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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.

The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
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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 breathability
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How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
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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
white leather printed logo sneaker
white leather printed logo sneaker
She wore these same shoes with a more ball-worthy pink Prada gown at the actual event
She wore these same shoes with a more ball-worthy pink Prada gown at the actual event
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Saucony Triumph 22
Saucony Triumph 22
and Olive make up the four shoes in this pack
and Olive make up the four shoes in this pack
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Hoka Speedgoat 6
zapatillas de running Dynafit constitución media talla 38.5 grises
zapatillas de running Dynafit constitución media talla 38.5 grises
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

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Hoka Clifton 9
Hoka Clifton 9
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STAUD Nina ruched sandals Brown
Jordan Air Jordan 1 Mid SE sneakers Brown
Jordan Air Jordan 1 Mid SE sneakers Brown
MOSCHINO animal-print 105mm boots Green
MOSCHINO animal-print 105mm boots Green
ASICS Novablast 4
ASICS Novablast 4
Mizuno Zapatillas Running Wave Equate 5 Tawny Port Living Coral Rose
Mizuno Zapatillas Running Wave Equate 5 Tawny Port Living Coral Rose
zapatillas de running New Balance mujer neutro pie cavo talla 42.5
zapatillas de running New Balance mujer neutro pie cavo talla 42.5
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
ASICS Superblast
ASICS Superblast
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Nike Vaporfly 3

Testing process

Ankle boots SIMPLE SL-39-02-000066 203 - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Ankle boots SIMPLE SL-39-02-000066 203 - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Ankle boots SIMPLE SL-39-02-000066 203 - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Ankle boots SIMPLE SL-39-02-000066 203 - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Ankle boots SIMPLE SL-39-02-000066 203 - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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