What are the Banks GTX Boots?
The Banks GTX from Hanwag is a mid-ankle hiking boot made with incredibly high-quality materials, sourced entirely from Europe. They are a pair of fully waterproof, comfortable walking boots designed to be worn all day on light trails in the mountains, woodlands and coastal paths. They’re the ideal boot for all-year-round UK adventures.
What is it made of?
Fabrics: The Banks are made using a combination of high-quality nubuck and suede leather. Not only is leather tough and breathable, but it is also naturally water-resistant, helping add a bit of reinforcement to the Gore-Tex lining.
Membrane: This leather upper is backed by a Gore-Tex membrane, providing full waterproof protection to the entire shoe. A DWR treatment is then applied to provide extra protection, ensuring that water beads off the fabric during light rain and showers.
Midsole: The Banks feature a PU foam wedge midsole for added comfort and shock absorption.
Sole: Hanwag then uses their own ‘Endurance Hike’ outsole, which is made using 10% recycled rubber. It’s tough and built for use on a wide variety of surfaces.
What are the features?
The Banks feature a high-quality footbed and soft heel reinforcement for added comfort over long distances. The shoes also feature a ‘Futura’ integrated tongue construction to help protect from debris ingress and easy adjustment.
- Comfortable
- Waterproof
- Made in Europe: materials 100% sourced from European suppliers
- Grippy "Endurance Hike" outsole
- High-quality nubuck and suede leather
- GORE-TEX
- Adjustable Futura tongue construction for easy entry