Men’s waterproof hiking boots, MH500 Light - Orange

Designed for regular hikers, these boots meet mountain demands Whether you’re walking for pleasure or a challenge, they support you every step of the way.

traction

Ultra-grippy OUTDOOR CONTACT sole, 5 mm crampons, guaranteed stability

robustness

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

waterproof

Waterproof membrane and seamless upper for great water resistance

cushioning

Thick EVA sole for greater comfort and impact protection

The frequency and intensity of hiking

Our products are ranked according to three levels of practice.
1. Occasional use: 10 hikes per year of about a 3-4 hour duration, covering less than 10 km and less than 700 m in elevation gain.
2. Regular: 20 outings of a 4-6 hour duration, 10 to 20 km, 700 to 1,200 m in elevation gain
3. Intensive: more than 20 outings of more than a 6 hour duration, more than 20 km, 1,200 to 2,000 m of elevation gain.

What size should you choose?

We advise you to try on several sizes and styles of boots to find the one best 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.

how to try on your boots?

1. Try on both boots, while standing up, with the socks worn for hiking.
2. Tighten the laces, distributing the tension evenly.
3. Check two aspects:
- that your heel doesn’t lift up before the boot when walking on an incline
- that your foot doesn’t slip; and also that your toes don’t hit the front on the downhill.

The technical nature of the Outdoor Contact sole

The increased grip and resistance of this high-performance sole are due to an exclusive rubber blend. The design of the sole is what strengthens the grip. Our laboratory tests evaluate the grip coefficient on various surfaces/conditions, while our field tests in the mountains confirm it.

What’s the difference between traction and grip?

Traction optimises propulsion, prevents the boot from slipping backwards and stabilises it. It depends on the number and shape of the boot crampons.
Grip prevents the boot from slipping and skidding on smooth ground or in demanding conditions.

How to prolong the waterproofness?

We advise you to re-waterproof your boots twice a year, using a waterproofing product (available on our website/in Decathlon shops) to continue to protect them from water. You can use waterproof gaiters to prevent the infiltration of water from the top of the boot.

How to care for your boots

1. Leave your boots to air dry.
2. Remove dry mud with a stiff brush.
3. Clean stains with a brush and some warm water and leave to dry.
4. Use a re-waterproofing spray to restore water-repellency on the upper.

replace your insoles

The original insole in your boots is designed to accommodate most feet. A change of insole can offer:
- Better support (preformed or reinforced soles)
- More comfort (warmth and/or cushioning)
- A longer boot lifespan.

What’s the weight of this pair?

Each shoe weighs 360 g in size 43.
It offers a good balance between lightness and protection.

Waterproofing test

We carry out tests in the laboratory. The boot is immersed in water to mid-height on a mechanical arm that flexes to simulate a certain number of steps. With this test we can determine the time and number of kilometres that the boot can walk while staying dry. Then we confirm these capacities out in the field and under the rain, with usage tests.

Approved by

To meet your requirements, Quechua products are tested in the mountains in conditions you will 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.

Storage advice

Store your boots in a well-ventilated room away from light and moisture.

Component

Outer sole of: 40.0% Ethylene Vinyl Acetate, 60.0% Butadiene Rubber

Component

Upper of: 5.0% Elastane, 45.0% Polyurethane, 50.0% Polyester

Component

Lining and sock of: 30.0% Polyurethane, 70.0% Polyester