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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
ON Running Cloud Monochrome Dijon
Puma Suede Vtg Gtx Sneakers Shoes 382790-02
Nike Air Force 1 High Boot Crater Dark Smoke Grey
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ON Running Cloud Monochrome Dijon
giambattista valli sandal
giambattista valli sandal
Reebok Alter The Icons Women Shoes
Sandal T3A2-32173-0371 M Black 999
Understanding the differences in men's and women's running shoes
In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
Nike SB Charge canvas sneakers in white
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

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tod's black logo shoes
tod's black logo shoes
Sandal T3A2-32173-0371 M Black 999
Sandal T3A2-32173-0371 M Black 999
New Et FuelCell Rebel v4
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4
Adidas Pureboost 22 Shoes Cloud White Silver Metallic Core
Adidas Pureboost 22 Shoes Cloud White Silver Metallic Core
Osklen 'Riva' Sneakers aus Canvas Grün
Osklen 'Riva' Sneakers aus Canvas Grün
Flutter Hearts Sandal primary
Flutter Hearts Sandal
Nike Waffle One SE Women's Shoes White
Nike Waffle One SE Women's Shoes White
Baby Boy Shoes from Target That Are Cute & Comfortable primary
Baby Boy Shoes from Target That Are Cute & Comfortable
Salomon Genesis
Salomon Genesis
Altra Timp 5
Altra Timp 5

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and MTB shoes to perform on the trails and rock-heavy paths
and MTB shoes to perform on the trails and rock-heavy paths
Hoka Bondi 8
Hoka Bondi 8
Reebok One Series Running Hero
Reebok One Series Running Hero
Rockport Rockport Welker Mens Casual Shoes
Rockport Rockport Welker Mens Casual Shoes
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Nike Alphafly 3
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 39 Women's Road Running Shoes Noir
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 39 Women's Road Running Shoes Noir
tod's black logo shoes
tod's black logo shoes
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Feliz Heeled Sandal
ASICS Superblast
ASICS Superblast
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23

Testing process

Shoe Cream G34AT SE Neutral - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Shoe Cream G34AT SE Neutral - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Shoe Cream G34AT SE Neutral - Comparing the Retro
3. Our tests are standardized, and our Retro are comparable.
Shoe Cream G34AT SE Neutral - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Shoe Cream G34AT SE Neutral - No bias
5. These trail-ready sneakers.
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