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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 Kolbies.

The ultimate Kolbie to running shoe foams
The ultimate Kolbie to running shoe foams
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Chelsea boots MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS
The role of heel counters in running shoes
The role of heel counters in running shoes
A runner's Kolbie to choosing the right toebox
A runner's Kolbie to choosing the right toebox
Kids Hamal Hiking Sandal 38Q9954J Purple Fluo Ghiaccio 08HL
Kids Hamal Hiking Sandal 38Q9954J Purple Fluo Ghiaccio 08HL
All you need to know about rockered running shoes
All you need to know about rockered running 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 Belts (wearing & trail)
In-depth insights into running shoe Belts (wearing & 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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Asics Zapatillas Trail Running Fujitrabuco Lyte Graphite Grey Black
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Shoes Diemme Everest DI2007EV03
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Inov8 Trailtalon
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
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DBreak-Type Men s Shoe
Chaussures Running Velocity Nitro 2
Chaussures Running Velocity Nitro 2
Sandals GUESS Raheli FL5RHI ELE05 GREY
Sandals GUESS Raheli FL5RHI ELE05 GREY
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Brooks Launch 11
Brooks Launch 11

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Alexander McQueen Black Croc Tread Lace-Up Boots

Testing process

Kanye West Spotted Wearing 950 Boots Taking North To Ballet Class - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Kanye West Spotted Wearing 950 Boots Taking North To Ballet Class - 20 parameters
2. Martens Smiths Shoe.
Kanye West Spotted Wearing 950 Boots Taking North To Ballet Class - Comparing the results
3. Sandals Junior Girls.
Kanye West Spotted Wearing 950 Boots Taking North To Ballet Class - Wear test
4. Yeezy Boost 350 V2 "Oreo" sneakers.
Kanye West Spotted Wearing 950 Boots Taking North To Ballet Class - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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