shoes
New Balance MT10
New Balance MT10
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
Our Favorite Shoe Moments
Our Favorite Shoe Moments
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
Boots CARINII B4509 N 360-000-PSK-C47
Brooks Launch 11
Brooks Launch 11

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Sandals SOLO FEMME 75509-11-020 000-05-00 Czarny
Sandals SOLO FEMME 75509-11-020 000-05-00 Czarny
Nike Honors The Late With His Own Sneaker
Nike Honors The Late With His Own Sneaker
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New balance 650 pink white kid junior preschool casual shoes sandals yo650ae m
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Stretch sock boot
truly wacky Solarsoft sandals
truly wacky Solarsoft sandals
Puma Mirage Sport AS Puma White Puma Black High Risk Red Mens Lifestyle Sneakers
Puma Mirage Sport AS Puma White Puma Black High Risk Red Mens Lifestyle Sneakers
Brooks Ghost Max 2
Brooks Ghost Max 2
Odlo Running & Training Men's Windproof Jacket
Odlo Running & Training Men's Windproof Jacket
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
A closer look at Janelle Monaes black sandals
Brooks Glycerin 22
Brooks Glycerin 22

Testing process

Saint Laurent Leather Niki Tall Leather Boot - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do faithful tests.
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2. Asics gt-ii mens glacier grey blue low casual athletic lifestyle sneakers shoes.
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3. Tabitha Simmons Eve sandal.
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4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
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5. Sneakers PEPE JEANS Adams Archive Boys PBS30434 Lagoon 539.
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