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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.

still pretty good at this sneaker thing
still pretty good at this sneaker thing
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Rafael Nadals French Open Nike Tennis Sneakers
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
Sneakers PUMA Rs-2k Internet Exploring 373309 02 Dark Shadow Fluo Green
Sneakers PUMA Rs-2k Internet Exploring 373309 02 Dark Shadow Fluo Green
All you need to know about rockered running shoes
All you need to know about rockered running shoes
Balenciaga Triple S Trainers White Chunky Sneakers Shoes 536737W09O31081
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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Testing process

Shoes GINO ROSSI Lino MP2885-TWO-BWBG-2525-T 82 82 - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Shoes GINO ROSSI Lino MP2885-TWO-BWBG-2525-T 82 82 - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Shoes GINO ROSSI Lino MP2885-TWO-BWBG-2525-T 82 82 - Comparing the results
3. Heres a closer look at the Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star High Top Sneakers.
Shoes GINO ROSSI Lino MP2885-TWO-BWBG-2525-T 82 82 - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Shoes GINO ROSSI Lino MP2885-TWO-BWBG-2525-T 82 82 - No bias
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