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Guides

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

A closer look at Emily Ratajkowskis Nike sneakers
The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Loewe RTW Fall 2016 Shoes
The role of heel counters in running shoes
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A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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The definitive guide to running shoe breathability
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All you need to know about rockered 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?

LaPhantom reviews

ASICS Gel Trabuco 12
ASICS Gel Trabuco 12
sneakers mustang 44c0048 gelb
sneakers mustang 44c0048 gelb
ASICS Gel Kayano 31
ASICS Gel Kayano 31
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Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Saucony Triumph 22
Saucony Triumph 22
On Cloudsurfer Trail
On Cloudsurfer Trail
Boots GINO ROSSI Grafit MTU126-299-5700-0087-0 84
Boots GINO ROSSI Grafit MTU126-299-5700-0087-0 84
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Isabel Marant Dernee ankle boots
Isabel Marant Dernee ankle boots
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

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adidas terrex cc boat parley running shoessneakers
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new balance 574 kids casual shoes
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Nike Alphafly 3
Hoka Mach 6
Hoka Mach 6
ASICS Novablast 4
ASICS Novablast 4
Scarpa da running Nike Air Zoom Arcadia Ragazzi Grigio
Scarpa da running Nike Air Zoom Arcadia Ragazzi Grigio
Brooks Glycerin 21
Brooks Glycerin 21
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
ASICS Superblast
ASICS Superblast
Nike Vaporfly 3
Nike Vaporfly 3

Testing process

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