Women’s Waterproof Country Walking Shoes NH500 Mid WP
Store Availability
Store availability
BENEFITS
Lightweight
Each boot weighs just 360 g in size 6
Traction
Sole design and 4 mm spike clears mud easily
Grip
Sole composition & design promotes resistance and grip | 4 mm spikes
Cushioning
EVA outer sole with dual hardness to increase comfort on natural trails
Fitting comfort
5mm thick, breathable and ergonomic insole | Removable insole
Waterproof
Waterproof and breathable membrane | Tested for an 8 hour hike under the rain
Foot support
High upper | Lacing with 5 eyelets or hooks for support
TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS
Grippy soles on natural footpaths
The sole’s design is the result of long research carried out in our labs. It is composed of a specific rubber formula which optimises grip and traction. Since not all needs are the same, we are always looking for the best solution to develop on loose, country trails (unpaved forest paths) and mineral trails (like a coastal path).
Designed for use on hiking trails
Our walking shoes are designed for use on off-road trails. Indeed, we choose the components of the sole and upper of our boots and test them to ensure that they are ideally suited to walking on loose trails (e.g. unpaved forest paths) or rocky trails (e.g. rocky coastal paths). Road use (tarmac) may lead to premature wear on your boots and cause discomfort. They are not suitable for mountain walking.
What is the origin of our leather?
We use a leather called ‘nubuck’. It has a soft, silky feel.
The leather used in these shoes comes from cows. We do not kill any animals to obtain this leather: we only use leather waste from the agrofood industry.
How to maintain your leather shoes?
After your hikes, we advise you to:
- Leave your shoes to dry near a heat source
- Brusquely brush, using a hard-bristled brush, the dry leather to remove any mud and dirt
- Use a soft-bristled brush or nubuck eraser to remove any stains
- If the stains are stubborn, clean them using a brush and a little warm water
- Leave to dry
- Brush again using a hard-bristled brush
- Spray with a waterproofing product: this will make the leather shine and bring out the colours
Waterproofing test
Laboratory- and field- tested, these shoes have a membrane to ensure optimal waterproofing and breathability. First, the shoe is immersed in water while internal air pressure is applied to check that no bubbles form on the surface of the footwear. Next, shoes are fitted to a mechanical arm that simulates walking and half immersed in water so we can test that the inside remains perfectly dry.
3 levels of waterproofing
During the waterproofness test, we test 3 levels of waterproofness:
- flexed 2000 times, approx. 2 hours’ walking
- flexed 4000 times, approx. 4 hours’ walking
- flexed 8000 times, approx. 8 hours’ walking
The NH500 Mid WP women’s boots were laboratory tested to withstand being flexed 8000 times. They are therefore waterproof for 8 hours walking. Of course, once the shoes have dried out, they are waterproof once again.
How to maintain the waterproofing of your shoes?
We advise that you use a waterproofing spray product on your shoes several times per year, to restore their water-repellent property and to prevent staining.
Tested for optimal durability
Laboratory tests were also conducted to test the following elements: tearing eyelets and straps, gluing, toxicology, UV resistance, abrasion resistance of outsole and upper components, accelerated ageing. These tests allow us to improve the quality of our products and prevent premature wear of our hiking shoes.
COMPOSITION
composition
Upper of: 10.0% Polyurethane, 30.0% Polyester, 60.0% Leather - Bovine - Full Grain; Outer sole of: 60.0% Synthetic Rubber, 40.0% Ethylene Vinyl Acetate; Lining and sock of: 100.0% Polyester
Tips for storage and maintenance
Storage tips
We recommend you store your boots in a dry, dark and, if possible, ventilated place.
Restrictions on use
Not recommended for hikes at high altitude or on tarmac
TESTS AND WARRANTY
Test product
It’s in France, at the foot of Mont Blanc, that our design team conceives, designs and creates Quechua products. We test them in the field with other hikers to check their comfort and durability. The Forest of Fontainebleau or in Brittany, for example. We go to as many different places as possible, in all weather conditions. This creates plenty of opportunities for discussions to get your feedback which is used to plan our future products!
Warranty
2 Years
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To meet your requirements, Quechua products are tested out in the heart of nature in the type of conditions you may encounter during your hikes. Our teams, as well as a tester panel (made up of partners, ambassadors and customers), test products throughout their development until they go to market.
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Ecodesign approach
With ecodesign, we reduce the environmental impact of our products.
Analysing the product's environmental footprint enabled us to identify the most impactful stages of its life cycle. Thanks to this approach, our design teams were able to develop this product while significantly reducing its environmental impact.
Ecodesign actions on this product
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MaterialRecycled polyamide
Product made from 1% recycled polyamide
Using recycled polyamide rather than conventional polyamide reduces the CO2 emissions linked to the material by at least 38%.
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Environmental ImpactDesigned to reduce environmental impact
Product made with a CO2eq reduction of 10% compared to the previous or similar product
Our design teams are working to develop processes that will reduce the impact of a product, while preserving its technical characteristics. This reduction relates to the following indicators: climate change, air pollution, water pollution and resource depletion.
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Material
Recycled polyester
Product made from 2% recycled polyester
Using recycled polyester rather than conventional polyester reduces the CO2 emissions linked to the material by at least 17%.
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MaterialRubber recycled
Product made from 9% recycled rubber
Using recycled rubber rather than conventional rubber reduces the CO2 emissions linked to the material by at least 26%.