Caring for and maintaining your hiking shoes is key to their longevity and performance. Don't have the time - or the motivation? Leave it to the experts of our in-house shoe maintenance workshop.
Shoe maintenance: all-in care
In just three steps, we'll get your hiking shoes looking like new, restoring their breathability and making sure water beads off the surface once again.
Here's how our experts get your shoes ready for new adventures:
Step 1: Cleaning the inside
Salt crystals and bacteria build up inside your shoes and can clog the membrane (such as GORE-TEX). A deep clean solves that problem - quite literally.
Step 2: Cleaning the outside
We remove all visible - and invisible - dirt using a technical cleaning product suited to the material of your shoes. They'll be as clean as ever.
Step 3: Waterproofing or waxing
Depending on what your shoes are made of, we'll use the appropriate product to restore their water repellency and breathability. Ready to hit the trail again!
Shoe care: pricing overview
Prices vary depending on the material your shoes are made of. Leather, for instance, requires more care and therefore costs a little more. Both waterproof and non-waterproof shoes are welcome.
Included: a free extra
Every pair of shoes we maintain, comes with a free pair of laces.
It's our small way of saying thank you for extending the life of your gear - something we fully support as part of our corporate responsibility.
Before & after: in pictures
How to use our shoe care service
Step 1
Brush off the worst of the dirt from your hiking shoes.
Bring your dry shoes to your nearest A.S.Adventure store.
Step 2
A staff member will let you know the exact price for the service.
All good? Then we'll get to work! You'll get an email once your shoes are ready.
Step 3
Pick up your shoes from the same store and get ready for your next adventure!
You only pay when you collect your shoes - eco vouchers are accepted.
How long before I get my shoes back?
The average turnaround for our shoe care service is 1 to 2 weeks, depending on how busy our workshop is. So, make sure you bring in your shoes when you can do without them for a little while.
Eco-friendly care products
For every type of shoe care, we use products from Grangers: environmentally friendly and PFC-free. So by using our shoe care service, you're looking after both your gear and the planet.
Why maintain your shoes?
• Shoes that absorb water and dirt quickly lose their breathability. That's why it's smart to give them a quick clean after each hike.
• Proper and regular maintenance helps your shoes last much longer. Great for you, because you get to enjoy your quality gear for years - and even better for the planet.
• Technical properties like waterproofness and breathability fade over time. A deep clean - with the right products and proper method - brings your shoes back to life!
Frequently asked questions
Standard care products aren't made for technical materials. They can contain ingredients that damage waterproof membranes like GORE-TEX or Futurelight. They might also leave behind residues that attract water instead of repelling it - the exact opposite of what you want!
Any hiking shoes from brands that A.S.Adventure stocks are welcome - even if you bought them elsewhere.
Prices depend on the material your shoes are made of. Leather, suede and nubuck require more care and therefore cost a little more.
By the way, did you know that Explore More members get a discount on shoe maintenance? Explore More is our community of outdoor enthusiasts who love the great outdoors. We provide them with inspiration, tips and exclusive benefits. Want to join? Sign up for free in one of our stores or online. Or just subscribe to our newsletter - you'll automatically join the community!
Your shoes will be ready for pickup within one to two weeks at the same store where you dropped them off.
Our experts follow a three-step process:
• For waterproof shoes: we clean the inside first.
• Next, we give the outside a thorough clean.
• Finally, we restore water repellency and breathability through reproofing. Leather shoes are also treated with conditioner or wax.
We use Grangers: their products are PFC-free and environmentally friendly.
Not at all - as long as they're from a brand we stock, our in-house experts will know exactly how to treat them.
This service is available exclusively to Explore More members. Not a member yet? No problem: you can join for free in one of our stores or online.
No. A.S.Adventure offers a standard two-year warranty on all purchases. That remains unchanged. With proper maintenance, though, you'll enjoy your gear far beyond that.
No, please make sure your shoes aren't wet and/or caked in mud when you drop them off. They should be dry and the worst dirt should be brushed off.
Brush off the worst of the dirt. You may also remove the laces and insoles beforehand if you like.
Leather shoes may temporarily darken after cleaning and waxing. That's perfectly normal, and this will fade eventually - they'll look good as new.
Got nubuck or suede shoes? When the leather starts to dry out, our experts will treat it with conditioner or wax. This may alter its appearance slightly. Using a soft brush designed for these delicate materials, we'll restore their natural, soft look.
In the rare case that your shoes show defects after our maintenance, we'll assess whether the damage can be repaired free of charge. If not, we may offer you a voucher for the original purchase amount. Refunds are not possible.
Those who take good care of their gear can enjoy it for longer and are being environmentally friendly. We would like to help you with that with the services from Care & Repair.
Eco vouchers?
In-store and online.
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