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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
Courtesy of Palm Beach Sandals
Courtesy of Palm Beach Sandals
All you need to know about rockered running shoes
All you need to know about rockered running shoes
Nice sports shoes
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

Miniskirt & Star-Studded Western Boots
Miniskirt & Star-Studded Western Boots
Catena stiletto sandals
Catena stiletto sandals
Nike Vaporfly 4
Nike Vaporfly 4
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance MT10
New Balance MT10
Golden Goose Super-Star Double Quarter sneakers
Golden Goose Super-Star Double Quarter sneakers
La mise à jour de la running de 1980
La mise à jour de la running de 1980
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
Black Knee Wellington Boots
Black Knee Wellington Boots

Popular reviews

Wide Fit Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals
Wide Fit Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals
Senso Danger II ankle boots
Senso Danger II ankle boots
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Brooks Glycerin Max
Tênis Try Way Running TW22-PG10 Marinho Branco
Tênis Try Way Running TW22-PG10 Marinho Branco
Ace Bee Embroidered Black Sneaker
Ace Bee Embroidered Black Sneaker
Casadei stitched stiletto heel sandals
Casadei stitched stiletto heel sandals
Nike grabbed headlines with the shoe
Nike grabbed headlines with the shoe
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
Other shoe-super stars in the family are Kendall
Brooks Glycerin 22
Brooks Glycerin 22

Testing process

Kyra Boot 85 - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Kyra Boot 85 - 20 parameters
2. Philipp Plein logo-plaque ankle boots.
Kyra Boot 85 - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Kyra Boot 85 - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Kyra Boot 85 - No bias
5. The shoe has a suede upper with a nylon quarter and perforated toe area.
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