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We go down the rabbit hole when it comes to running shoe ankle, 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 half is key to measuring midsole softness
Marathon Running Shoes Sneakers FU7576
Marathon Running Shoes Sneakers FU7576
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
Womens Nike Court Legacy TXT SDC Midnight Navy WMNS Sneakers Shoes DM8472-400
Womens Nike Court Legacy TXT SDC Midnight Navy WMNS Sneakers Shoes DM8472-400
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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Altra Torin 8
Altra Torin 8
Misam high heel sandals
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Converse Chuck 70 Hi Marinblå och bruna sneakers med högt skaft
Converse Chuck 70 Hi Marinblå och bruna sneakers med högt skaft
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
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Read on for our seven shoe picks for seven special events during the trip
Read on for our seven shoe picks for seven special events during the trip

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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 Football
2. Read on for our seven shoe picks for seven special events during the trip.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Bottega Veneta Lido maxi 90mm sandals.
How we test - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
How we test - No bias
5. New Balance waterproof golf shoes.
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