Grippy soles on flat natural trails
Extensive lab research went into the design of the sole. We chose a specific rubber formula that optimizes grip and resistance. We try to find the best compromise for walking on both loose off-road terrain and hard, stony trails.
Designed for use on nature trails.
Our walking shoes are designed for use on off-road trails. We choose the sole and upper components for our footwear and test them to ensure they're perfectly suited to walking on loose trails (e.g. unpaved forest paths) or rocky trails (e.g. rocky coastal paths). Wearing them on paved roads could cause premature wear and discomfort. They're not suitable for mountain hiking.
Lab-tested
Laboratory tests were conducted to test the following elements: tearing eyelets and straps, gluing, toxicology, UV resistance, abrasion resistance of outsole and upper components, accelerated aging. These tests allow us to improve product quality and prevent premature wear.
How to choose the size of walking shoes
Try on both shoes, standing up, wearing your hiking socks. Try on several models or sizes if necessary. Check two comfort points:
- the heel seating
- the front of the foot on a downward slope
Avoid any pressure points when fitting. Feel free to walk around the store. Break your shoes in gradually during your first few hiking trips.
The shoe/sock combination plays an important role.
There are multiple factors that contribute to the formation of blisters when walking: rubbing, a crease in the sock, moisture, a shoe size that is too small or too big, etc. So, it's important to choose the right size and wear socks made of the right material for your walking shoes.
How to choose the right size of walking socks
You need to choose the correct sock size for your feet to prevent any extra creases from forming. These folds may form because the sock is too big, with too much material around your foot, or because the sock is too small and pulled toward the inside of the foot.
How to choose the right walking sock fabric
Moisture must be effectively managed when walking: We sweat, it’s bound to happen. If your shoe is breathable, it will wick away moisture from your perspiration. This means you need to choose socks that are also light and breathable. If your shoes are relatively waterproof, you'll make a different choice for rain protection: choose a sock that will absorb your sweat and wick it as far as possible away from your foot.
Which socks are adapted to the NH100 shoes?
These shoes are slightly breathable, but not enough to release all the moisture created by your sweat. We recommend the NH100 Mid socks: they contain moisture-absorbing cotton and have a reverse terry-knit structure underneath that wicks moisture away from your foot. They're also high enough to protect your ankles from the shoes. A great way to minimize blisters.
Warranty
Our hiking shoes are guaranteed for 2 years.
Our commitment? To offer you long-lasting products that you can use on all your country walks. Because the products that we love the most are those that have lived the most adventures and will continue to live them!
