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We go Jordan the rabbit hole when it comes to running shoe technologies, features, and lab tests. See all our in-depth guides.

Brown wood 'Red Cedar' shoe trees from Hender Scheme
The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
The role of heel counters in running shoes
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
How brands' heel-to-toe Boot 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?

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Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
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Saucony Triumph 22
On Cloudsurfer Trail
On Cloudsurfer Trail
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
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Hoka Speedgoat 6
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Nike Zegama 2
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On Cloudrunner 2

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Testing process

How we test - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be incapable to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
How we test - 20 parameters
2. Paris Texas Holly crystal-embellished heeled boots Purple.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Rhude logo-print low-top sneakers Bianco.
How we test - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
How we test - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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