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VIBRAM WATERPROOF LEATHER TREKKING SHOES - MT500 ULTRA - MEN HIGH

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These waterproof shoes provide maximum comfort and support on relatively difficult trails with moderate to steep slopes.

Are you looking for reassuring footwear that will stand the test of time? With its authentic, 100% full-grain leather construction, this model will bring comfort and durability to any mountain environment.

Color : abyss blue / clay yellow

  • 40 Not available online, check in store
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PRODUCT BENEFITS

Hook

Vibram® rubber outsole for excellent grip on dry and greasy surfaces

Waterproofing

Waterproof membrane validated over 20 km of hiking in water up to mid-stem level

Friction resistance

Leather upper and rubber forefoot "stone guard" for added resistance

Product maintenance

High stem with 2 high hooks and 1 locking hook + Xankle system

Unrolling the foot

Semi-rigid sole for a good compromise between foot roll and precision of stance

Weight

700 grams per shoe in size 42

Amortization

Light PU midsole for high-performance cushioning

IMAGES

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CHAUSSURES TREKKING CUIR IMPERMEABLES VIBRAM - MT500 ULTRA - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING CUIR IMPERMEABLES VIBRAM - MT500 ULTRA - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING CUIR IMPERMEABLES VIBRAM - MT500 ULTRA - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING CUIR IMPERMEABLES VIBRAM - MT500 ULTRA - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING CUIR IMPERMEABLES VIBRAM - MT500 ULTRA - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING CUIR IMPERMEABLES VIBRAM - MT500 ULTRA - HOMME HAUTE

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Where are our trekking boots made?

These trekking boots are made in the European Union, in Romania, in a factory specialized in the production of trekking boots.

Advantages of the locking hook

Effectively dissociate the lacing of the lower and upper parts
This allows you to adjust the lacing to the shape of your foot and give your ankle more or less freedom. To lock this first tightening of the lower part, tie a simple knot at instep level, or use your shoe's blocker.
All our trekking shoes offer this option.

VIBRAM®. The grip and adherence of our soles

Our VIBRAM®-certified soles offer excellent grip on dry or wet off-road terrain, and on dirt or rock. In short, formidable!
Its notched tread will also give you the grip you need on wet and greasy terrain

"medium-width sole". The wider the sole, the more flexible it generally becomes. As a result, with this sole, walking remains comfortable on most paths without losing stability.

The waterproofing test carried out on this model

This shoe has been validated on the waterproofness test at 50,000 repeatable flexes, i.e. 20 km - 8 hours of walking in water up to mid-tide, which today guarantees an excellent level of waterproofness at shoe level.

--> Our evaluation indicates a level of 4 /5 which offers waterproofness for 8 hours of hiking in the rain.

Details of the tests carried out to evaluate the waterproofness of our shoes can be found a little further down in the specifications.

Increase the waterproofness of your footwear with a gaiter

Waterproof footwear is often compromised by the ingress of water through the upper part of the shoe.
--> To keep feet dry longer, we recommend using a waterproof gaiter or mini-gaiter to protect the upper part of the shoe from water ingress, but also from stones and sand.

Model perfectly suited to this model MT500 trekking gaiter black (8347880)

Extend the water resistance of this leather model

Even if this model has a membrane (waterproof-breathable), it's advisable to use a re-waterproofing spray a few times a year, to restore the original water repellency and combat external stains
--> The aim is to restore the water repellency of the outer material (water beads up and doesn't seep through). Every part of the fabric is sprayed, and don't forget the sewing threads. (Water loves sewing threads!! )

Application of water-repellent reactivator

1/ Use a brush and/or sponge to clean and remove dirt or mud residues.
2/ Leave to dry in the open air, away from a heat source.
3/ Shake the waterproofing spray can 5€
4/ Spray on the product from a distance of 25 cm
5/ Leave to work for at least 10 minutes.
Caution: Do not rub or wipe.

Highly resistant models

In addition to the various laboratory tests, these shoes have also been field-tested by keen trekkers during a 500 km RESISTANCE TEST MISSION, on trails such as the GR5 and the Canary Islands trekking trails. Watch the film of this test mission by clicking on this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5o2h5v5RsU

Main complementary laboratory tests

Laboratory tests are carried out to validate the following elements:
- hook and eye pull-out
- sole bonding
- toxicology
- UV resistance
- abrasion of sole and upper components
- accelerated ageing.

Can only be used with strap crampons

This model of trekking boot allows the occasional use of STRAP CRAMPS ONLY. Its rigidity is sufficient for occasional use of strap crampons, while guaranteeing excellent walking comfort.

Which size to choose?

For hiking, don't hesitate to go one size larger than your usual shoe size, to ensure optimum comfort on the way down, and to prevent your toes from banging against the ground. Tip: keep your nails short and check that your lacing prevents your foot from slipping forward.

5 waterproofing level

In the waterproof test, we test 5 levels of waterproofness:
2,000 flexes (approx. 4 km , 30 min walk)
10,000 flexes (approx. 10 km , 3 hours walk)
30,000 flexes (approx. 15 km , 6 hours walk)
50,000 flexes (approx. 20 km ,8 hours walk)
100,000 flexes (approx. >20 km , 24 hours walk)

Waterproof test / 100% WATERPROOF laboratory-validated

Our shoes are tested in the laboratory using two consecutive tests
Test 1 / We test the effectiveness of the membrane alone by immersing it in water under air pressure, simply checking for the absence of bubbles at the surface "like a punctured inner tube".
Test 2 / Using a mechanical arm to simulate walking, the entire shoe is half immersed in water and flexed thousands of times to check that the inside of the shoe remains dry and therefore waterproof.

Tips / how to try on your shoes

To choose the right shoe:
1. Try on both shoes, standing up, with the socks you use for hiking.
2. Tighten the laces correctly
3. Check two important comfort points: heel seat and forefoot downhill.
4. Stand up to walk with your shoes on.
5. Try on several sizes and models.
6. Use your shoes gradually on your first hikes, to get them to fit properly.

Warranty

2 years

COMPOSITIONS / ADVICE

Composition

Exterior in 85% Leather, 5% Synthetic Rubber, 5% Thermoplastic Polyurethane, 5% Polyamide Sole in 50% Polyurethane, 40% Synthetic Rubber, 10% Thermoplastic Polyurethane Interior in 90% Polyester, 10% Leather

STOCK TIPS

Store away from moisture and light in a well-ventilated area.

Restrictions

Not suitable for pure mountaineering.

TESTS

All our shoes are tested for comfort and use, by users representative of those for whom the products are designed, in conditions identical to those you would find in use. In particular, our "Test Missions" bring together the product manager and people not affiliated with FORCLAZ to test, develop and validate our products.

Approved by

The medium and high mountain guides of the ASTER association, who work closely with our designers and engineers FORCLAZ on the development of our hiking boots.

This model can accept the use of strap crampons only occasionally.
For example, this model https://www.decathlon.fr/p/crampons-d-alpinisme-caiman-2-lanieres/_/R-p-9186?mc=8212786&c=BLEU

Maintenance tips

Hand wash

USER REVIEWS

Questions & answers