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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
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
Logo Sneaker Trainers Gris
Logo Sneaker Trainers Gris
New Balance 827 "Aimé Leon Dore" sneakers
New Balance 827 "Aimé Leon Dore" sneakers
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

Encuentra zapatillas de running CMP
Encuentra zapatillas de running CMP
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Shoes JENNY FAIRY WYL1715-1 Beige
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Nike Men S Rosherun Nm Running Athletic Training Sneake
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
Rothys The Flip sandals in Tiger
Rothys The Flip sandals in Tiger
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
Daymaster grova sneakers
Daymaster grova sneakers
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
Brooks Launch 11
Brooks Launch 11

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Hoka Bondi 9
Hoka Bondi 9
ASICS Novablast 5
ASICS Novablast 5
Boots SOLO FEMME 14152-AB-K35 000-52-00 Brąz
Boots SOLO FEMME 14152-AB-K35 000-52-00 Brąz
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Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Revolution 5 zapatillas running para mujer
Nike Revolution 5 zapatillas running para mujer
Sneakers BARTEK 15440003 Szary
Sneakers BARTEK 15440003 Szary
Jordan Jordan 6 Rings "Hare" sneakers
Jordan Jordan 6 Rings "Hare" sneakers
Sapatos Youth Shoes
Sapatos Youth Shoes
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
New Balance Fresh Foam X More v5
Reebok Classics Legacy Leren sneakers in zwart
Reebok Classics Legacy Leren sneakers in zwart

Testing process

a pair of shoes and your toiletries - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
a pair of shoes and your toiletries - 20 parameters
2. for Nike KD Sneakers.
a pair of shoes and your toiletries - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
a pair of shoes and your toiletries - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
a pair of shoes and your toiletries - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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