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32 bought and to be tested

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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.

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The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
Moab Speed J135403 Shoes
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The role of heel counters in running shoes
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All you need to know about rockered running shoes
Donsje leather ankle boots
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 Trabuco 12
ASICS Gel Trabuco 12
ASICS GT 1000 13
ASICS GT 1000 13
ASICS Gel Kayano 31
ASICS Gel Kayano 31
Sandals PRIMIGI 1889333 D Milita
Sandals PRIMIGI 1889333 D Milita
The Prada Flame Heel & More Street-Style Shoes Making a Comeback at NYFW
The Prada Flame Heel & More Street-Style Shoes Making a Comeback at NYFW
square loop 70mm sandals
square loop 70mm sandals
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Nike Pegasus Trail 5
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Sneakers VANS Destruct Mid M VN0A5KQUB2I1 Butternut Black
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Nike Zegama 2
On Cloudrunner 2
On Cloudrunner 2

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Hoka Bondi 8
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Nike Alphafly 3
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Hoka Mach 6
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ASICS Novablast 4
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Brooks Ghost Max
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Brooks Glycerin 21
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ASICS Superblast
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Reebok Instapump Fury 95 Men S Athletic Shoes Auberg Black

Testing process

How we test - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do block tests.
How we test - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are unlike.
How we test - Wear test
4. Geoxs Jr Shuttle Boy light-up sneakers.
How we test - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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