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Hommo Sandals is one of the brands Spanish from sandals which is having the best reception lately because they are masterfully combining tradition, craftsmanship and modernity. And it is also one of the most evolving and progressing because they are working very hard and very long. They are knowing how to read the market very well and pay close attention to the comments and feedback of its users.
I have been fortunate enough to know them since 2015when they were just starting out in a small workshop of Vielhain the Vall d'AranI have been able to see how they have evolved into what they are today, giving me the opportunity to see how they have evolved into what they are today, giving me the opportunity to see how they have evolved into what they are today. great leaps in quality, both in 2016 and 2017..
In my opinion, last year (2016) was the year of positioning because it is when they made clear their lines of work and the characteristic and differential aspects of the Hommo Sandals sandals, they incorporated specialised machinery and they also launched the new website and some other new features such as the double-sided tape (Octopus) or soles of Vibram who clung on as if their lives depended on it.
Not content with that and showing their continuous restlessness and desire to work and innovate, in 2017 they have not only not settled in but have continued to look for ways to improve and evolve their sandals and, thanks to the incorporation of new materials in soles, straps, footbed and some variations in the design, they have made them even better.
In my opinion, Hommo Sandals currently has the catalogue of running sandals most complete in the Spanish market And while this is debatable because each of us has our own preferences and not everyone will like them, what is indisputable is that they are the ones that have evolved the most in the last two years. Ah, for the record, I'm not saying this, I'm not a "sandaliero pro" (sandal maker) (or pure) but you can hear it from people with a lot of experience with sandals and minimalist footwear.
New Hommo Sandals 2017
In this 2017, Hommo Sandals incorporates new soles, straps and footbed, they have modified the system of joining the strap that goes between the toes and the passing of the straps under the malleoli... Is it all new then? No, no, don't worry because the essence, the way of understanding sandals, the desire to work and so on remains intact, just like always.
The main novelty and, without doubt, its great advance and differential value with respect to other brands, is the NEW FOOTBED who have developed exclusively for them and which is called to solve one of the critical points in this type of footwear: the slipping of the foot, especially when the footbed gets wet.
They call it ASH (Anti Slip Hydro) and it is a thin 0.7 millimetre thick synthetic layer that adheres to the foot preventing it from slipping, even when wet.. For this purpose, in addition to the intrinsic properties of the material, it is equipped with un helpful cartoon to hold and wick away water and perspiration. They claim to have tested it in all kinds of conditions (rain, snow, mud, streams...) and they guarantee its grip. Surely this is true but we promise to put it to the test to check it in our flesh because it could be one of the biggest leaps in quality and one of the highlights of this brand of sandals.
The soles are still Vibram, with various patterns depending on the purpose of the sandal, they are very flexible, and the weight has been lightened slightly The high grip and, of course, the durability that is characteristic of this rubber company are maintained.
In the half-solesIn addition, improvements have also been made to allow maintaining the feel of the sandals while reducing the weight of the sandals. Impressive weight reduction on some of their models.
Needless to say, the knots and tape passes through the base of the sole and through the footbed are still hidden.another of Hommo Sandals' great innovations. They are the only ones who have managed to do it this way and, honestly, it's amazing, chapeau by the master craftsman.
As for the upper partThe Hommo Sandals philosophy of sliding straps and clip fastening is retained, introduce a trio of changes that I consider critical.
First, the strip that goes between the fingers It is no longer knotted and hidden between plastics but it has become flat, with a first part (the one between the toes) very soft and then it is sewn to the one that will make the loops around the instep and ankle. I thought it was going to take some getting used to because I like the round thread but with this flat strap it holds the big toe better and pulls better towards the outside of the instep.
Second, a knot in the instep allows the adjustment of the instep to be varied. to adapt it to the morphology of our foot and our preferences. There are those who like to wear the hook on the outside, those who prefer it more centred or simply because of the shape of the foot. As simple as loosening the knot and tightening it again and that's it, nickel-plated sandals to your liking.
And, third, the pass through the area of the malleoli on both sides, which is no longer with a plastic clip but with a the strap slides through a loop of the strap coming out from the base of the sandal. The height has also been raised a little, but the most remarkable thing is how easy they slide and how well you can adjust them, in a jiffy without them moving when you're wearing them.
By the way, the strips, which I almost forgot. Soft, more than that. Resistant? As far as I've mistreated them, no problem, so if this year's are better, they might be immortal.
And, well, if all this is not enough, bear in mind that in some cases it will be possible to change the strips, either to change their colour or to replace them if you have worn them out.
Hommo Sandals 2017 Models
All this that we have been seeing will be reflected in all their models, as the raw materials and lines of argument are the same for all Hommo Sandals, varying only in thickness, sole designs, etc.
All of last year's models have evolved and the company continues to focus on the "hard core" which, today, is made up of four models that are capable of serving anyone who wants a pair of sandals, whether they are for a stroll or a walk. relaxThe new, more powerful, and more powerful, the new, more powerful and more powerful, the new, more powerful and more powerful, the new, more powerful and more powerful, the new, more powerful and more powerful, the new, more powerful and more powerful, the new, more powerful and more powerful.
Little by little we will be talking about them and we will be analysing them in depth but, so that you can locate them and have a quick idea of them, here is a quick summary:
Hommo Sandals Godzilla Race 2
The Godzilla Races were the best-sellers in 2016 and this is just the result of their great versatility and, above all, for its great performance in technical mountain terrain where they bring out all their character and forcefulness.
The most striking thing is that they are able to do this with a thickness of just 10.5 centimetres, 160 grams and a much greater flexibility than you would expect.
Don't be fooled by the tread pattern because, although it's not very deep, it's like having a million claws on your feet and you'll have a hard time making it lose grip.
Hommo Sandals Nomad 2
Light and fast, they will be loved by those who like to put the pedal to the metal on tarmac terrain and tracks in good condition..
Just 110 grams, only 7 millimetres thick and a sole with a zigzag tread pattern that grips on all types of surfaces and conditions, even in the wet.
Try rolling them up and you'll be amazed at their flexibility, it's like having no shoes at all.
Hommo Sandals Eiger 2 (Ultra)
The Eiger 2 (Ultra) is the "saloon of sandals", the ultimate in comfort.With a cushioning that some shoes that boast of cushioning would like to have. Now, don't even think of criticising their thickness of 14 mm because it has no basis or, at least, wait to wear them before criticising them because once you put them on you will see that they don't limit the sensitivity of the terrain.
Impressive the weight reduction because now they weigh only 120 grams without losing any of their goodness and, with the new zigzag sole like the Nomad 2, makes it clear that they are designed for those who want to put long distances between chest and back.
Is anyone thinking of doing an ultra with them yet? Why do you think they have "Ultra" in their name?
Hommo Sandals Godzilla Soft 2
Will it be necessary to sandals also for those who want to go relaxfor everyday life And for those who want to have comfortable sandals to wear on their feet, even if it's not for running, right?
For that there are the Godzilla Soft 2 that try to combine the best of all their sisters. Medium thickness, 11 millimetres, Comfort Plus midsole like the Eiger 2 (but thinner), 100 grams less, lightly lugged outsole to make them very flexible and a couple of touches of distinction thanks to the plush split leather footbed and the possibility of changing the straps to personalise them.
And, well, this is talking about the four models that are currently on sale on the Hommo Sandals website, but I'll bet three toes on each foot on that we haven't seen everything yet and that, during 2017, they will launch a few surprises, maybe a new model? Who knows!
If you want to know a bit more about them, you can see them at work and go to the Hommo Sandals FactoryTake a look at this video:
For the time being, we already have in the LAB of Athletics Forum some Nomad 2 (the first impressions are being very good) and we hope to be able to go tinkering with more models to describe them in detail.
Do you know any Hommo Sandals, from this year or previous years?
If you would like to purchase any of the Hommo Sandals models, please contact us.You can do it directly in the online shop on its website (hommosandals.com) and, if you are interested in any subject related to their distribution to work with themDo not hesitate to tell them on their own website because they will be happy to talk to you.
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