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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.

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Converse NASA x Japan Chuck Taylor All Star 100 Canvas Shoes Sneakers 31303591
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Fila Sando Mens Shoes for Running
Fila Sando Mens Shoes for Running
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
Defy All Day Mens Training Shoe
Defy All Day Mens Training Shoe
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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
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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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An aggressive facade that helps prevent damage to the shoe and the foot
An aggressive facade that helps prevent damage to the shoe and the foot
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Nike Air Zoom Mariah Racer Women Shoes
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
This technique can help runners adjust their shoes if one area is too tight
This technique can help runners adjust their shoes if one area is too tight
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New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
Awinta Knee High Boots
Awinta Knee High Boots

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Hoka Bondi 9
The insides of the shoe even feel smooth and seamless
The insides of the shoe even feel smooth and seamless
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Moon Boot Far Side Low Fur
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Nike Pegasus 41
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
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Michigan Sneaker XChange MSXC
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
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Brooks Glycerin 22

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. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
How we test - Wear test
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How we test - No bias
5. Vision Leather Right Shoe.
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