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Testing process

XL32 D-RIGN LOW SNEAKERS - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes Spectra in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
XL32 D-RIGN LOW SNEAKERS - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
XL32 D-RIGN LOW SNEAKERS - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
XL32 D-RIGN LOW SNEAKERS - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes Spectra in their appropriate settings.
XL32 D-RIGN LOW SNEAKERS - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes Spectra on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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