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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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Why cutting running shoes in Black-white is key to measuring midsole softness
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
Giorgio Armani Klassische Chelsea-Gel Schwarz
Giorgio Armani Klassische Chelsea-Gel Schwarz
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zapatillas de running Nike ritmo bajo distancias cortas naranjas
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?

Latest reviews

Clarita Jogger low-top sneakers
Clarita Jogger low-top sneakers
Laminated tumbled leather sneaker
Laminated tumbled leather sneaker
Premiata almond-toe leather derby shoes
Premiata almond-toe leather derby shoes
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
Sandals EVA LONGORIA EL-23-05-000721 626
Sandals EVA LONGORIA EL-23-05-000721 626
New Balance MT10
New Balance MT10
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zapatillas de running mixta talla 37.5 azules
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Nike Air Force 1 Mid Men's Shoes Grey
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
How to Best Balance Friendship and Competition in Running
adidas supercourt RX low-top sneakers
adidas supercourt RX low-top sneakers

Popular reviews

dsquared2 white low-top sneaker
dsquared2 white low-top sneaker
zapatillas de running HOKA ONE ONE hombre asfalto placa de carbono talla 46
zapatillas de running HOKA ONE ONE hombre asfalto placa de carbono talla 46
Schutz Aydin Gel
Schutz Aydin Gel
Elza heeled sandals
Elza heeled sandals
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24
The shoe uses two layers of padding to make sure the foot stays comfortably supported
The shoe uses two layers of padding to make sure the foot stays comfortably supported
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
UGG KIDS CLASSIC II CLEAR GLITTER SUEDE SNOW Gel
Brooks Glycerin 22
Brooks Glycerin 22

Testing process

How we test - Cut in Black-white
1. We cut shoes in Black-white 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
4. Fila D-Formation Womens Shoes.
How we test - No SK8
5. No SK8: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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