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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.

A good shoes
A good shoes
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Why cutting running shoes in half 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
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Gucci Slide Sandal Black Women Shoes Ganebet Store
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 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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Boots Primigi 2934122 S Amar
Boots Primigi 2934122 S Amar
Puma wusste von Rihanna isolierter Creeper zum Schnüren Wildleder DAMEN SNEAKERS 366268 q5cd
Puma wusste von Rihanna isolierter Creeper zum Schnüren Wildleder DAMEN SNEAKERS 366268 q5cd
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Nike Vaporfly 4
Inov8 Trailtalon
Inov8 Trailtalon
On Running THE ROGER Clubhouse 4898507 FROST FLAME
On Running THE ROGER Clubhouse 4898507 FROST FLAME
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BOSS Black Sneaker bassa 'Titanium Runn' nero
ASICS Women Gel-Quantum 360 5 Running Shoes
ASICS Women Gel-Quantum 360 5 Running Shoes
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Adidas Supernova Rise 2
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro 9
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Brooks Launch 11

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La Sportiva kaptiva goretex black orchid mujer zapatillas trail running talla 41
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zapatillas de running pista tope amortiguación talla 42.5
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Nike Pegasus 41
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Brooks Ghost 16
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Adidas Terrex Free Hiker Hiking Shoes Green Core Black
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Brooks Ghost Max 2
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chain-link leather ballerina shoes Orange
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new adidas shoes with cone toe sandals

Testing process

a shoe that stays comfortable from sunrise to sundown - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
a shoe that stays comfortable from sunrise to sundown - 20 parameters
2. Boots Chaussures Beige Taille 43.
a shoe that stays comfortable from sunrise to sundown - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
a shoe that stays comfortable from sunrise to sundown - Wear test
4. Nike Ghoswift Herren Laufschuhe BQ518-11 Sneaker Schuh Black-White.
a shoe that stays comfortable from sunrise to sundown - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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