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Nice light comfortable shoe
The role of heel counters in running shoes
chunky sneakers and
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Nike Womens W Blazer Low 77 Vintage Sneakers in White Green Black
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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
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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ASICS Gel Kayano 31
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Adidas Adizero Prime X 2 Strung
Jacquemus bead-embellished 70mm heeled sandals Blau
Jacquemus bead-embellished 70mm heeled sandals Blau
On Cloudsurfer Trail
On Cloudsurfer Trail
courtesy of Feature Sneaker Boutique retailing for $180
courtesy of Feature Sneaker Boutique retailing for $180
Hoka Speedgoat 6
Hoka Speedgoat 6
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Zion 1 Older Kids Shoes Blue
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

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Nike Running BRS windrunner jacket in burgundy
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Brooks Ghost Max
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Brooks Glycerin 21
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Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
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ASICS Superblast
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Diane von Furstenberg dresses up an all-black boot with a statement heel

Testing process

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1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
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2. Kyrie 5 Pineapple House sneakers.
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3. Womens Comfort Casual Boots.
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4. Break out the Bubbly for These Limited-Edition Champagne-Inspired Shoes.
Uma Wang Canvas-Sneakers mit Schnürung Braun - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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