What are the Meindl Men’s Chile GTX Boots?
Say hello to your new trekking favourites: the Meindl Men's Chile GTX Boots. They combine classic style with excellent performance and are tailored for long walks and gentle alpine explorations, ensuring comfort and reliability every step of the way.
What are they made from?
The upper part of the Meindl Chile GTX Boots is crafted from waxed nubuck leather. This material is chosen for its exceptional durability and resilience, making it well-suited for rugged and challenging outdoor environments. Nubuck is top-grain leather that has been sanded to create a soft, suede-like texture. Waxing enhances its resistance to water, stains, and abrasions.
The GORE-TEX lining in these shoes ensures your feet remain comfortable and dry in any weather. This highly regarded waterproof and breathable membrane technology acts as a protective shield, blocking external moisture from entering the boots while permitting moisture vapour, like sweat, to escape. This dual-action mechanism keeps your feet drier and more ventilated, making these boots suitable for diverse conditions, from rainy hikes to hot treks.
Meindl's Soft Print footbeds are Air-Active for moisture absorbency and feature a Vildona dry sole underside, which pulls moisture away from the foot creating a good foot climate as you walk. They also feature memory foam, offering comfort and natural shock absorbency.
These boots come with a Meindl DUO-DUR III sole, a versatile component suitable for various outdoor terrains and activities. These soles offer a harmonious blend of soft cushioning and a reliable Meindl Multigriff profile. Notable features of these soles include a forward-protruding cleat at the front of the heel, providing enhanced grip and bite, especially on challenging surfaces.
The open-angle tread design ensures that the sole self-cleans as you walk, preventing debris buildup and maintaining consistent traction even in messy or muddy conditions.
Furthermore, strategically placed cleats in the centre of the sole ensure a multi-directional grip, promoting stability and confidence across various terrains.
What are its features?
These boots come with a soft padded leather cuff that provides exceptional cushioning and support, making it a blessing during long hikes. The padded cuff not only enhances the overall comfort of the boots but also helps prevent chafing and discomfort, allowing you to focus on your adventure without worrying about sore ankles.
Thanks to two lace system zones, you can adjust the laces in two separate ways, the upper and lower sections, so that you can fine-tune the fit according to your unique foot shape and walking style. The result is a secure and personalised fit that provides optimum support and stability, reducing the chances of discomfort or foot fatigue during extended treks.
The seamless instep design is another thoughtful feature that contributes to your overall comfort while reducing the risk of blisters. The absence of seams in this critical area means there are no potential friction points that could lead to irritation.
Features:
- Waxed nubuck leather upper
- GORE-TEX lining
- Air-Active footbed
- Meindl Duo-Dur III Rubber Grip Sole with PU Wedge
- 2-Zone lacing system
- Soft padded leather cuff
- Seamless instep design
- Meindl Multigriff sole profile