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Men's Hiking Organic Hemp Vegan Boots / Shoes

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Ships From: Santa Cruz, California
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Price: US $110.00

Product Name: Men's Hiking Organic Hemp Vegan Boots / Shoes

Product Code: PWT-E-MBO2N

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Hemp is a high-performance all-seasons fabric appropriate for both indoor and outdoor use. Hemp provides warmth and breathability in a superior combination than cotton and most other fabrics. The shaft-like structure of hemp fiber allows it to wick moisture right off the body and dry quickly.

Sizes:

Men's 7 (US) = Men's 6.5 (UK) = Men's 41 (Europe)
Men's 8 (US) = Men's 7.5 (UK) = Men's 42 (Europe)
Men's 9 (US) = Men's 8.5 (UK) = Men's 43 (Europe)
Men's 10 (US) = Men's 9.5 (UK) = Men's 44 (Europe)
Men's 11 (US) = Men's 10.5 (UK) = Men's 45 (Europe)
Men's 12 (US) = Men's 11.5 (UK) = Men's 46 (Europe)
Men's 13 (US) = Men's 12.5 (UK) = Men's 46 (Europe)

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Exterior:
Organic 100% Hemp 19.75 oz Canvas with Waterproofing Fabric Protection

Lining:
Organic 100% Hemp 14 oz Canvas

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This sweatshop-free product is designed and manufactured by Ecolution using locally grown organic hemp. Ecolution is based in the democratic country Romania, where it owns its own organic hemp fields and processing facility, which operate under fair trade no-sweatshop guidelines. The employees that made this product are paid more than the Romanian average, are given opportunities for advancement within the company, receive medical and pension coverage, and work in a facility that is safe, well-lit, heated, and free of toxic chemicals. Ecolution does not employ children. In addition to showing utmost concern for its workers, Ecolution products are 100% vegan, containing no products from animal exploitation such as leather or wool.

Ecolution's organic hemp crops are grown in accordance with the European Union's organic certification regulations. Unlike most hemp fabrics, the fabric in this product was processed using a series of fine mechanical combings rather than heavy caustic sodas and acid rinses. Non-chemical processing is environmentally friendly, and preserves the integrity of the hemp fiber, which contributes to a strong and durable fabric. Ecolution has manufactured this product with rigorous attention to quality, so that the environmental impact of production and distribution can be spread over as many years of product life as possible. Hemp fabric is very resistant to degradation from mold, bacteria, salt water, sunlight, abrasion, and chemicals. At the end of this product's life, the organic hemp fabric is 100% biodegradable, unlike synthetic fabrics or tanned leather.

Ecolution uses environmentally friendly fiber-reactive and plant-based dyes. Fiber-reactive dyes contain no heavy metals or known toxic substances, and meet all European Union criteria for being environmentally friendly. Fiber-reactive dye molecules bond permanently with fiber molecules, significantly reducing the amount of dye entering the water system through production and home washing. Plant-based dies, such as Oak, Bilberry, Pansy, and Oregano are sourced locally from Romania, and are fixed using only environmentally friendly mordants such as blue stone, alum, salt, and vinegar. All of Ecolution's buttons are made from natural biodegradable materials such as uninhabited sea shells or tagua nuts that are collected by indigenous peoples from the Amazon rainforest. Even Ecolution's threads are selected only from first world factories that hold Oeko-Tex 100 Standard certificates for environmentally friendly production practices.

Average Customer Review: Based on 2 Reviews. Write a review.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

Great Service	February 10, 2008
Reviewer: Michael Gurnow from Cape Girardeau,�Missouri

I am an admittedly picky customer (a.k.a. "Pain in Rump"). However, after sending a barrage of initial questions, all of which were answered promptly and concisely, I was greeted with my order. Having to exchange for the next size, the foremost professionalism by way of patience was issued and, wha-la!, Downbound has a lifelong customer. Good job guys. You are one of the truly admirable in that you are of the rare breed we refer to as good retailers--politically, socially, environmentally, as well as humanistically!

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Nice look, craftsmanship but not enough support	April 20, 2007
Reviewer: Charles�Waltermyer from Hyde Park,�NY�United States

I love the look of these and the environmental & responsible craftsmanship. But they just don't offer enough support for my feet for any serious walking or hiking. They would be okay for lounging but not as a walking shoe which is what I've been searching for (nonleather of course).

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