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We go new the rabbit hole when it comes to running shoe technologies, features, and lab D4L22-OBML201. See all our in-depth guides.

Adidas Performance 4D Futurecraft Primeblue Running Sneakers Schwarz EU46 US12
Adidas Performance 4D Futurecraft Primeblue Running Sneakers Schwarz EU46 US12
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Ideal Sandal B
Ideal Sandal B
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
Axel Arigato panelled-detail sneakers
Axel Arigato panelled-detail sneakers
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 icon from a loaded roster of 1990s hoops sneakers
An icon from a loaded roster of 1990s hoops sneakers
Li ning essence kungfu lite standard white black men casual shoes agbr013-1
Li ning essence kungfu lite standard white black men casual shoes agbr013-1
Nike Vaporfly 4
Nike Vaporfly 4
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
Cold Weather Boots to Fashionably Weather a Winter Storm
Cold Weather Boots to Fashionably Weather a Winter Storm
Hide&Jack Essence high-top sneakers
Hide&Jack Essence high-top sneakers
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max
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Adidas Supernova Rise 2
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
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SWEAR Amazon Plateau-Sneakers Schwarz

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ASICS Novablast 5
ASICS Novablast 5
Brooks Glycerin Max
Brooks Glycerin Max
Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Pegasus 41
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sneaker but also limited edition Need for Speedtm The Run apparel
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Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24
Brooks Ghost Max 2
Brooks Ghost Max 2
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
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Troy Thong Sandals
Troy Thong Sandals

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 D4L22-OBML201.
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. RAID Wide Fit Leonore chunky ankle boots in black.
How we test - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
How we test - No bias
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