FORCLAZ

WATERPROOF TREKKING SHOES - VIBRAM - MT900 MATRYX - MEN HIGH

130.-
Ref. : 8550245

These waterproof shoes provide comfort and foot support on relatively difficult, moderately steep to steep trails.

Looking for innovative footwear? Resistant, waterproof and lightweight? Equipped with high-resistance MATRYX® fabric, they'll quickly become your best allies on any terrain.

Color : copper-brown

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PRODUCT BENEFITS

Adhesion

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

Resistance

High-performance Matryx® fabric and 100% rubber stone guard

Product maintenance

High stem with 2 high hooks +1 locking hook + X-shaped ankle system

Unrolling the foot

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

Amortization

Light PU midsole for durable, high-performance cushioning

Weight

Only 620 g per shoe in size 42

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CHAUSSURES TREKKING IMPERMÉABLES - VIBRAM - MT900 MATRYX - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING IMPERMÉABLES - VIBRAM - MT900 MATRYX - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING IMPERMÉABLES - VIBRAM - MT900 MATRYX - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING IMPERMÉABLES - VIBRAM - MT900 MATRYX - HOMME HAUTE
CHAUSSURES TREKKING IMPERMÉABLES - VIBRAM - MT900 MATRYX - HOMME HAUTE

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Technical data

Lacing system Open hook + webbing
Blocking hook
Rubber front stone guard
Waterproof, breathable membrane
EVA midsole + soft PAD
PU heel insert
Outsole: Vibram® ForclazDesign with thick, deep lugs.
Composition lining: textile
Composition upper: high-strength textile Matryx®EVO
Weight: 620 g
Fit: medium
Made in Europe

Where are our trekking boots made?

These shoes are made in Romania, in a factory specialized in the production of hiking boots.

Main components of the upper: made in France / CHAMATEX

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

The grip of our soles is VIBRAM®-labeled, providing excellent grip on dry ground, dirt or rock.
In short, formidable! The VIBRAM® notching also gives you the grip you need on greasy, damp ground.
Medium-width sole: the wider the sole, the more flexible it tends to become.
So, with this sole, you can walk comfortably on most paths without losing stability.

MATRYX®, an innovative, ultra-resistant textile from French know-how

The durability of MATRYX® technology is undeniable. The fact that some fabrics are designed in France and made from polyester yarns adds to our commitment to the development of durable products.

MATRYX® EVO

MATRYX® EVO is a Jacquard fabric with an integrated lining. A technical composite of a PU 550dtex-coated PA warp and a PU 550dtex-coated PA weft.
A PES 167dtex lining.
Integration of aramid yarns throughout the upper to ensure good support and high abrasion resistance in the areas of the shoe most sensitive to friction.

The level of waterproofness of this shoe

This shoe has been waterproofed to 50,000 repeatable flexes, i.e. 20 km of walking in water up to mid-stem. This now guarantees a very good level of waterproofness for our shoes.

--> 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.

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 waterproofing of this textile 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). Each textile part is then sprayed, taking care not to forget the sewing threads (water loves sewing threads!!).

Waterproofing my textile shoes with a water-repellent reactivator

1/ Use a brush and/or sponge to clean and remove dirt or mud residues.
2/ Then allow 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.

Link below to the spray :

Highly resistant models

In addition to various laboratory tests, these shoes were field-tested by keen trekkers during a 500 km mission, for example on the GR5 trails and the trekking paths of the Canary Islands.

Main complementary laboratory tests

Laboratory tests are conducted to validate the following elements:
- hook and eyelet 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 for occasional use of strap-on crampons only. Its rigidity is sufficient for occasional use of strap crampons, while guaranteeing excellent walking comfort.

https://www.decathlon.fr/p/crampons-d-alpinisme-caiman-2-lanieres/_/R-p-9186?mc=8212786&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtrnuBRDXARIsABiN-7ADHOa1Ivqjeba-6L4HjHF88mWLsL5rlmpz0zrXB9YfKALqI0lTYuIaArxaEALw_wcB

Choosing the right shoe size is a major challenge.

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.

The waterproofing test carried out on this model

Our shoes are tested in the laboratory using 2 consecutive tests.
Test 1: We test the effectiveness of the membrane alone when immersed in water under air pressure. We simply check for the absence of bubbles at the surface, as with a punctured inner tube.
Test 2: Using a mechanical arm to simulate walking, the complete shoes are half immersed in water and flexed thousands of times to check that the inside of the shoe remains dry and therefore waterproof.

5 levels of waterproofing

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)

Try on your shoes step by step

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

Warranty

2 years

COMPOSITIONS / ADVICE

Composition

Sole: 45% synthetic rubber, 40% polyurethane, 15% ethylene vinyl acetate Exterior: 45% polyamide, 25% thermoplastic polyurethane, 20% polyester, 10% synthetic rubber Interior: 100% polyester

STOCK TIPS

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

Restrictions

Not suitable for mountaineering.

TESTS

All our shoes are tested for comfort and use, by users representative of those for whom the products are designed and under conditions identical to those you might experience. To test, develop and validate our products, our Test Missions involve the product manager and people from outside FORCLAZ.

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