Hiking Shoe Care

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Your mountain boots are one of the most important pieces of equipment that protect your feet in harsh natural conditions. With good and regular maintenance, you can use a quality mountain boot for years. Here are the things you need to do to extend the life of your shoes and improve their performance:

After the activity, thoroughly clean your mountain shoes with water and let them dry at normal room temperature. This will ensure that your shoes remain hygienic and that the materials are not damaged.

To speed up drying, you can stuff absorbent material such as newspaper inside your boots. This will help the insides dry faster.

Leather shoes should never be dried in an extremely hot place (near a fire, on a radiator). This can cause the leather to crack and deteriorate.

After leather shoes are cleaned and dried, they need to be maintained. Following the manufacturer's recommendations will give you the best results. Wax is usually applied to leather shoes to ensure waterproofing and prevent the leather from drying out.

For Cordura and suede shoes, water-proofing sprays and liquids can be used. You may need to be extra careful not to lose the suede structure in suede shoes. For this reason, using special sprays suitable for these types of shoes will give better results.

Store your mountain shoes in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place when not in use. Checking and airing your shoes that you have not used for a long time before the activity and applying wax to make them waterproof will also help you get better results from your shoes during your activities.

1. Cleaning : Clean your shoes thoroughly with water.
2. Drying : Use absorbent materials such as newspaper to speed up drying.
3. Leather Shoes : After drying, treat with wax according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
4. Cordura and Suede Shoes : Use appropriate sprays and liquids to ensure waterproofing.
5. Storage : Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place when not in use.

Taking care of your shoes is key to keeping them long-lasting and performing at all times. With the right care, your mountain shoes will carry you safely for years to come. Happy hiking! 🏞️🥾✨

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