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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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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
Features New balance Fast Flight Printed Tight
Features New balance Fast Flight Printed Tight
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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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new balance m1500 kfg pft flamingo pack
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New Balance NB Athletics Intelligent Choice T-Shirt
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New Balance Niobium Concept 2 Incense Chocolate Brown
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Altra Torin 8
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Nike Streakfly 2
New Balance 997H Kid's Shoes
New Balance 997H Kid's Shoes
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Inov8 Trailtalon
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new balance 1500 m1530se yellow release date

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Testing process

New Balance 574 Connoisseur Painters - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
New Balance 574 Connoisseur Painters - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
New Balance 574 Connoisseur Painters - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
New Balance 574 Connoisseur Painters - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
New Balance 574 Connoisseur Painters - No bias
5. New Balance 422.
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