Features and varieties of men's rubber shoes

Rubber footwear includes rubber-textile, all-rubber footwear, as well as models with a top made of plastics. The main task of such models is to protect a person from moisture, dirt, acid-base, oil solutions, as well as mechanical damage and electric shock. Let's dwell on the features of such shoes.

Life in our natural and climatic zone assumes that a man has a variety of shoes, which is why in everyone's wardrobe there must be rubber models... Moreover, it does not matter at all whether you live in nature or in the city - the presence of waterproof shoes can significantly simplify life in some situations. Many can say that in a city where there is asphalt all around, there is no need for such models. This is not true.

First, as practice shows, asphalt is not present everywhere. And secondly, there are puddles on it, which often cannot be avoided or jumped over. Here are just a few of the situations in which rubber shoes will come in handy.

1. If you live in a new building, where the process of improving the territory is in full swing.
2. After a heavy rain, when the sidewalks turn into real rivers.
3. During country walks and visits to the cottage.
4. And if you live outside the city, then there is even nothing to argue about - even if your yard is paved with tiles, you are unlikely to lay stone paths in the garden or asphalt it. And the rural streets are far from ideal, and you have to move along them all the time.
5. And, of course, rubber shoes are relevant when hiking on a river or in the forest, especially in autumn and spring, when dirt roads turn into mush and moving along them is unthinkable without boots.

The following requirements are imposed on rubber products:

• water resistance;
• light weight;
• ease of donning;
• reliable fixation on the foot;
• softness.

Rubber shoes for men can be very different destiny... So, in production used fishing boots, models with anti-slip and acid-alkali-resistant soles, frost-resistant products, as well as models designed to protect feet from petroleum products, industrial oils and fat-containing substances. Indispensable in the work of an electrician dielectric galoshes.

Rubber models for sports are used for visiting the fitness room, for training and for outdoor activities. Usually it comes in the form of sneakers or sneakers with a textile upper or low shoes. Can be solid rubber or made from polymers (polyethylene, polyurethane or polyvinyl chloride).

Household footwear indispensable to protect a man's legs from dirt, moisture, as well as low temperatures and mechanical stress. Depending on the season, it is divided into demi-season, and lightweight summer and warmed winter.

The assortment of men's rubber shoes in modern stores is represented by semi-athletic boots, shoes, as well as boots, ankle boots and galoshes. Depending on the design of the nose, you can purchase models with a wide, tapered, round, semicircular or blunt toe. At the same time, the size of the heel can be small - up to 25 mm, medium - from 25 to 45 mm and without a heel. Models with high heels for men are not produced.

Rubber shoes can be made in several ways:

• stamping;
• glue method;
• molding;
• high pressure casting.

Shoes can be solid rubber or rubber-textile... In the first case, both the top and bottom of the model are made of rubber. And in the second, only the sole is made of rubber, and the upper is made of other materials, most often textiles and faux suede.

In previous years, rubber boots belonged to the category work shoes, therefore, they were made mainly in black, marsh or dark green. But modern fashion dictates its own rules, these days models in bright saturated shades are considered relevant.

In recent years, you can find rubber boots in bright red color in stores. Of course, not every man is ready to purchase such an accessory for himself, which is why stylists suggest combining such shoes with sportswear. Do not be afraid of this contrasting shade - such shoes can become a truly bright and practical thing in your wardrobe.

However, for those of the stronger sex who prefer laconic shades, models are always relevant black and blue colors. These colors do not lose their relevance today, their undoubted advantage is that they are universal - they can be combined with both sports and business style of clothing.

When choosing rubber shoes, it is very important visually inspect her... No mechanical damage (cracks, delamination) and sagging on the outer surface are allowed here. Uncomfortable use can be indicated by a rupture of the lining and walls, as well as lagging of the lining from the rubber itself, or the presence of pressed folds on the lining.

On models with fabric top there should be no small stains and rubber products with a lacquered film should have a glossy surface... When buying, special attention should be paid to correctness markings... A small print must be present on the heel or bootleg, containing data on the time of manufacture, the size of the model, its article number and symbol. In addition, the manufacturer's trademark is applied here.

Today, many well-known world brands are engaged in the production of stylish men's shoes from rubber. Especially popular are American and Finnish products, good quality things are also produced in our country, and Italian rubber boots are recognized as the most expensive. - the cost of some models reaches several thousand dollars.