Quechua Women’s Waterproof Mountain Walking Shoes – MH500 Blue – UK 8

A spot of wet weather shouldn’t stop you enjoying a hike. With good grip and cushioning, these waterproof mountain walking shoes also have a split leather upper to keep your feet comfortable.

Benefits:
Anatomic design
– Soft split leather on the front of the upper will shape to your foot.

Lightweight
– 347 g per boot in eu size 39

Robustness
– Rubber stone guard at the front and plastic at the back of the foot

Traction
– Highly non-slip rubber outsole with 4,5mm gripping studs.

Cushioning
– Thick eva foam midsole: comfort and protection from the ground

Waterproof
– Waterproof and breathable membrane lining: your feet dry for 6hr in all weather

Foot support
– Weblock system on the final two lace eyelets, to make sure the foot is secured.

Technical informations
What frequency and intensity of hiking?
We have classified our products in terms of performance and features for 3 levels of mountain walking:
– Occasional: around ten hikes per year of about 3 to 4 hours’ duration, less than 10km and less than 700m of elevation gain.
– Regular: about 20 outings per year. 4 to 6 hours, 10 to 20 km, 700 to 1200m of elevation gain per outing.
– Intensive: more than 20 times a year. More than 6 hours, more than 20 km, 1200 to 2000m of elevation gain per outing.

Outdoor contact sole
New high-performance sole with our new exclusive rubber blend developed by our experts. More grippy, more durable. The sole is designed for better grip using 3d simulations and then laboratory tested to assess the coefficient of grip on different surfaces and conditions. Field tests in the mountains allow us to do the final validation with a panel of testers.

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.

Extended waterproofing
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.

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 tipshow to try on your shoes?
– Some decathlon stores have a test route.
Try on both shoes, standing up, with the socks worn for hiking. 2. Tighten the laces, taking care to correctly balance the tightening.
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.

Try on several sizes and models.

Break them in gradually to adapt them to your foot.

How to prevent blisters
– Blisters generally develop when the skin is weakened by friction. In order to prevent them from occurring, we recommend the following: – choose a shoe in your size.
– Wear suitable socks
– Tie and tighten your shoes properly.
– Don’t hesitate to readjust your lace fastening during activity, particularly before tackling a climb or descent.
– Wear your shoes on a short trip for the first use.

Which socks?
A waterproof shoe will be less breathable than a non-waterproof shoe. Socks like the mh500, mh520 and mh900 with a medium upper are therefore preferable for wicking away perspiration and reducing friction.

Optimise the capabilities of your shoes by replacing your insoles
The original insole in your boots is designed to accommodate most feet. A change of insole can bring:
– Improved support: some soles are preformed or reinforced to better support the arch of the foot.
– More comfort: the insoles can also provide heat and/or cushioning.
– 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.

Composition
– Outer sole of: 55.0% synthetic rubber, 45.0% ethylene vinyl acetate; upper of: 2.0% polyurethane, 38.0% polyester, 60.0% leather – bovine – split; lining and sock of: 100.0% polyester

Tips for storage and maintenance
Storage tips
– Store in a well-ventilated dark, dry place.

Restrictions on use
– Do not use as personal protective equipment.

Tests and warranty
Warranty
– 2 years

What’s in the box
1 x Quechua Women’s Waterproof Mountain Walking Shoes – MH500 Blue