"Cotofey" (membrane): description, reviews

With the onset of autumn colds, slush, light frosts, the question often arises: "What kind of shoes to buy a child to keep his feet dry and warm?" The answer immediately comes to mind: a membrane one. Today, it enjoys an incredible popularity, adults prefer this kind of shoes and boots for their children. And how among the many manufacturers of membrane footwear ("Kapika", "Kotofey", "Kakadu", etc.) not to lose and buy a really high-quality, meeting all the requirements and standards? Which brand to trust? Consider in this article the advantages and disadvantages of the membrane footwear of the Russian brand "Kotofey".

"Kotofey" is one of the domestic leaders in the market of light industry branches that produce children's practical footwear of all kinds, from pinets to rubber boots, starting from raw materials for it and finishing with packing and delivery of goods for sale. The 80-year history of the company is a pretty decent time to earn the trust and respect of buyers. For the manufacturer "Kotofey" shoes with a membrane - not an exception to the rules, but a well-established sewing process in accordance with the stringent requirements for this footwear.

Model range of the membrane "Kotofey": general parameters

Among the variety of shoe types supplied, the membrane is inherent in shoes, boots and boots. This is understandable from its purpose, since most models can be worn only in the off-season. However, the time of the year for such footwear can become a warm winter.

Membrane "Kotofey" is produced for both female and male, so anyone can easily find an interesting solution for themselves. Also invented several creative models of membranes in the style of unisex. The size range of membrane footwear is designed for different age groups: nursery (sizes 17-22.5), small child (sizes 23-26), preschool (sizes 27-31.5), school (sizes 32-37.5), teenage Dimensions 38-41).

The presence of a rich model range allows you to make a choice in favor of a color solution and decor elements of shoes, whether it's Velcro, zippers, lacing, suits, kulisks, bells, fur collars. Most of the samples are equipped with Velcro and clasps. This is due to the ability to adjust the height of the leg lift (the exponent of completeness at the membrane "Kotofey" - 2-4).

How does the membrane "Cotofey" work?

The membrane fabric between the top layer and the underside of boots, boots , is a microporous fiber that, thanks to its structure, freely passes and lets steam out (to the atmosphere), thereby keeping the feet from overheating or, conversely, supercooling. If you look at the figures, they are impressive: 1 cm ² membranes = 1.4 billion pores; Pores less than a drop of water about 20,000 times (that's why the moisture outside and does not penetrate the shoes), but larger than the vapor molecule somewhere in 700 times (so steam and comes out). Due to their microscopic size, the pores are not clogged. The properties of water resistance and steam elimination are directly related to the ability of the material to pass air. Thus, the balance of the two most important components of the membrane shoe - the ability to "breathe" and the absence of possible wetting from the outside - in the complex creates a pleasant microclimate, gives comfort to the feet.

Qualitative characteristics

Along with the above-described abilities of the membrane "Kotofey" - "breathe" and take the steam out - it should be noted that the basis of shoes - only natural, safe for health and environmentally friendly materials that meet all quality standards. Shoes are made in the right anatomical shape, on modern equipment, according to the latest technologies and techniques of the European leaders in the footwear industry. The company simply can not afford to produce low-quality products. Children's membrane "Kotofey" is really reliability and practicality, convenience combined with an aesthetic appearance and the ability to choose shoes for every taste and color due to a wide range of products and a loyal price policy of the manufacturer. Qualitative characteristics are indicated, among other things, by the return rate - it is less than 1% of the total (about 3 million) of all produced pairs of shoes per year as a whole.

The material used to make the membrane. Sole

The sole is, perhaps, one of the most important components of footwear, since in many ways it determines its wear resistance, service life. For shoes "Kotofey" (membrane) is characterized by glutinous (in most samples of the model range) and molding technology of fixing the sole. From the point of view of practicality, strength and taking into account the anatomical structure of the foot, the casting method is considered to be the best.

Among the materials for the manufacture of soles can be found:

- PU (polyurethane), light, flexible, heat-insulating, slightly abrasion-resistant, which will not very well adhere to a slippery surface (however, since "Cotofey" (membrane) is carried into the slush, this disadvantage is not a big obstacle for choice, but for Winter is worth considering about such a sole);

- TEP (thermoplastic elastomer), flexible, wear-resistant, heat-conducting, it is considered to be all-weather; A good option for the sole of the membrane;

- TPR (thermoplastic rubber), strong, light, reducing the burden on the legs and spine; Among its shortcomings - will slide and have a low thermal insulation.

Among the combinations can be:

- PU / TPU is a two-layer, not very heavy, heat-insulating sole, in which both components complement each other (TPU - heavy, dense, resistant to deformation, well adherent "protector" material - heat polyurethane, which is not characterized by the highest thermal insulation parameters) ;

- PU / rubber;

- lightweight, durable filon / rubber;

- Philo / TIC;

- EVA (light, shock absorbing shock absorbing ethylene vinyl acetate) / TIC;

- EVA / rubber.

Top and lining

In the shoes "Kotofey" (membrane) as a material for the top use natural leather (famous for its durability, "breathes" and in its pure form is found only in several models with injection molding) and combined options. The material of the lining is: soft heat-resistant wear-resistant bike, natural (in most models) and synthetic (only one sample of such a membrane is presented on the company's website) fur.

Temperature mode: when to wear?

Boots, boots, boots-membrane "Kotofey" (reviews confirm this) - a good option for the off-season (early spring / late autumn). They can come in handy and in warm, slushy winter days. The optimum temperature regime is up to -5 ° С / -10 ° С. Although the "Kotofey" (membrane) and is famous for its water resistance, it is important to consider that these are not rubber boots, and it is not worthwhile to walk on them in puddles deliberately.

Features of operation

For whom is the footwear "Kotofey" (membrane) intended? Customer testimonials indicate that it is most relevant for children with increased activity, which is not inherent in the state of rest, slow walking. If the child is inactive, inactive, buying a membrane does not make sense, since it will not "work", and its legs will be cold. Children under one year are also not recommended. To the legs in the membrane do not freeze, it should be matched to the size. To buy shoes for growth in any case should not be, the maximum allowable stock - up to one and a half centimeters.

Membrane "Kotofey": customer reviews

Forums of young mothers sometimes contain annoying remarks about membrane footwear: the products get wet, cool, etc. But if you burn once about the poor quality of the membrane or misuse it, do not draw conclusions about the characteristics of all shoe membrane products. And what do customers think about such shoes? The membrane "Kotofey" (reviews confirm this) in the overwhelming majority of cases is in demand and has the qualitative parameters declared by the manufacturer.