Accessories (Work shoes)

Only with an insole approved by the manufacturer. The shoe is tested and certified including the insole it ships with; a different sole changes the clearance under the toe cap, the antistatic chain and the fit. If you need orthopedic insoles, choose a model that's suitable for that.

Brush off mud once it's dry, clean the leather with a damp cloth and grease or impregnate it regularly. Never dry wet shoes by a heater: the leather hardens and cracks. Alternating between two pairs gives the shoes time to dry completely and almost doubles their lifespan.

Preferably measure the old lace and choose the same length. As a guideline, laces of about 100 cm fit low shoes and 120 cm fit mid-height models. High shoes with many eyelets or hooks often need a longer lace. If the lace is too long, you get tangled more easily; too short and you cannot tie the shoe properly.

That depends on how intensively you use the shoes, but with daily use, replacing after about six to twelve months is a good guideline. Replace the insole sooner if it has flattened, tears or keeps smelling. A worn insole gives less cushioning and support, so your feet and back tire more quickly.