Maintenance methods for anti-slip mountaineering shoes

If hiking shoes are not used for a long time, their service life will be reduced if they are not properly maintained. Therefore, you must keep the hiking shoes clean and dry at ordinary times. Put them in a ventilated and dry place when not in use, and do not expose them to the sun for a long time. At the same time, you should also avoid rust on your hiking shoes, which is very detrimental to the service life of the hiking shoes. In addition, it is best to use professional cleaning agents when cleaning. Here we talk about a few maintenance tips.

1. Clean out the debris inside the shoes and take out the insoles and wash them separately.

2. Try to keep your shoes clean, especially after each activity, at least use a soft-bristled brush to brush off the dirt and dust on your shoes.

3. When there is a lot of dust, use a soft brush (such as a toothbrush) to gently brush the shoe surface back and forth (the shoe surface must be dry). If there are oily or stubborn stains, use a soft brush dipped in soap to clean and rinse it. For stains that are not particularly stubborn, you can also try to use an eraser used by elementary school students. The effect is very good and can remove most stains.

4. Shoes made of most materials can be cleaned with neutral soap and water (be careful not to use any detergent for cleaning). Drain the wet shoes, stuff them with newspaper and place them in a cool and ventilated place. Do not use fire or a dryer to dry them, as this will damage the material of the shoes (especially Gore-Tex and FIRST-TEX shoes).

5. Some minor damages and scratches can be handled by yourself. The specific method is to use a knife or scissors to trim the damaged areas when the leather surface is dry. Then use a file or sandpaper (select according to the degree of damage and operation needs, to have a certain grinding effect), and then use a harder brush to brush back and forth or rotate the repair area. This can restore the shoe upper to a certain extent. The effect is still very good. Of course, it is impossible to completely restore it to its new state.

Good hiking shoes will get twice the result with half the effort. If you hike frequently, the wear and tear on the hiking shoes will be quite large, so they need to be well maintained on a daily basis. After all, a pair of hiking shoes is very expensive. Once a tacit understanding is reached between the owner and the shoe, the climber will feel more comfortable wearing it, which will bring great convenience to the climber and also ensure the climber's safety.