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We go down the rabbit hole when culture 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 measuring midsole softness
Adidas INIKI I-5923 Core Black
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
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adidas Ultraboost Web DNA 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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Testing process

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