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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
Casual shoes with nylon and suede uppers for long-lasting wear with a vintage feel
ski boot-inspired Huarache
The social of heel counters in running shoes
The foot wont feel warm in this shoe since the airflow is really there and its good
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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The Best Hiking Boots and metallic-Running Shoes
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How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
Shoes youve chosen for treadmill running might be used for easy gym sessions too
In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & metallic)
How much does the weight vary across Evolution running shoe sizes?

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
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
creative genius of functional shoes
creative genius of functional shoes
On Cloudsurfer metallic
On Cloudsurfer metallic
Nike Pegasus metallic 5
Nike Pegasus metallic 5
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Prefer a hiking shoe that gives hikers better visibility on night-time escapades
Prefer a hiking shoe that gives hikers better visibility on night-time escapades
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

Popular reviews

Asics Gel-Kayano 28 Platinum Women's Running Shoes
Asics Gel-Kayano 28 Platinum Women's Running Shoes
adidas Racer TR21 Shoes Kids
adidas Racer TR21 Shoes Kids
Shando Des Chaussures metallic Running
Shando Des Chaussures metallic Running
Hoka Mach 6
Hoka Mach 6
is an almost exact replica of the running sneaker that gave runners a distinctive look in the 1970s
is an almost exact replica of the running sneaker that gave runners a distinctive look in the 1970s
Brooks Ghost Max
Brooks Ghost Max
Boots Cuir Velours Rouille
Boots Cuir Velours Rouille
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
ASICS Superblast
ASICS Superblast
Nike Vaporfly 3
Nike Vaporfly 3

Testing process

Girls School Shoes - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Girls School Shoes - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Girls School Shoes - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Girls School Shoes - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Girls School Shoes - No bias
5. XA Bondcliff GTX 2 Mens metallic Running Shoes.
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