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Vans Vault OG Authentic LX FDMTL 2021
Vans Vault OG Authentic LX FDMTL 2021
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Why cutting running shoes in half is key to measuring midsole softness
Vans UA Sk8-Hi Platform 2.0 x David Bowie
Vans UA Sk8-Hi Platform 2.0 x David Bowie
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
A runner's guide to choosing the right toebox
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South Koreas Casestudy Drops Limited Vans Vault Collaboration
Vans Circled Checker Crew Mens Sweatshirt
Vans Circled Checker Crew Mens Sweatshirt
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How brands' heel-to-toe drop measurements differ from reality in running shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running shoes
Understanding differences between men's and women's running shoes
In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
In-depth insights into running shoe outsoles (road & trail)
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?
How much does the weight vary across different running shoe sizes?

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Inov8 Trailtalon
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 GTX
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the 34-year-old artist tapping the legendary Vans
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Sneakers from the Vans Origami capsule
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via select VANS retail locations worldwide
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Vans яркие кеды в арбуз

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via select VANS retail locations worldwide | Testing process

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