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Understanding the differences in men's and women's running shoes
In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
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Testing process

Scarpe Trail Running Altak WP 3Q48267 - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Scarpe Trail Running Altak WP 3Q48267 - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Scarpe Trail Running Altak WP 3Q48267 - Comparing the results
3. TEEN sneakers med colourblocking.
Scarpe Trail Running Altak WP 3Q48267 - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Scarpe Trail Running Altak WP 3Q48267 - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.
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