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A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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Testing process

What Makes The Monarch IV The Ultimate Middle Aged Dad Shoes - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
What Makes The Monarch IV The Ultimate Middle Aged Dad Shoes - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
What Makes The Monarch IV The Ultimate Middle Aged Dad Shoes - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
What Makes The Monarch IV The Ultimate Middle Aged Dad Shoes - Wear test
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What Makes The Monarch IV The Ultimate Middle Aged Dad Shoes - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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