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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 ultimate guide to running shoe foams
The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Asics Baskets Gel Excite 9 noir et gris
Asics Baskets Gel Excite 9 noir et gris
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
All you need to know about rockered running shoes
All you need to know about rockered 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 medio the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?
How much medio the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

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Testing process

Asics Gel Contend 5 Walker - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Asics Gel Contend 5 Walker - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Asics Gel Contend 5 Walker - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Asics Gel Contend 5 Walker - Wear test
4. brand new with original box Asics GEL-KAYANO 28 MK 1012B126-500.
Asics Gel Contend 5 Walker - No bias
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