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Guides

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
Charm up your younger one's dressy style with the Rachel® Kids Helena Heeled Sandals
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The role of heel counters in running shoes
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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The definitive guide to running shoe super
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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
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How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
Understanding the differences in men's and women's running shoes
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 Gel Trabuco 12
ASICS Gel Trabuco 12
ASICS GT 1000 13
ASICS GT 1000 13
ASICS Gel Kayano 31
ASICS Gel Kayano 31
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Saucony Triumph 22
Saucony Triumph 22
On Cloudsurfer Trail
On Cloudsurfer Trail
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Hoka Speedgoat 6
Hoka Speedgoat 6
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Nike Zegama 2
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

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Hoka Clifton 9
Hoka Clifton 9
Hoka Bondi 8
Hoka Bondi 8
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Nike Alphafly 3
Sneakers GEL-1090™ v2
Sneakers GEL-1090™ v2
Boots Fourrées à Bande
Boots Fourrées à Bande
Brooks Ghost Max
Brooks Ghost Max
Brooks Glycerin 21
Brooks Glycerin 21
Charm up your younger one's dressy style with the Rachel® Kids Helena Heeled Sandals
Charm up your younger one's dressy style with the Rachel® Kids Helena Heeled Sandals
ASICS Superblast
ASICS Superblast
Nike Vaporfly 3
Nike Vaporfly 3

Testing process

DSQUARED2 RIDER HEELED ANKLE BOOTS - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
DSQUARED2 RIDER HEELED ANKLE BOOTS - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
DSQUARED2 RIDER HEELED ANKLE BOOTS - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
DSQUARED2 RIDER HEELED ANKLE BOOTS - Wear test
4. Mens Pearl iZUMi X-ALP DIVIDE Mountain Shoes.
DSQUARED2 RIDER HEELED ANKLE BOOTS - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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