HIMALAYA
Meindl Himalaya is the boot of choice for those who need a injury preventative multipurpose and all-terrain boot that offers high durability features.
The Meindl Himalaya is exceptionally supportive and built to provide increased durability over other models in the range. Denser and thicker leather, higher and thicker protective rubber rand and less exposed external seams combine to reduce the chance of wear and tear related damage.
The Himalaya is designed to function as a general purpose outdoor boot and to cover as much of the spectrum of terrain and use types as possible. Ideal for movement across broken or steep terrain when load carriage is medium to heavy (20-60kg+) and equally flexible for use on trails and paths.
The boots are most at home in temperate environments. A favourite boot amongst professional users who demand longevity despite constant use such as Outdoor Guides, Farmers and DOC Rangers.
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Advice from Meindl
- This boot is awesome for activities in temperate environments. In very hot environments it may be quite warm on the feet.
- For sizes larger than 12 consider our Meindl Glockner.
- The boot is an ideal choice when you are carrying medium to heavy loads (20-60+kg).
- For Meindl fans who had the venerable Makalu, these are similar to the last iteration of that boot, just a tad more flexible. Himalaya is a good choice to replace the Makalu if you don't want a Glockner.
- Most users report that the Himalaya is less flexible than the Island. This is due to the less flexible, firmer and stronger upper materials, less seams and slightly more rigid shank. These boots will break in very nicely after a couple of days use round home and will become trusted friends out in the wops.
- Ankle support is substantial in these boots but most users end up wearing them in every situation and terrain because they are just so comfy. The boot shaft is flexible enough to allow driving.
- Apply Meindl Sport Wax liberally to the heel flex zone, the exposed seams and toe flex zones to prevent leather drying and cracking in these high wear zones.
- Take care to read the Nubuk leather care instructions in this website and don’t dry them too fast by the fire in the hut 😉!
- Sport Wax will make the leather go several shades darker and give it a smooth waxed finish.
- If you need larger than a size 12UK in this style, please check out the Meindl Dovre!
Care Product
Meindl Sport Wax
Himalaya Design Priorities
Himalaya Features
- High durability features such as high thick rubber rand and reduced external stitching.
- Internal polymer toe cap with generous volume.
- PU foam midsole for optimised shock absorption, vibration dampening, rebound and flexibility.
- Rubber outsole optimised for use in rural terrain with self-cleaning profile.
- Very comfortable orthotic full-length differential tapered polyamide shank with defined torsion and flexation zones. Medium flex to provide optimum support in as much of the use spectrum and terrain types as possible.
- Flexible Semiauto Crampon compatible via heel spoiler.
- Multi-core Polyaramid reinforced laces for ultimate strength and reliability
- Synthetic internal structure supports to balance ankle support and flexibility. Rigidity and ankle support is optimised for use in heavy load carrying situations and movement across broken terrain.
- DIGAfix® lacing system. Provides perfect support to the ankle and holds the heel into the boots heel counter to increase stability and guard against heel rubbing and blisters.
- Open shaft laces hooks for quick don and doff.
- GORE-TEX® lining for 100% waterproofness and vapour permeable breathability.
- Meindl Air pumping and moisture drainage system. During walking motion air is forced through channels in the upper and tongue material. This serves to drive out water and increase the vapour release of the GORE-TEX® lining.
- Meindl (MFS) Memory Foam System. Heat activated responsive memory foam padding in key fit and support areas to ensure an amazingly customised fit.
- AIR-ACTIVE® SOFT PRINT footbed by Vildona® wicks perspiration from the feet and transport it away from the sole to the permeable lining.
- Aggressive Meindl Multigriff® sole pattern provides optimum balance of adhesion, braking, lateral stability and toe thrust.
- Meindl differential walking system. Differential roll effect is produced by the shank and sole to encourage efficient gait.
- Weight: 890gm per shoe in size 8UK
- Height: 18cm in size 8UK
- UK 6-12 in half sizes.
- Select your usual size.
- Checkout and confirm the order.
- Submit your feet pictures using the instructions below and we'll assess and provide advice before dispatch!
