Quechua NH500 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots

Upper of: 60.0% Leather - Bovine - Full Grain, 30.0% Polyester (PES) - Recycled, 10.0% Polyurethane ; Outer sole of: 60.0% Rubber - Synthetic, 40.0% Ethylene Vinyl Acetate ; Lining and sock of: 100.0% Polyester (PES) - Recycled

This sole’s design is the result of long-term research carried out in our labs. It is composed of a specific rubber formula that optimizes grip and resistance. Given the variety of different needs, we always seek the best compromise between muddy off-road trails (like a forest path) and stony trails (like a coastal path).

Our walking boots are designed for use on off-road trails. We select the components of the sole and upper of our boots and test them to ensure that they are ideally suited to walking on loose trails (e.g. unpaved forest paths) or rocky trails (e.g. rocky coastal paths). Road use (asphalt) may lead to premature wear on your boots and cause discomfort. They are not suitable for mountain walking.

We use a leather known as “nubuck”. It has a soft and silky touch.The leather used for these boots is of bovine origin. We do not kill any animals to obtain this leather: we only use leather waste from the agrofood industry. The leather for these boots comes from French hides that are then tanned in Spain.

After hikes, we suggest that you:- Leave your boots to dry near a heat source- Using a hard-bristled brush, brush the dry leather vigorously to remove any mud and dirt - Use a soft-bristled brush or nubuck eraser to remove any stains- For stubborn stains, clean using a brush and a little warm water.- Leave to dry- Brush again using a hard-bristled brush- Spray with a waterproofing product: this will make the leather shine and bring out the colors

These boots feature a membrane that has been laboratory and field tested to ensure optimal waterproofing and breathability. First, the boot is immersed in water while internal air pressure is applied to check that no bubbles form on the surface of the footwear. Next, boots are fitted to a mechanical arm that simulates walking and half immersed in water so we can test that the inside remains perfectly dry.

When tested for waterproofness, we test 3 levels of waterproofness:- Flexed 2000 times, approx. 2 hours’ walking- flexed 4000 times, approx. 4 hours’ walking- flexed 8000 times, approx. 8 hours’ walkingThe NH500 Mid WP Women’s Boots were laboratory tested to withstand being flexed 8000 times. This means that they stay waterproof for up to 8 hours’ walkingObviously, once they have dried out, they regain all of their original waterproofing properties.

We recommend you use a waterproofing spray product on your boots several times a year, to restore their water-repellent properties and to prevent staining.

Laboratory trials are conducted to test the following elements: tearing of the eyelets and straps, bonding, toxicology, UV resistance, abrasion of the sole and components of the upper, accelerated aging. We use these tests to improve the quality of our products and prevent the premature wear of our hiking boots.

Our design team devises, dreams up and designs the Quechua product range at the foot of Mont Blanc in France. We test them in the field with other hikers to make sure that they are comfortable and hard-wearing (e.g. Fontainebleau forest, Brittany). We head out onto as many different terrains as possible, in all weather conditions. These sessions involve a lot of discussions. We use these to get your feedback and prepare our future collections!

We recommend you store your boots in a dry place away from damp and direct sunlight, with ventilation if possible.

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