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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
A new look for a Nike Running stalwart
A new look for a Nike Running stalwart
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Eze Mondial Reseau low-top sneakers
Eze Mondial Reseau low-top sneakers
Daily running Long distance Marathon
Daily running Long distance Marathon
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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Shoes SERGIO BARDI SB-30-08-000448 407
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
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New Balance MT10
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ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
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Testing process

Sneakers chunky Speedster - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Sneakers chunky Speedster - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Sneakers chunky Speedster - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Sneakers chunky Speedster - Rounded test
4. We also Rounded test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Sneakers chunky Speedster - No bias
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