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by PowerElectronix 30 days ago
The thick soles and their geometry are designed with heel stricking in mind, as it allows for a longer stride while not injuring your heel and not losing energy (that otherwise would be dissipated in the heel impact).

It is an unnatural, unhealthy way of running and it rewards the runner with the better gear instead of the one with bettertechnique and conditioning.