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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 shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
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shoe in 1949
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Zip Side Detail Chelsea Boots
Zip Side Detail Chelsea Boots
black logo ankle boots
black logo ankle boots
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?

Latest reviews

Altra Torin 8
Altra Torin 8
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Nike Streakfly 2
square-toe 75mm ankle boots
square-toe 75mm ankle boots
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
Sponge Derby Shoes
Sponge Derby Shoes
New Balance MT10
New Balance MT10
Hi Retro White Noble Green Men Casual Lifestyle Shoe
Hi Retro White Noble Green Men Casual Lifestyle Shoe
You want a shoe with a padded tongue and collar for extreme comfort
You want a shoe with a padded tongue and collar for extreme comfort
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
Niobium Boot silhouette
Niobium Boot silhouette

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Hoka Bondi 9
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Brooks Glycerin Max
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Brooks Ghost 16
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Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
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Air 5 Low Golf sneakers White

Testing process

How to Rock Over-the-Knee Boots in the Summer - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
How to Rock Over-the-Knee Boots in the Summer - 20 parameters
2. santoni black chunky boots.
How to Rock Over-the-Knee Boots in the Summer - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
How to Rock Over-the-Knee Boots in the Summer - Wear test
4. A well-built shoe that is worth every penny is what you are after.
How to Rock Over-the-Knee Boots in the Summer - No bias
5. Sneakers SPRANDI MP40-20505Z Black.
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