The Malham is a day hiking boot for hill waking on paths and trails. The leather is very soft and supple to give excellent comfort with very little ‘walking in required’. The Malham boot is made on the Altberg AForme last which has a narrow heel and waist, the toe of the boot is sprung slightly upwards, so that the boot rolls forward when walking, which enhances comfort and balance on hills and uneven terrain. The boot is very lightweight (672g size 9) and the micro layer between the sole and foot gives excellent shock absorption.
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Details
Width
AForme - slightly wide forefoot and narrow heel. For additional information see fitting advice at bottom of this page or click on the AForme logo.
Sizes
3-14 UK (inc ½ sizes)
Upper
1.6-1.8mm Nida Hydro soft supple full grain leather
Lining
Sympatex® breathable 4 layer lining with military grade waterproof membrane interlayer
Midsole
Tri-Flex® 2, a combination of medium flex and torsional resistance suitable for lower level trail walking
Sole
Defender Hi-Traction Sole - excellent up-hill traction and downhill braking. Slip Resistance: highest level SRC (ISO EN 20345:2012). Anti-Static: (ISO EN 20344:6.2.2.2 (345). Oil Resistance: (ISO EN 20345:2012). Shock Absorption of Heel: (ISO EN 20344:2012: 5.1.4).
The AForme refers to the more asymmetric shape of the last. Many of the features are taken from running shoe characteristics, a narrower heel and waist to hold and support the rear of the foot, an increased upwards toe lift (rocker), reduced sideways pressure on the large toe, and a wider forefoot with slightly above medium volume.
