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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.

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
Vans Sk8-Mid Reissue Black Red Shoes Mid Top Leisure Skate Wear-resistant Non-Slip VN0A3TKQUCR
Vans Sk8-Mid Reissue Black Red Shoes Mid Top Leisure Skate Wear-resistant Non-Slip VN0A3TKQUCR
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
rainbow lace-up sneakers
rainbow lace-up sneakers
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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 different running shoe sizes?
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

Latest reviews

Sneakers Les Chaussures Esca
Sneakers Les Chaussures Esca
Sneakers BOSS Saturn 50474872 10243983 01 Black 007
Sneakers BOSS Saturn 50474872 10243983 01 Black 007
New Balance 54 70 suede sneakers in blue multi colourblock
New Balance 54 70 suede sneakers in blue multi colourblock
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
Sandals ZAXY Complex Sand Plat Ad 17811 Bez Granat 90210 FF285026
Sandals ZAXY Complex Sand Plat Ad 17811 Bez Granat 90210 FF285026
zapatillas de running asfalto talla 27.5 baratas menos de 60
zapatillas de running asfalto talla 27.5 baratas menos de 60
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
Doucals side buckle-fastening ankle boots White
Doucals side buckle-fastening ankle boots White
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
heart toe-ring sandals
Puma Disperse XT Grønne og gule sneakers
Puma Disperse XT Grønne og gule sneakers

Popular reviews

zapatillas de running Zoot talla 37
zapatillas de running Zoot talla 37
Sostenible New balance Zapatillas Running Arishi v2 GS Ancho
Sostenible New balance Zapatillas Running Arishi v2 GS Ancho
Scholls Sync Oxford Mens Shoes
Scholls Sync Oxford Mens Shoes
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Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
RE DONE 90s High-Top-Sneakers Nude
RE DONE 90s High-Top-Sneakers Nude
Filling Pieces Mens Crease Runner Wind Sneakers in All White
Filling Pieces Mens Crease Runner Wind Sneakers in All White
Fila mb mens shoes black-jelly bean-lemon 1bm01264-041
Fila mb mens shoes black-jelly bean-lemon 1bm01264-041
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
GEL-Netburner 20 Womens Netball Shoes
adidas Terrex AX4 Mid Goretex Hiking Boots
adidas Terrex AX4 Mid Goretex Hiking Boots

Testing process

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
2. Jil Sander platform-sole slip-on sneakers Black.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. platform-sole Chelsea boots Nero.
How we test - Wear test
4. Air Jordan 1 Low University Gold Sneakers.
How we test - No bias
5. Nice silver wide fit shoes.
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