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Silvina Spindler

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Aug 5, 2024, 2:25:25 AM8/5/24
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Gettingthe right fit for these shoes can be tough as they run very large. I ended up sizing down a full UK size (from 10 to 9), or 2 EU sizes (from 45 to 43). Others with feet less wide than mine could potentially size down even more. We recommend buying from a retailer with a good returns policy because sizing the Novestas correctly can be difficult.

Provided you get the right fit, they are very comfortable underfoot with a substantial and soft removable insole. I got some slight rubbing on the tops of my toes after longer periods (more than one hour) of walking, potentially due to a slightly low toe box. Overall they are very comfortable though, and they could be worn without socks for shorter periods of time without irritation.


The Spring Court G2 Washed Vintage Heavy Twill are supremely comfortable thanks to their excellent removable insoles and soft cotton twill upper. The insoles were bouncy and thick, and the cotton twill upper was much more soft and comfortable than any other shoe we tested. The soft upper meant they were comfortable even without without socks, and they can be worn for long walks without any issues whatsoever. Their comfort meant I instinctively reached for them whenever I was running out the door.


We are the team behind the (now defunct) menswear website Epochs. Epochs examined the cultural and social history of menswear and produced some well received articles in the menswear community (e.g. Epochs Field Guide to Nautical Clothing, Epochs Field Guide to Camoflauge). We pride ourselves on our in-depth approach to research and focus on good design.


Comfort: Comfort is one of the most important areas we looked at. It is the culmination of a number of other contributing factors such as fit, materials, and quality of insoles. Shoes should be comfortable out of the box and remain comfortable for long walks in the summer heat without resulting in irritation. We discuss fit, materials, and insoles in more detail below.


Sizing: An annoying fact of footwear is difference of fit across the industry. Different sizing systems in the US, UK, Europe and Japan create additional headaches. Shoes that fit true to size are preferred, but we try to offer guidance on sizing for any shoes we tested. We advise shopping somewhere with a good return policy so an ill fitting pair can be returned or swapped.


Insole: A large factor in comfort and we paid particular attention to them. They should be thick, soft, supportive and removable. The foam of the insole (if it exists) should be plush and bouncy. Insoles should be removable to aid cleaning and to be replaced if needed. The internal layers between the insole and outsole can be difficult to identify without ripping apart the shoe so we instead deferred to how the shoes feel underfoot.


Aesthetics: We looked for minimal detailing and in a plain white or off-white colour way. The plainness of the footwear is one of the reasons it will work well with a large variety of outfits.


Outsole material: The outsoles were made of vulcanised rubber. The soles are bonded to the upper with high heat. This process cures the rubber and makes it hard wearing and flexible. Sometimes the soles are directly bonded to the upper using this process (e.g. Spring Court), other times an interface known as foxing is wrapped around the sides to help bond the sole to the upper (e.g. Vans).


Origin: Where the shoes are made. Much production of footwear happens in Asia today but some smaller companies manufacture in Europe. The shoes we tested came from five different countries: Vietnam, China, Slovakia, Spain, and the Philippines. Much of the knowledge of footwear manufacture exists in Asia today, which means it is difficult for companies to manufacture elsewhere at scale.


Transparency: Most companies we tested were not transparent about the conditions of their factories (even those made in Europe, surprisingly) or their supply chains, which we found disappointing. We researched this information online and also leaned on Good On You, a eco fashion brand database, where possible.


Price: The price was deliberately restricted to a more accessible price point (sub 80) as we felt this was appropriate for a lightweight pair of single-season shoes. This meant we avoided testing the luxe end of the market which included Japanese brands like Doek (145) and Shoes Like Pottery (109), and techbro favourite Allbirds (95-120). We tested a range of price points within the sub 80 bracket.


The ARKET Canvas Trainers were somewhat uncomfortable, felt cheaply made, had stiff uppers, and fit large. Although they appear to have once been available for women, that is no longer the case and only the men's version is now available. For this reason we discounted them. They are made in China.


Of course the ubiquitous Converse had to feature in our testing. We chose the more upmarket Converse Chuck Taylor 1970s Ox, which feature improved quality and a removable insole over their more basic counterparts. The insole proved very comfortable and impressed us. However we found the shoes narrow fitting and thought they were overly elongated in appearance. They are quite expensive at 65 and not deserving of this price tag: Cheaper shoes performed better and our top pick can be had for 4 more. They are made in Vietnam.


You would be mistaken for thinking the Spring Court G2 Scratch is a sister to our Spring Court pick, but it is more of a distant cousin. Although they bear a close resemblance, this shoe is actually made a continent away from our Spanish top pick, over in Vietnam. Other than that, and the lack of laces, these were as comfortable as our top pick, and presented similar sizing issues (slightly too narrow and needing an EU size up for a comfortable fit with wide fitting feet). The scratch/velcro twist is a divisive styling option, equally bringing to mind an old folks home, a Westworld style mental institution or a child that has yet to master their laces. Ultimately we felt the scratches were a bit too long, and after some use had an annoying tendency to bend upwards even when tied down.


The good looks of the Tretorn Nylite couldn't overcome their okay-ness in our testing. They were not uncomfortable, but also weren't particularly comfortable either. The non-removable insole did its job but didn't excel like our top picks. The upper was slightly stiff out of the box, resulting in some discomfort at the heel which faded after a couple of wears. Being owned by the "Authentic Brands Group", coupled with okay construction, makes this Swedish brand feel anything but authentic. They're also relatively expensive at 60. Having said all that, the looks may be enough to sway some to take the plunge. They are made in Vietnam.


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I'm thinking about tweaking this script a bit. Safe Exam Browser outputs a long string that is basically a hash of a few things. This code would be injected into the header information of the page. Two options - the hash hard coded into the javascript file or another string added to the test instructions.


The hash works as so -- when you setup a config in safe exam browser, locking down to specific websites, no downloads, no nav, etc it generates a hash. If the hash on the client of SEB doesn't match the one in the script it wouldn't allow the test to load. Use case of this would be to prevent students with admin privileges from installing their own copy of Safe Exam Browser with minimal restrictions to bypass the restrictions set by the school. Downside any time the config is changed or SEB is updated to a new version the javascript or test instructions string would have to be updated.

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