Step 1: Research
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various types of athletic shoes that are available on the market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Shoe speciality - cross trainers, runners, basketball shoes, walking shoes
- High arch, neutral arch or flat footed
- Construction
- Comfort
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your new athletic shoes are the “perfect fit” for you.
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- What type of exercise do you do?
- How often do you work out?
- Do you have any health issues?
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Step 1: Evaluation
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular pair of athletic shoes meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- Advantages of different types
- Cushioning and foot-type considerations
- Materials
- Stability
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the athletic shoes and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing athletic shoes to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which pair of athletic shoes are the best value for money?
- Which has the best support for my feet?
- Which athletic shoes are the most comfortable?
- Which do I like the best?
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Step 1: Purchase
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy athletic shoes and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, over the phone, mail order, department store or specialty store
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask
- Ordering and delivery - return policies, guarantees, insurance
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