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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
Why cutting running shoes in half is key to set midsole softness
Martens Men's 101 Archive Boot in Black Vintage Smooth
The role of heel counters in running shoes
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Running on the Streets of Gold 5K
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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
Nike SB Gato QS sneakers
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
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ASICS GT 1000 13
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AMBUSH Sneakers for Women
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Wallabee Cup Boot
Wallabee Cup Boot
Air VaporMax Plus low-top sneakers
Air VaporMax Plus low-top sneakers
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Nike Zegama 2
Nike Zegama 2
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

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Snow Boots PRIMIGI GORE-TEX 6361400 Carne
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Nike Alphafly 3
Hoka Mach 6
Hoka Mach 6
Court Trainer chunky sneakers
Court Trainer chunky sneakers
Brooks Ghost Max
Brooks Ghost Max
Brooks Glycerin 21
Brooks Glycerin 21
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
ASICS Superblast
ASICS Superblast
adidas Running SL20 trainers in multi
adidas Running SL20 trainers in multi

Testing process

Running on the Streets of Gold 5K - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Running on the Streets of Gold 5K - 20 parameters
2. Check out this shoe hack featuring.
Running on the Streets of Gold 5K - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Running on the Streets of Gold 5K - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Running on the Streets of Gold 5K - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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