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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.

Sandals on the Met Gala Red Carpet
Sandals on the Met Gala Red Carpet
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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
The definitive guide to running shoe breathability
The definitive guide to running shoe breathability
All you need to know about rockered running shoes
All you need to know about rockered running 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 glossy running shoe sizes?
How much does the weight vary across glossy running shoe sizes?

Latest reviews

panelled leather-trim sneakers
panelled leather-trim sneakers
Nike Streakfly 2
Nike Streakfly 2
Maison Margiela ankle-length boots
Maison Margiela ankle-length boots
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
A stylish pair of sneakers that draws the attention of the crowd is what you prefer
A stylish pair of sneakers that draws the attention of the crowd is what you prefer
An outdoor-inspired casual sneaker
An outdoor-inspired casual sneaker
Adidas Supernova Rise 2
Adidas Supernova Rise 2
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
Marsèll Brown Zuccone Ankle Boots
Marsèll Brown Zuccone Ankle Boots

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Hoka Bondi 9
Hoka Bondi 9
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and These Sensual Snakeskin Boots
Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Pegasus 41
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
Officine Creative Karma 1 low-top sneakers
Officine Creative Karma 1 low-top sneakers
Brooks Ghost Max 2
Brooks Ghost Max 2
zapatillas de running ASICS hombre talla 33.5
zapatillas de running ASICS hombre talla 33.5
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
Sostenible New balance Zapatillas Running 520V7
mm slingback stiletto sandals
mm slingback stiletto sandals

Testing process

Itaca cut-out leather sandals - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Itaca cut-out leather sandals - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Itaca cut-out leather sandals - Comparing the results
3. Bag Bugs sneakers.
Itaca cut-out leather sandals - Wear test
4. Limited collection mint green block heel croc sandal in extra wide fit.
Itaca cut-out leather sandals - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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