Should insoles be removed?
Yes, so shells and footbeds dry separately.
Can a hair dryer be used?
Concentrated heat risks material and adhesive damage.
Does newspaper help?
Yes if changed when damp and not packed too tightly.
How is hidden dampness found?
Check the toe lining, tongue folds and area beneath the insole.
Put the advice into practice
Remove laces and insoles, weigh damp boots if possible, run room-temperature airflow and reweigh before bed and morning.
Limits and cautions
Heaters, dryers and campfires can damage leather, membranes, foam and adhesives.
Open the boot, separate the insoles and use steady room-temperature airflow.
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