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

black workout shoes
black workout shoes
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole Rosa
The role of heel counters in running shoes
The role of heel counters in running shoes
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Low Cut Velcro Sneaker T1B4-30481-0732 M Blue 800
Low Cut Velcro Sneaker T1B4-30481-0732 M Blue 800
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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 does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

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Altra Torin 8
Altra Torin 8
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adidas Performance Runfalcon Men's Shoes
adidas Performance Runfalcon Men's Shoes
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
The average weight of mid-top basketball shoes is 14 oz 400 g
The average weight of mid-top basketball shoes is 14 oz 400 g
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
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Nike Womens WMNS Lunarepic Low Flyknit 2 Blue Moon Marathon Running Shoes Sneakers 863780-403
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
Nike SB Dunk Low Lifestyle Shoes
Brooks Launch 11
Brooks Launch 11

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Sandals EVA MINGE EM-45-06-000552 111
Sandals EVA MINGE EM-45-06-000552 111
Running down Embankment at mile 23
Running down Embankment at mile 23
Brooks Glycerin Max
Brooks Glycerin Max
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Puma Oslo Femme Sneaker in Weiß und Salbeigrün
Puma Oslo Femme Sneaker in Weiß und Salbeigrün
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24
Hiker Trail Womens Walking Boots
Hiker Trail Womens Walking Boots
Court high-top sneakers
Court high-top sneakers
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
New Balance Fresh Foam X More v5
Best Shoe Insoles for Plantar Fasciitis
Best Shoe Insoles for Plantar Fasciitis

Testing process

How we test - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
How we test - 20 parameters
2. Nike Renew Serenity Run Zapatillas de running para carretera Mujer Negro.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
How we test - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
How we test - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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