Derby Explorer II Low

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EXPLORER: From Peaks to Pavement

Fresh as a sunrise facing the mountains, the EXPLORER II made its first appearance last year in a boot version, and it completes its range for winter 2026/2027.

The philosophy behind this model is simple: to break down the barriers between « outdoor » and « city » by offering the perfect hybrid between these two worlds.
Malfroid offers a shoe with character, sleek and built to endure, yet versatile and elegant: it will accompany you from Chamonix to Paris, first class or on foot.

Yes, it shares family traits with the DEFENDER, an icon of the Malfroid range, but the EXPLORER goes further, incorporating more visual and technical elements from mountain footwear. Its new commando sole is lighter to be worn from Monday to Sunday; it needs to be equally comfortable for a day’s hike off the beaten path and for going to a restaurant in the evening. A monster of versatility, but always with a unique style.

With this EXPLORER, Malfroid asserts its taste and inspirations from the alpine world and its history.

– Insert raw wood shoe trees into your shoes as soon as you take them off: They absorb moisture and preserve the integrity and shape of the shoe.

– Use a shoehorn for your comfort and to protect the heel counter of the shoe.

– Alternate your pairs of shoes as much as possible, as leather needs to dry properly to remain supple and keep its shape. Never leave your pair near a source of heat or moisture.

– Regularly wipe your pair with a dry cloth or give them a quick brush.

– Use Saphir Médaille d’Or lotion every five to ten wears. It cleans and nourishes the leather: this is an essential and regular maintenance step. Saphir Médaille d’Or Pommadier cream (neutral or in the shoe’s color) is a complementary treatment that is more nourishing.

– Once your shoes are clean and hydrated, apply a little Saphir Médaille d’Or wax polish to provide extra protection and a shiny finish. Finally, buff using a chamois cloth or a soft-bristled brush.

– For a mirror shine (glacage), emulsify by alternating layers of wax polish and fine droplets of water, on the rigid parts of the shoe only. This operation requires time and precision. Run a nylon, wool, or cashmere stocking over a finished mirror shine.