The uniqueness of shoes manufactured by the Italian company Geox lies in its ability to “breathe” and the lack of analogues. As far as one can judge from the reviews, almost all consumers who wore Geox shoes like it.
The year the Geox brand was founded (the company specializes in the manufacture of clothing and footwear from "breathable" materials) - 1995. The founder of the company is Mario Moretti Polegato.
A bit about Geox
Geox has patented several inventions regarding innovative technologies and materials. With its own research center, the brand collaborates with third-party experimental laboratories owned by major technology universities. The modern technique used in production is focused on the development of the most airtight sole made of leather without losing the last of its natural qualities. One of the stages of research work ended with the invention of membranes.
Winter Waterproof Geox Boots for Adults
Winter waterproof boots are created in accordance with the patented method of Breathable Thermal Insulation. The sole of the boots consists of a porous rubberized material and is equipped with an air-permeable membrane. Thanks to this structure, the original Geox shoes do not “sweat”, since moisture, not lingering inside, is removed through the pores.
From the outside, the shoes are also protected from getting wet, so their wearer's feet are always warm and dry.
The upper part of this model, according to the description provided by the manufacturer, is made of textiles and synthetics. The sole on the inside is equipped with an anatomical felt insole. The inner lining is made of the same material.
On top of the shoes are fastened with two Velcro.
Sizes and their correspondence to foot length
If the length of the female foot:
- 220 millimeters, lady’s foot size, according to the Geox dimensional grid, is the 34th;
- 223 millimeters in terms of the Geox size scale corresponds to a size of 34.5;
- 227 millimeters - the 35th size;
- 240 millimeters - the 37th;
- 250 millimeters is the size of the 38th.
If the foot length of a man is:
- 280 millimeters, he is the owner of the 42nd size;
- 285 millimeters give the owner of the 43rd size;
- 290 millimeters correspond to the 44th size;
- 295 millimeters - the 45th.
Buyers note that the Geox dimensional grid is different from the usual, generally accepted. But, despite this, the size is 100% consistent. This can be seen from the reviews. The dimensional grid of Geox children's shoes is as follows:
- children's foot length 93 mm corresponds to the 15th size of the Geox;
- foot length of 100 millimeters corresponds to 16 size;
- 107, 110, 113, 117 and 120 millimeters - 17, 17.5, 18, 18.5, 19 sizes respectively.
Winter boots with a membrane sole - not for citizens ...
This conclusion suggests itself after reading reviews of Geox winter shoes left by consumers - residents of cities who bought shoes with a "breathing" membrane.
Moreover, negative reviews do not relate so much to the quality of the boots and the technology of their manufacture, as to the chemicals that are used on the post-Soviet territory to treat icy sidewalks.
At first, buyers report that the shoes only bring joy: they really “breathe”, the feet are warm, and the light sole is very easy to wash away from dirt. This continues until the membranes are corroded by "chemistry" scattered in the pedestrian zone. As a result, the sole begins to let in cold air.
Conclusion: Geox winter boots with membrane soles are not suitable for citizens of the CIS living in cities.
Children's winter shoes Geox. Parent reviews
According to consumers living in the former Soviet Union, Geox manufactures two types of children's shoes: for “post-Soviet” and Central European frosts.
As you know, the winter in Central Europe differs significantly from the post-Soviet one - on the coldest days the thermometer’s column drops to a maximum of -5 ° . According to reviews, children's winter shoes Geox is woolen and textile lining. Little owners of a more insulated version, according to the testimony of their parents, can go in regular tights all winter, regardless of temperature and humidity level.
By the way, children's boots with a wool lining have one feature. If the child, going for a walk, puts on terry tights, the legs may sweat from overheating.
Judging by the reviews of parents living in the territory of the former USSR, along with first-class boots, neatly tailored and made from natural materials, roughly “knocked-down” shoes peacefully coexist, resembling an inept attempt to fake the original. According to the results of wear, both models perfectly perform their main functions - they do not get wet. The advantage of shoes made from natural materials is that when the size of the legs of the oldest child increases, the younger ones can carry the boots.
It is also worth noting that Geox shoes are produced not only in the Italian factory belonging to the Polegato family. The manufacture of “breathable” shoes has also been established in Brazil, Bulgaria, China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey and Thailand.
Baby shoe care
The warmed children's winter shoes from the Italian company Geox do not require special care. To clean the upper part of the boots you will need to take care of suede products. A rubber sole should be occasionally treated with a water repellent (for example, “Twist”).
Boots for a warm winter only need to be impregnated with a water-repellent - they are completely composed of rubberized material.
Most parents claim that they have not seen children's winter boots that are superior in quality to Geox shoes. The reviews of this category of consumers also indicate that they will continue to purchase shoes of this particular company.
Demi-season children's shoes
The off-season in the eastern part of Europe lasts at least six months, so the demi-season children's shoes must be selected with special painstakingness. In Geox children's shoes from the Respira Antibacterial collection, according to the creators of these shoes, the child will be happy to walk most of the year. As far as judging from consumer reviews, children and their parents like Geox Respira Antibacterial children's shoes.
The main differences of this collection are a convenient fastener in the form of "Velcro", as well as the availability of protection against flat feet and curvature of the feet (we are talking about orthopedic insoles and compacted backs).
For the manufacture of the Geox Respira Antibacterial collection, genuine leather and nubuck were used. The inner lining is made of leather and textile. Textile insoles made in accordance with Geox Respira's unique technology allow the feet to breathe while expelling moisture. The “breathing” sole of the Flexi System (manufactured using the Geox World PCT Patent technology), repeating all the bends of the foot, prevents slipping.
Demi men's shoes Geox. Customer reviews
This type of men's shoes has earned more complaints than praise. Men who have experienced negative emotions describe their impressions in approximately the following way: they put their feet on all sides with a chilling, nasty cold, even at ten degrees of heat. The soles of the shoes really do not let moisture in, but the legs are still uncomfortable and damp.
The situation is somewhat different with sports shoes. The quality of the sneakers completely suits consumers. However, there were some incidents. Some men note that the sneakers at their disposal are ideal on the outside, but not finished on the inside. The reason for the discontent is an uncomfortable insole, heavily rubbing the foot.
It is worth noting that the authors of such reviews were in the minority. The bulk of consumers are happy with the new things.
Many consumers - both men and women - did not like Geox summer shoes. From the reviews it follows that the “breathable” sole with holes is immediately contaminated and practically cannot be cleaned.