To reduce our environmental impact
For these shoes, we chose components that are more environmentally friendly:
- natural, chrome-free leather
-Upper (front of the shoe, tongue, and top of the shoe): 100% recycled polyester
- tongue and ankle support lining: 100% recycled polyester
- Laces and loops: 100% recycled polyester
- Insole: 85% recycled polyurethane foam and 100% recycled polyester lining
- Outsole: 30% recycled rubber
Grippy soles on flat natural trails
Extensive lab research went into designing this sole. We chose a specific rubber formula that optimizes grip and resistance. Since needs are often different, we're always looking for the best solution for walking along loose nature trails like unpaved forest paths.
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
Lab tested for 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.
Where does our leather come from?
We use nubuck leather. It has a soft, silky feel.
These shoes are made with cow leather. We do not slaughter animals to obtain this leather: we only use food industry waste. The leather on these shoes originates from France and is tanned in Spain.
How to look after your leather shoes
After your hike, we recommend you:
- Dry your shoes away from any heat sources
- Brush the dry leather vigorously with a stiff brush to remove mud and dirt
- Use a crepe brush or nubuck eraser to remove stains
- If the stains persist, clean with a brush and a little warm water
- Leave to dry
- Brush again with a stiff brush
- Use spray-on waterproofing: this will make the leather shine and bring out the colours
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 must choose the right sock size for your foot to prevent additional creases in the sock: if your socks are too big, they will develop folds and wrinkles that will rub and may cause blisters, and if your socks are too small and they can create pressure points and sock slippage.
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.
What socks should you wear with the NH500 shoes?
Although these shoes have a breathable waterproof membrane, they don't eliminate moisture from perspiration as effectively as ventilated shoes. You should choose NH500 Low or Mid socks: they contain moisture-absorbing cotton and have a reverse terry-knit structure that wicks moisture away from your feet. They're high enough to protect your ankles from the shoes. It's an excellent combination for reducing the chance of 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!
