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Guides

We go down the rabbit hole when it comes to running shoe technologies, features, and lab Galaxia. See all our in-depth guides.

The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
Why mit running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Fast Access Hiking Shoes
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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The definitive guide to running shoe breathability
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You prefer wearing top-of-the-line road shoes
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How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
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In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

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ASICS GT 1000 13
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Liv chunky slip-on sneakers
Saucony Triumph 22
Saucony Triumph 22
On Cloudsurfer Trail
On Cloudsurfer Trail
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Nike Pegasus Trail 5
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Hoka Speedgoat 6
adidas YEEZY Yeezy Boost 750 'Chocolate' Sneakers Braun
adidas YEEZY Yeezy Boost 750 'Chocolate' Sneakers Braun
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

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Testing process

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