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Week 1 Summary: Days 0-7

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Entry -002: How

The Bootleg Modifications

It passed the abrasion test. It passed the strength test. It passed the folding test. It past all the tests. But when we started using it, it didn't meet our expectations.

- Tom Sachs

Entry to be an official wear tester has come and gone. But this fangirl wear tester will not be deterred! Here is a brief rundown on my thoughts and plans prior to beginning the program. By scouring youtube (remember, owned by google), I've been able to reverse engineer the material that wear testers received.

The Shoe

My wear testing will still be in service to another Nike shoe. It's a shoe that shares inspiration and mission with the Mars Yard Shoe. It comes from the Space Hippie collection.

The 04 model is what is available so that is what I have gotten. Here is how they are similar:

A brief analysis:

The Log

I've repurposed a a field notes notebook.

Space Hippie Weartester Log

The Bag

I'm not planning on returning these (ok, unless you send me the 03's Nike - just kidding, don't, at least until they are like, 90% recycled material by weight). But in lieu of a dope custom zpacks bag, I'll use one of these packing bags.

The ID

For this, I will have to hack into the Sachs Research Laboratory database using my 2012 ID and modify some programs to create a valid ID for this project. A successful database infiltration means that I must utilize some other relics for the hack.

Relics for Hacking: Outdated ID, Official A Space Program Sticker, Hello Kitty Print, Fangirl Moonboot Print

Since it's for the benefit of the same company, I hope they don't mind. I solemnly swear to do no harm. Just some interdepartmental synergy and collaboration.

Light Hacking Complete

Newly Minted ID Card

The Shirt

I'm good. I have so many shirts.

The Plan

Participation in the program remains open to all who are willing to put in the work.

After completion of hacking the database to create a modified but totally valid ID and obtaining the test specimens, I will follow the challenges and syllabus on the program's website. To ensure good use, I will plan additional stress tests. I already have some questions that must be answered through testing:

Will they allow me to run faster than my dogs, 1st and 2nd cadet?

Will they endure potential chewing from my young pup, 2nd cadet?

Will they endure hikes, walks, stairs and banana bread runs?

Will they endure Seattle rain?

Will they be good footbag shoes?

Will they be good running shoes?

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