Meindl Ohio 2 GTX men’s hiking shoe

The Meindl Ohio 2 GTX® hiking shoe is a comfortable, flexible, waterproof shoe for men. The outer material is made of a high-quality leather and the fabric used gives the shoe a sportier appearance. Category A/B: The shoe is suitable for walks on flat terrain, medium mountains or pre-alps for good to less good trails.

The Gore-Tex® lining not only ensures that the shoe is completely waterproof, but also continues to ventilate well. Water from the outside is stopped by the membrane, water vapor (perspiration) is transported from the inside to the outside. It is important to wear the right (hiking) socks here. For more information, go to:

https://www.antilopeoutdoor.nl/lp/goedewandelsokken .

Due to the good counter (= heel piece) in the shoe and a firm padding around the ankle, the heel stays in place and the shoe provides good support.

Instead of a shank, which provides reinforcement in the sole in many shoes, the Ohio 2 GTX® is equipped with a fire sole. This sole is made of plastic instead of leather and provides more stability. Furthermore, the sole is preformed, which in turn ensures a smooth transition.

The combination of technical properties makes the Ohio 2 GTX® a real all-rounder with which you can get along excellently in our (wet) forest areas, extensive heathland and on rocky paths, but also in the Alps for a light walk.

Meindl has included the Ohio 2 GTX® in the Category: Traditional Handmade Shoe. This guarantees stability and comfort. Furthermore, the sole is irregular in shape so that the shoe provides the right support on all kinds of terrain.

The insole in the shoe is removable. The following insole is included with the shoe: Leather Footbed, this insole is made of good quality tanned leather in combination with a soft foam.

Good maintenance for these shoes

It is advisable to impregnate your hiking boots with a water-repellent spray suitable for shoes with a membrane before using them for the first time. When purchasing a pair of hiking boots at our store, we do this the first time.

The nubuck leather of this Ohio 2 GTX® can be nourished with a conditioner or wax. Over time, when using a waxed agent, the leather will look like smooth leather. Brushing with a nubuck brush restores the nubuck structure of the leather.

Cleaning the hiking boots

First clean your shoes with a soft brush or lukewarm water and then let them air dry. A heater or hair dryer is strongly discouraged! Also rinse the inside of your shoes once in a while. This way you remove the salt crystals from perspiration and the membrane will retain its breathable properties. Air drying is also recommended after this. If necessary, fill with kitchen paper or newspaper to aid the drying process. Always follow the instructions of your chosen maintenance product carefully.

Or take a look at our maintenance tips:

https://www.antilopeoutdoor.nl/blog/wandelen/maintenance-je-wandelschoenen