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47 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.

The ultimate guide to running shoe foams
Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
The role of heel counters in running shoes
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
The definitive guide to running shoe breathability
All you need to know about rockered running shoes
How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
Understanding differences between 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?

Latest reviews

Skechers Max Cushioning Elite 2.0
Skechers Max Cushioning Elite 2.0
Salomon Phantasm 2
Salomon Phantasm 2
Mizuno Wave Horizon 7
Mizuno Wave Horizon 7
Adidas Supernova Solution
Adidas Supernova Solution
Merrell Agility Peak 5 GTX
Merrell Agility Peak 5 GTX
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GTX
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GTX
On Cloudvista 2
On Cloudvista 2
ASICS Novablast 5
ASICS Novablast 5
Under Armour Charged Pursuit 3
Under Armour Charged Pursuit 3
Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP

Popular reviews

Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Pegasus 41
Brooks Glycerin Max
Brooks Glycerin Max
Hoka Mach 6
Hoka Mach 6
ASICS Superblast 2
ASICS Superblast 2
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Ghost 16
Brooks Glycerin 21
Brooks Glycerin 21
Nike Alphafly 3
Nike Alphafly 3
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
ASICS Gel Nimbus 26
ASICS Gel Nimbus 26
Hoka Arahi 7
Hoka Arahi 7

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 over 20 parameters for each shoe.
How we test - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardised, and our results are comparable.
How we test - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
How we test - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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