The leather material is naturally water resistant, but is further backed by a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane that keeps your feet dry from the outside to the inside.Designed for challenging expeditions and arduous conditions, the resilient Men\'s Quest 4D 4 GTX Hiking Boot from Salomon gets a thumbs up from us for grip on rock-strewn terrain.The tongue is connected to the upper on both sides, preventing debris from entering the shoe, and keeping the tongue centred. The Ortholite insole is shaped closely to the inner shoe to make your journey from the bottom to the top of the hill as stress-free as possible whilst making your foot sweat less. Furthermore, the mudguard does what is says on the tin by shielding the lateral and medial sides of the foot from mud and debris.SensiFit on these Salomon hiking shoes looks out for your feet, nursing the feet whilst they work hard on the hill.SensiFit - cradles the foot from the midsole to the lacing systemMoulded OrthoLite insole - provides superior cushioningProtective mudguards - shields your feet from gunk and mudNubuck leather - naturally water-resistant and durableWater-repellent - special non-absorbent treatment applied for extra protectionActive Support - ankle-focused supportGusseted tongue & protective toecapTraditional lacing system with eyeletsMesh and textile lining - a soft, breathable lining for extreme comfortPFC freeColour: Black