900+ shoes reviewed and cut in half

15 currently testing

12 bought and to be tested

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Prodigy in the New Balance 996 - Cut in half
1. We cut shoes in half to be able to see what's inside and do accurate tests.
Prodigy in the New Balance 996 - 20 parameters
2. In our lab, we measure and assess over 20 parameters for each shoe.
Prodigy in the New Balance 996 - Comparing the results
3. Our tests are standardized, and our results are comparable.
Prodigy in the New Balance 996 - Wear test
4. We also wear test shoes in their appropriate settings.
Prodigy in the New Balance 996 - No bias
5. No bias: we buy all the shoes on our own and accept no sponsorships.