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These can help to revive an old pair of climbing shoes that have gone nuclear. The odor might not be completely eliminated. But you’ll no longer be receiving dirty looks from across the street. But for optimum performance, incorporate them into your new shoe care routine before your shoes stink. Preventing the bacteria from developing in the first place will keep your shoes fresh longer. But that lingering damp smell that’s particularly common in synthetic shoes is significantly reduced by the bananas – even in the gnarliest of shoes (like those accidentally left in a bag!). These guys definitely work. And they do so using plant extracts, salts, and minerals instead of synthetic chemicals. How Long do they Last? Boot Bananas are made from naturally absorbent salts, minerals and plant extracts with lavender, lemon, patchouli and tea-tree essential oils all wrapped in a 100% cotton banana skin. Features & Benefits Fragrance free, light weight & super sustainable. Made with a single ingredient, activated coconut charcoal. Sourced locally to the factory in Sri Lanka from coconut husks a repurposed by-product of the coconut harvest that would otherwise go to waste. Cotton is a wonderful breathable fabric that allows the active ingredients to absorb moisture and neutralise odour. It is however prone to discolour & your Boot Bananas Original Shoe Deodorisers will turn brown over time especially with high frequency use.
Boot Bananas are a nifty little product, which due to their cost effectiveness can also make a great gift. FeaturesPhilip Osband: Loads. Just a few months after the trade fair, we’re now already working with new distribution partners abroad. That gives us the opportunity to expand our production and continue to grow.
We’d just moved into our first flat together and the smell of Phil’s climbing shoes had become a problem he could no longer hide. We tried everything on the market to deodorise them but nothing was up to the challenge. So, putting our best feet forward, we decided to fight the funk ourselves. It’s…a banana! If your footwear has taken the brunt of the elements and is extremely wet use the following technique for effective drying. Philip Osband: At the moment, unfortunately not. But the company is carrying itself and is financially independent. We’re at a turning point, so it’s stays exciting.
For wet winter gear
This innovative product is perfect for both day to day odours & taking away on travel for expeditions, camping, work or family holidays. Boot Bananas absorb moisture from whiffy footwear, making them perfect to shove in your climbing shoes after a sweaty session.
Alexandra Bowers: The mix of different ingredients neutralizes odors and pulls moisture out of the shoe, whereby the interior of the shoes are less susceptible to bacteria. After use, you just hang the Boot Bananas up to dry in the sun or next to a heater. Thankfully, all the ingredients of Boot Bananas Original Shoe Deodorisers are sustainable. Their fragrance uses essential oils. These are plant extracts without chemicals. The most hazardous thing here – the mixture might contain a few sharp lavender stems.
We fought the funk
Do not expose your Original Shoe Deodorisers to extreme cold. For example if they are accidentally left in a cold car overnight then follow one of the drying steps above to revive them and give the bananas a squeeze if the cold has caused the ingredients to compact. We’ve been inspired by traditional construction methods to create our Boot Bananas Eco Travel Deodorisers made with natural fibre fabrics (genuinely home compostable materials) & activated carbon. Designed by model maker Alex and her partner Phil, a climbing instructor, Boot Bananas were born out of their battle to banish the stink of Phil’s smelly shoes for good. We fought the funk As with all things, you will get the most from your Boot Bananas Original Shoe Deodorisers if you care for them. Boot Bananas contain all natural ingredients: sodium bicarbonate, bamboo charcoal, zeolite, dried lavender flowers and lemon, lavender & tea tree essential oils.
The Boot Banana, on the other hand, really surprised me. It seems to have done a significantly better job at ridding both shoes of the odor. That damp smell that has been haunting this pair of climbing shoes was significantly reduced, if not completely eliminated, with the use of the Banana. There was also a significant improvement in the smell of the sneaker too, and when comparing the shoe spray, it was clear the Boot Banana had worked some voodoo magic with both of these shoes. I am sure if this was used more frequently and over a longer duration, like directly before and after using your shoes, the effectiveness of this remedy would improve. That said, this isn’t exactly the hassle-free defuming solution I was looking for. Philip Osband: Have at it, if you believe in your idea. But without fail, first think about researching fundamentally similar products and clarifying your legal situation. Do I want to file for a patent, register a trademark, or have the design protected? Those are all questions that you absolutely should answer for yourself beforehand. Only once the brand and the idea are protected should you then go public. Makes the perfect gift for any athlete or shoe enthusiast that all friends and family are sure to appreciate. Philip Osband: We distributed test patterns to climbing gyms, and after many positive responses, started production of a small quantity in our flat. Then, when interest grew from climbing shops all over England, we had to professionalize and outsource our production in 2013. In the first year, we produced 4,000 units and supplied 35 shops in England this year, we’ll sell about 30,000 units to over 170 shops all over Europe.
Eco conscious design, cotton outer skin is biodegradable and the active ingredients comprise of salts, minerals and plant extracts only. Easy to use, simply pop into shoes, boots, gloves or hang in car or cupboard overnight or for approx 8 hrs to help reduce & remove odour. Reaches full effect after more than 1 week of consistent use. Recharge every couple of months by hanging to dry in the sun or near a radiator. Highly effective & long lasting – an average deodorising lifespan of 6 to 12 months with proper care. Designed to work on even the most offensive smelling footwear. Triple-action active ingredients – Odour neutralising, moisture absorbent and with natural antimicrobial properties. Boot Bananas are made from naturally absorbent salts, minerals and plant extracts with lavender, lemon, patchouli and tea-tree essential oils all wrapped in a 100% cotton banana skin. Features & Benifits
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