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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.

Kristen Stewart s edgy shoe style
The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
NMD_R1 TR GTX Mens Shoes
Nike air presto shoes road race yellow white red ct3550-700 mens sz 12
Vapormax Flyknit 3 low-top sneakers
nike alphafly 3 atomknit 3 21208064 1440 21251583 250
zapatillas de running La Sportiva mixta rosas
nike alphafly 3 023 21254779 250
Leadcat 2.0 Womens Sandals
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?

the shoe s upper | Latest reviews

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 21683218 250
Silverstone chunky low-top sneakers
Saucony Triumph 22
Saucony Triumph 22
On Cloudsurfer Trail
On Cloudsurfer Trail
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Hoka Speedgoat 6
nike zegama 2 21657039 250
Nike Zegama 2
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

the shoe s upper | Popular reviews

Hoka Clifton 9
Hoka Clifton 9
Comme Des Garçons Shirt x Asics Tarther Sneakers Weiß
Comme Des Garçons Shirt x Asics Tarther Sneakers Weiß
BOSS Casual Sneaker bassa Saturn pietra grigio chiaro
BOSS Casual Sneaker bassa Saturn pietra grigio chiaro
Hoka Mach 6
Hoka Mach 6
Leather Casual Mary Jane Shoes
Leather Casual Mary Jane Shoes
Brooks Ghost Max
Brooks Ghost Max
zapatillas de running Inov-8 pronador talla 35.5 más de 100
zapatillas de running Inov-8 pronador talla 35.5 más de 100
Jordan 'Air Jordan 1 Retro OG' High-Top-Sneakers Orange
Jordan 'Air Jordan 1 Retro OG' High-Top-Sneakers Orange
ASICS Superblast
ASICS Superblast
Nike Vaporfly 3
Nike Vaporfly 3

Testing process

How we test - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
How we test - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Puma easy rider ii 38102607 mens blue suede lifestyle sneakers shoes.
How we test - Wear test
4. Hide&Jack Sneakers mit Skizzen-Print Schwarz.
How we test - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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