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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 Knee
Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Ally Thin Sneakers In Black Glitter
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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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
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Conny lo-top sneakers
In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
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How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

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On Cloudsurfer Trail
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Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Nike Pegasus Trail 5
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zapatillas de running niño niña mixta distancias cortas talla 33.5 blancas
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Nike Zegama 2
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

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Testing process

How we test - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
How we test - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess exceeding 20 parameters for each shoe.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Ally Thin Sneakers In Black Glitter.
How we test - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate Balance.
How we test - No bias
5. Great comfy sandals for my 4 year old.
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