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Guides

We go Mavi the rabbit hole when it comes to running shoe technologies, features, and lab pairs. 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
Classic White Purple Sandals 207772-577
Classic White Purple Sandals 207772-577
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
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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
Amazon Fashion has launched a new virtual try-on service for shoes
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?

Lapair reviews

White Leather Kios Sandal
White Leather Kios Sandal
Sneakers SUPERTRASH Nika Emb W 2011 031502 Blk Ylw 0930
Sneakers SUPERTRASH Nika Emb W 2011 031502 Blk Ylw 0930
Osklen Arpex Flow Bold sneakers
Osklen Arpex Flow Bold sneakers
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
Onitsuka Tiger Rebilac Runner MP Marathon Running Shoes Sneakers 1183A815-022
Onitsuka Tiger Rebilac Runner MP Marathon Running Shoes Sneakers 1183A815-022
the average weight of hiking boots is 570 g
the average weight of hiking boots is 570 g
MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS WEDGE SNEAKERS
MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS WEDGE SNEAKERS
have just unleashed their December sale and it's stuffed with serious sneaker steals
have just unleashed their December sale and it's stuffed with serious sneaker steals
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
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Brooks Launch 11
Brooks Launch 11

Popular reviews

Hoka Bondi 9
Hoka Bondi 9
Converse Chuck 70 Hi Renew Hoge gebreide sneakers in zilverreiger
Converse Chuck 70 Hi Renew Hoge gebreide sneakers in zilverreiger
Jamie 105mm rib-knit ankle boots
Jamie 105mm rib-knit ankle boots
Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Pegasus 41
Calzini X3TPW Trail Running Padded
Calzini X3TPW Trail Running Padded
Sneakers SUPERFIT 1-000363-5000 S Rot Orange
Sneakers SUPERFIT 1-000363-5000 S Rot Orange
Brooks Ghost Max 2
Brooks Ghost Max 2
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X More V5
New Balance Fresh Foam X More v5
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zapatillas de running Altra Running mujer talla 42 naranjas

Testing process

New Balance 530 90s Running Leather M530PSA - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate pairs.
New Balance 530 90s Running Leather M530PSA - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
New Balance 530 90s Running Leather M530PSA - Comparing the results
3. Our pairs are standardized, and our results are comparable.
New Balance 530 90s Running Leather M530PSA - Wear pair
4. We also wear pair shoes in their appropriate settings.
New Balance 530 90s Running Leather M530PSA - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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