The men's Berghaus Expeditor AQ Leather

Berghaus’s new range of lightweight boots will feature its own AQ waterproofing.

Four models are due in the shops next month, two men’s and two women’s, aimed at the moderate hiking market.

The Expeditor boots are based on the Explorer range last and are described by the company as two- to three-season footwear.

The AQ waterproof and breathable linings will appear in both the leather and suede versions of the boots.

Berghaus said the boot range, featuring its Ergonomic Holding System lacing, deliver great comfort and performance on fell or field.

A dual density Berghaus Dual Core midsole allows for a soft heel strike and foot-flex, but with firmness in the midfoot for good torsional rigidity, it added.

The combination encourages a natural and comfortable walking momentum, while underfoot the Opti-Stud Hiking sole unit provides great security and grip.

Added comfort comes from a single-density open cell breathable footbed. Berghaus said: “Feet stay dry and comfortable thanks to the inclusion of a membrane incorporating Berghaus’s own waterproof and breathable AQ technology.

The women's Berghaus Expeditor AQ Suede

“This is the first time that Berghaus has used AQ in its footwear range.”

AQ offers waterproofing of 10,000mm hydrostatic head and breathability of 8,000g per sq metre in 24hours.

The uppers for the men’s and women’s Expeditor AQ Leather boots are made from waterproof buffed leather combined with high abrasion resistant air mesh.

The uppers in the suede versions are a mixture of the same air mesh and a tough, waterproof suede.

The Expeditor AQ Leather boots weighs in at 993 a pair for men’s size 8 or 847g for a women’s size 5; suede versions are weighs 1,016g for men’s and 858g in women’s.

Berghaus said: “The Expeditors fit neatly into the Berghaus footwear collection, as ideal walking footwear for moderate hiking and everyday outdoor use.”

Prices are £100 a pair for the Expeditor AQ Leather and £85 for the Expeditor AQ Suede.

The Expeditors fit neatly into the Berghaus footwear collection, as ideal walking footwear for moderate hiking and everyday outdoor use. They also offer great value, with price points of £100 (Expeditor AQ™ Leather) and £85 (Expeditor AQ™ Suede).

More details are on the Berghaus website.