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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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clothing key-chains box shoe-care polo-shirts lighters belts 6-5 accessories
Womens Originals Nmd R2 Pk Primeknit Sneaker White
Womens Originals Nmd R2 Pk Primeknit Sneaker White
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
zapatillas de running HOKA constitución fuerte pie normal talla 42.5 más de 100
zapatillas de running HOKA constitución fuerte pie normal talla 42.5 más de 100
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

Altra Torin 8
Altra Torin 8
Pink Platform Shoes
Pink Platform Shoes
zapatillas de running Saucony pronador voladoras talla 45
zapatillas de running Saucony pronador voladoras talla 45
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
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Zegna panelled mid-top sneakers
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
SL 10 Low Top Sneaker in White
SL 10 Low Top Sneaker in White

Popular reviews

Hoka Bondi 9
Hoka Bondi 9
ASICS Novablast 5
ASICS Novablast 5
Brooks Glycerin Max
Brooks Glycerin Max
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Skechers Graceful Twisted Fortune Sneakers
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
Chelsea boots LASOCKI WI16-ALBA3-10 Black
Chelsea boots LASOCKI WI16-ALBA3-10 Black
Hedy heeled boots
Hedy heeled boots
zapatillas de running Under Armour neutro talla 20.5 entre 60 y 100
zapatillas de running Under Armour neutro talla 20.5 entre 60 y 100
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
Girls Ted Baker Bow Sandal
Brooks Glycerin 22
Brooks Glycerin 22

Testing process

Thors BLITZ XP Boot - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Thors BLITZ XP Boot - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Thors BLITZ XP Boot - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Thors BLITZ XP Boot - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Thors BLITZ XP Boot - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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