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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
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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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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In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

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Få tak i New Balance 2002R GANNI Rain Cloud fra de beste sneakerforhandlerne rundt om i verden
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Saucony Triumph 22
On Cloudsurfer Trail
On Cloudsurfer Trail
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Nike Pegasus Trail 5
New Balance 991 1500 Gentleman s Pack
New Balance 991 1500 Gentleman s Pack
Nike Zegama 2
Nike Zegama 2
New Balance ML 574 DNA
New Balance ML 574 DNA

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ASICS Novablast 4
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Brooks Ghost Max
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New Balance 990v5 IC990BK5
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Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
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ASICS Superblast
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Testing process

New Balance WMNS Fresh Foam 880v11 Black W880B11 - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
New Balance WMNS Fresh Foam 880v11 Black W880B11 - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
New Balance WMNS Fresh Foam 880v11 Black W880B11 - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
New Balance WMNS Fresh Foam 880v11 Black W880B11 - Wear test
4. New Balance Hombre 515 in Gris Amarillo Blanca.
New Balance WMNS Fresh Foam 880v11 Black W880B11 - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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