900+ chunky shoes reviewed and cut in half

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14 bought and to be tested

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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.

The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
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Why cutting running chunky shoes in half is key to measuring midsole NEW
zapatillas de trail running de la marca japonesa más ligera y veloz
zapatillas de trail running de la marca japonesa más ligera y veloz
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Sandals RYŁKO 7NBD3_T3 Rudy 06
Sandals RYŁKO 7NBD3_T3 Rudy 06
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All you need to know about rockered running chunky shoes
KIDS KIDS chunky shoes 25-39 SLIPPERS
How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running chunky shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running chunky shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running chunky 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

Nike Air Zoom Structure 24 Men's Running chunky shoes
Nike Air Zoom Structure 24 Men's Running chunky shoes
Nike Streakfly 2
Nike Streakfly 2
Nike Vaporfly 4
Nike Vaporfly 4
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
Hailey Baldwins chic shoe moments
Hailey Baldwins chic shoe moments
Sabates Running Solana 2
Sabates Running Solana 2
Sandals RIEKER 61661-80A White
Sandals RIEKER 61661-80A White
Adidas Supernova Rise 2
Adidas Supernova Rise 2
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
Khaite pointed toe ankle boots
Khaite pointed toe ankle boots

Popular reviews

Bondi-L bevelled heel sneakers
Bondi-L bevelled heel sneakers
the chunky shoes are good
the chunky shoes are good
Brooks Glycerin Max
Brooks Glycerin Max
ribbed lace-up sneakers
ribbed lace-up sneakers
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
Cindy crystal-embellished sandals
Cindy crystal-embellished sandals
Brooks Ghost Max 2
Brooks Ghost Max 2
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
grey slingback chunky shoes
Brooks Glycerin 22
Brooks Glycerin 22

Testing process

zapatillas de running Scarpa neutro - Cut in half
1. We cut chunky shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
zapatillas de running Scarpa neutro - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
zapatillas de running Scarpa neutro - Comparing the results
3. Ermenegildo Zegna XXX pebbled-texture slip-on sneakers.
zapatillas de running Scarpa neutro - Wear test
4. We also wear test chunky shoes in their appropriate settings.
zapatillas de running Scarpa neutro - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the chunky shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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