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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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colour-block hi-top sneakers
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
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Tory Burch WOMEN 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?

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brogue-detail ankle boots
brogue-detail ankle boots
Kenzo Men's K-Mount Leather Derby Shoe in Black
Kenzo Men's K-Mount Leather Derby Shoe in Black
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Nike Vaporfly 4
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
New Balance MT10
New Balance MT10
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
Adidas Supernova Rise 2
Adidas Supernova Rise 2
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
Puma RS-Z Reinvent Wns women's Shoes Trainers in Green
Puma RS-Z Reinvent Wns women's Shoes Trainers in Green

Popular reviews

Dion Lee Shoes
Dion Lee Shoes
ASICS Novablast 5
ASICS Novablast 5
this shoe had no serious issues
this shoe had no serious issues
Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Pegasus 41
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
SAINT LAURENT 'BIANCA' PLATFORM SPIDERSTU08
SAINT LAURENT 'BIANCA' PLATFORM SPIDERSTU08
Las tres zapatillas que han marcado el running
Las tres zapatillas que han marcado el running
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
New Balance Fresh Foam X More v5
Native Juniper Print shoe
Native Juniper Print shoe

Testing process

With Matching SPIDERSTU08 & a Red Pedi That Pops at Variety Party - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
With Matching SPIDERSTU08 & a Red Pedi That Pops at Variety Party - 20 parameters
2. Reebok Instapump Fury OG Marathon Running Shoes Sneakers GW4818.
With Matching SPIDERSTU08 & a Red Pedi That Pops at Variety Party - Comparing the results
3. adidas Originals Nite Jogger Sneakers in marineblauw.
With Matching SPIDERSTU08 & a Red Pedi That Pops at Variety Party - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
With Matching SPIDERSTU08 & a Red Pedi That Pops at Variety Party - No bias
5. Pèpè Girls Tall Boots.
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