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Adidas Terrex Swift R2 Gore-tex Hiking Shoes Night Cargo
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Sandals POLLINI SA16458C0ETE310A Jut Bia
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ASICS Novablast 4
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Hogan Interaction chunky sneakers
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Brooks Glycerin 21
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Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23
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Adidas Terrex Swift R2 Gore-tex Hiking Shoes Night Cargo | Testing process

Sneakers LEE COOPER LCJ-21-31-0610L Black - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Sneakers LEE COOPER LCJ-21-31-0610L Black - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Sneakers LEE COOPER LCJ-21-31-0610L Black - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Sneakers LEE COOPER LCJ-21-31-0610L Black - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Sneakers LEE COOPER LCJ-21-31-0610L Black - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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