How to maintain your hiking boots
As mud season arrives and trails turn into a clay bath, we've come up with a way to properly clean your hiking shoes after a hike, so you can keep exploring through rain and rivers without holding back.
Dirt, grit and moisture build up fast and work their way into seams, soles and stitching, breaking down the technical materials on your trekking shoes and the water-repellent coatings that keep them performing in unpredictable conditions.
That’s why proper maintenance of your hiking boots is crucial to help them go the distance with you through many more trails. We're bringing you the full guide to caring for your muddy shoes, from leather boots to canvas and pleather hikers, with a specialized cleaning set that will make all the difference on your next adventure.
In this guide:
What you need to clean your hiking boots
How to clean your hiking shoes: step by step
Why Choose adidas CARE by DFNS?
What you need to clean your hiking boots
When talking materials, this is an easy one: the adidas CARE by DFNS Boot Cleaning Kit has all you need to care for your muddy trail shoes. Inside, you'll find:
- A sturdy brush attached to a 250 ml bottle
- 100 ml of cleaning solution
- A microfiber cloth
Every part of the kit works together, and it’s engineered to fight dirt and stains from your boots while staying kind to their specialized materials, so your hiking shoes keep performing season after season, and looking clean as new.
How to clean your hiking boots: step-by-step
The best part is that your new post-trail routine only takes 5 steps:
1. MIX
Add some cleaner and water inside the bottle and turn the cap shut to mix.
2. APPLY
Turn the cap counter-clockwise until the yellow stripe shows. Squeeze the bottle to apply the mix over your hiking shoes.
3. SCRUB
Brush your shoes thoroughly in a circular motion, working the solution into muddy soles, stitching and tread.
4. WIPE
Use the microfiber cloth to wipe the foam away.
4. DRY
Let the shoes air-dry for 24 hours out of direct sunlight.
Why Choose adidas CARE by DFNS?
We're committed to guiding you so you can keep your favorite adidas footwear, apparel and gear in play for longer with specialized formulas and packaging. That's the foundation of how we design our solutions to fit every season, purpose, and athlete's lifestyle. If you want more care tips or to know more about how to use our care products, here's our full playbook of tutorials to keep your gear in play for longer:
