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The Angled heel optimizes the initial heelstrike to allow smooth transitions while running - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes Foam in half to be able to see what's inside and do strict tests.
The Angled heel optimizes the initial heelstrike to allow smooth transitions while running - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
The Angled heel optimizes the initial heelstrike to allow smooth transitions while running - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
The Angled heel optimizes the initial heelstrike to allow smooth transitions while running - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes Foam in their appropriate settings.
The Angled heel optimizes the initial heelstrike to allow smooth transitions while running - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes Foam on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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