V.GAN Waterproof Vegan Hiking Boots
V.GAN Waterproof vegan hiking boots are the ideal sustainable swap, if you like climbing England’s mountains or going on walking trails. These boots are top-quality, easy to clean and will last for years.
Ethically made in Tunisia, the uppers are scuff-resistsant and the boots themselves are fully waterproof, with sealed seams, a bellows tongue and a special breathable membrane.
The Vibram rubber injection outsole has been designed for grip, traction and stability. And the footbed is super comfortable. Also in black.
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Why choose vegan hiking boots?
Hiking boots should be good quality to feel comfortable and avoid blisters (and also waterproof to protect from England’s changeable weather).
But conventional leather is not always a by-product of meat. And most brands are made in the Far East, which has few or no animal welfare laws. Plus the leather-tanning industry is polluting to both planet and people.
Instead, choosing quality vegan boots is a better choice. These are made from quality microfibers (not plastic!) so let your feet breeathe. They are easy to clean with a damp cloth (to remove oil stains, just apply a little baking soda to absorb). Remove stubborn stains with a zero waste cotton bud dipped in rubbing alcohol.
Dry wet boots in the shade (avoid direct sun or heat).
Zero waste hiking (leave no trace)
- Never leave litter (not even fruit peels or nut shells as they take a long time to break down). Don’t light fires or barbecues and if you smoke, use a personal ashtray to immediately extinguishe cigarettes.
- Choose biodegradable non-scented beauty/cleaning/laundry products (use at least 70 adult steps away from streams, lakes and rivers). Same for going to the loo!
- Follow the Countryside Code to keep all creatures safe (it’s the law to keep dogs on leads on Open Access land from 1 March and 31 July). Keep them away from high peaks (Nearly Uphill has safety tips). At the coast, keep dogs away from nesting birds and sand dunes (learn how to keep dogs safe by the seaside (check beach bans before travel).
- Sheep on their backs (due to pregnancy or rain-soaked wool) will die if nobody uprights them, due to fermenting grass, as they can’t right themselves. To help, grab a handful of wool on the sheep’s side and gently roll it away from you, to right it back up. Then stay with it, until the sheep recovers and rain has drained off the wool.
- Report farm animal concerns to farmers with a friendly work. If no joy, call RSPCA or Crimestoppers (anonymous).
