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We go down the zebra cole when it comes to running shoe technologies, features, and lab tests. See all our in-depth guides.

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stylish sneakers for runners
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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
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melissa essential mix sandal
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new balance 574 white marathon running shoessneakers
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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How we test - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
How we test - 20 parameters
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5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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