QUECHUA

WATERPROOF MOUNTAIN HIKING SHOES - MH500 - GREY - MEN

$499
Ref. : 8504162

At the foot of the Mont Blanc, we designed these waterproof boots for regular hikers. Discover the mountains, comfortable at every step.

Hike in comfort: the EVOFIT concept that adapts to your foot. Hike safely: a leather upper with rubber stone-guards and a strong grip outsole.

Color: granite / lime green

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Products benefits

Traction

Highly non-slip rubber outsole with 5mm gripping studs.

Impact protection

Durable rubber stone guards at the front and back of the foot.

Waterproof

Waterproof and breathable membrane lining: your feet dry for 8hr in all weather

Cushioning

EVA foam with different density at the heel: comfort/protection from the ground.

Anatomic design

EVOFIT concept, generous fit that adapts to the width of the front of the foot

Lightweight

430 g per shoe in size 8

Technical information

WHICH HIKING FREQUENCY AND INTENSITY?

We have classified our product in terms of performance and function to suit the 3 levels of Mountain Walking:
- Occasional: a dozen hikes a year for approximately 3 to 4 hours, under 10 km and under 700m of vertical distance.
- Regular: twenty outings a year. 4 to 6 hours, 10 to 20 km, 700 to 1200m of vertical distance per outing.
- Intensive: for over 20 outings per year. For over 6 hours, over 20 km, 1200 to 2000m of vertical distance per outing.

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION

For the inner sole fabric coating of these shoes, we dye the thread during manufacturing to reduce the environmental impact. Textile dyeing requires a lot of water but also produces waste water from the dye baths. To reduce this environmental impact, we use a mass pigmentation process that involves adding the colour pigments when the yarn itself is produced.

SOLE WITH GRIP

The grip of our soles is certified.
To be awarded certification, the boots must pass laboratory tests to assess the grip rate on different surfaces (Smooth, Rugged, Dry, Wet). To validate these tests, we assess the quality of our soles in the field, in the mountains, by a panel of representative testers over 500 km

Waterproofing test

In a laboratory, the boot is immersed in water to mid-height on a mechanical arm that flexes to simulates a number of steps. With this test we can determine a time and number of km that the boot can walk while staying dry.
Then we confirm in the field or under the rain, that the shoe meets its promises.

Making waterproofing last longer

To keep your feet dry, we advise you to use a waterproof gaiter or mini-gaiter to protect the top of your boots and prevent water, pebbles and sand from getting in.

We advise re-waterproofing your boots twice a year using a re-waterproofing agent (search for ‘waterproofing’ on our Decathlon website) which will help you restore the original water-repellent qualities and help prevent stains on the outside.

EVOFIT concept

This boot is fitted with the EVOFIT concept. With its stretch materials and specific design for the area of the foot where the joints are located, EVOFIT technology allows the boot to perfectly fit the shape of your foot.

PRODUCT DESIGN: OUR EXPERTISE

Our Quechua global design centre is based in Passy, at the foot of Mont-Blanc in Haute Savoie.
This location makes it a real meeting place for our teams (designers, product managers, engineers, etc.) and outdoor sports enthusiasts.
A great asset for designing our mountain walking products and providing you with all our expertise.

Which size should I select?

The most important thing is to try on several sizes and styles of boots to find the one most suited to you!
You can take a size above your usual one to prevent the toes from bumping into the toe box when going downhill, provided the foot is properly supported to avoid friction.
Tip: keep your toenails short and, before a long descent, check that your lacing is tight enough to prevent your foot from sliding forwards inside the boot.

BUYING TIPS / HOW DO YOU TRY YOUR BOOTS ON?

Some Decathlon stores have a test route.
1. Try on both shoes, standing up, with the socks worn for hiking. 2. Tighten the laces, taking care to correctly balance the tightening.
3. Check two points:
- the heel does not come up before the boot when you walk uphill.
- the foot does not slide and the toes do not press against the front when going downhill.
4. Try on several sizes and models.

Break them in gradually to adapt them to your foot.

Which socks?

A waterproof shoe will be less breathable than a non-waterproof shoe. Socks like the MH500 with a medium-length upper are therefore better for wicking away perspiration and reducing friction.

Optimise the capabilities of your boots: replace your insoles!

The original insole in your boots is designed to accommodate most feet. A change of insole can bring:
1. Improved support: some soles are preformed or reinforced to better support the arch of the foot. 2. More comfort: the insoles can also provide heat and/or cushioning.
3. Longer life: restore the support and comfort of your shoes by replacing the insole each season.

How should you look after your boots?

- Leave to air dry.
- Remove dry mud with a stiff brush.
- Clean marks using a brush and some warm water
- Leave to dry
- Spray with a re-waterproofing product to restore the water-resistance to the upper.

Warranty

2 years

Product concept & technology

Product Composition

Outer sole of 65% Synthetic Rubber, 30% Ethylene Vinyl Acetate, 5% Polyamide Upper of 46.5% Leather - Bovine - Split, 35.6% Polyurethane, 17.9% Polyester Lining and sock of 100% Polyester

STOCK ADVICE

Store in a well ventilated dark, dry place.

TESTS

All our models are tested by users representative of our target market in conditions identical to those you encounter yourself when using them. We believe that carrying out 'real-life' testing is the only way to design and continuously advance the technical relevance and design of all our Quechua products.

Maintenance advice

Hand wash. Dry in the open air..

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