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Testing process

Nike Air Force 1 Gtx - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Nike Air Force 1 Gtx - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Nike Air Force 1 Gtx - Comparing the results
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Nike Air Force 1 Gtx - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Nike Air Force 1 Gtx - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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