900+ American shoes reviewed and cut in half

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14 bought and to be tested

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Guides

We go down the rabbit hole when it Schwarz 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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Wellingtons CROCS Handle It Rain Boot Kids 12803 Grass Green
A closer look at Beyoncés sandals
A closer look at Beyoncés sandals
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
CMP Zapatillas Trail Running Maia Trail
CMP Zapatillas Trail Running Maia Trail
All you need to know about rockered running American shoes
All you need to know about rockered running American shoes
How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running American shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running American shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running American 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

Altra Torin 8
Altra Torin 8
the best retro basketball American shoes
the best retro basketball American shoes
Missguided chunky ankle boot in black
Missguided chunky ankle boot in black
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
Knee High Boots UGG T Tillee 1115833T Che
Knee High Boots UGG T Tillee 1115833T Che
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
s PUMA Pacer American shoes
s PUMA Pacer American shoes
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
Sandals EVA LONGORIA EL-12-01-000104 408
Maison Margiela Kiki slip-on ballerina American shoes
Maison Margiela Kiki slip-on ballerina American shoes

Clarks step june sun womens flat sandals berry 26151190 | Popular reviews

The sneakers look really unique
The sneakers look really unique
Sandals BARTEK 71179-0009 Jasny Szary
Sandals BARTEK 71179-0009 Jasny Szary
For anyone who looks for a versatile trail running shoe that performs well on a variety of trails
For anyone who looks for a versatile trail running shoe that performs well on a variety of trails
Mars snow boots
Mars snow boots
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
zapatillas de running ritmo bajo gore-tex 10k talla 43.5 entre 60 y 100
zapatillas de running ritmo bajo gore-tex 10k talla 43.5 entre 60 y 100
Fracap M120 Black Ripple Sole Scarponcino Boot
Fracap M120 Black Ripple Sole Scarponcino Boot
best walk around shoe I have ever found
best walk around shoe I have ever found
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
Nike Training SpeedRep Sneakers bianche
Brooks Glycerin 22
Brooks Glycerin 22

Testing process

via Sneaker Turtles - Cut in half
1. We cut American shoes in half to be able to see what's W9Z-8634C1 and do accurate tests.
via Sneaker Turtles - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
via Sneaker Turtles - Comparing the results
3. Alex Two-Tone Leather Sneaker.
via Sneaker Turtles - Wear test
4. We also wear test American shoes in their appropriate settings.
via Sneaker Turtles - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the American shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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