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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.

Li-Ning LiNing Womens WMNS No Boundry Black Athletic Shoes AFJN018-3
Li-Ning LiNing Womens WMNS No Boundry Black Athletic Shoes AFJN018-3
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Scarpa bassa uproot women sneakers
Under Armour Tênis Trail Running Charged Bandit Trail 2
Under Armour Tênis Trail Running Charged Bandit Trail 2
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Sneakers TOMMY JEANS Technical Flexi Sneaker EN0EN01359 White YBR
Sneakers TOMMY JEANS Technical Flexi Sneaker EN0EN01359 White YBR
Caledonian two-tone sneakers Grigio
Caledonian two-tone sneakers Grigio
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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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Sneakers Carina 2.0 385849 08 Puma White White Island Pink
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zapatillas de running New Balance amortiguación media talla 38.5
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
Nike Air Monarch Iv 4e Wide Black Sneakers Shoes Men S 11.5-12
Nike Air Monarch Iv 4e Wide Black Sneakers Shoes Men S 11.5-12
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Dc Shoes Giacca Haven
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ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
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New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
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nike dunk hi sneakers

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Womens Hobbs Black Ankle Boots
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zapatillas de running Nike hombre tope amortiguación talla 49.5

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. Common Projects foil-print low-top sneakers Bianco.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Brown Summer Sandal.
How we test - Wear test
4. Gap Glitter Sandal.
How we test - No Sporty
5. No Sporty: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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