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PRFM Moldable Foam

PRFRM™ thermo-moldable foam is a revolutionary technology that allows footwear to be custom molded to the exact shape of your foot, creating the optimal fit for your feet.

  • Thermo-molding maximizes the surface contact area with your feet.
  • More surface area means fewer pressure points that cause foot fatigue, soreness, and stress.
  • The soft, low-density PRFRM™ foam is more comfortable for long hours on your feet.

By carefully following these instructions, you can mold this product to match your feet resulting in better fitting, more comfortable footwear.

Molding Instructions for

Molokai & Molokini

STEP 1. HEAT
WARM SANDALS IN A REGULAR OR CONVECTION OVEN (WARNING: DO NOT USE A MICROWAVE OVEN) AT 225°F (107°C) FOR 3 MINUTES.
STEP 2. MOLD
REMOVE THE SANDALS FROM THE OVEN AND IMMEDIATELY PLACE ONTO YOUR FEET. STAND WITH YOUR FULL WEIGHT EQUALLY BALANCED FOR 2 MINUTES.
STEP 3. USE
YOU MAY WALK AROUND WHILE THE SANDALS ARE STILL WARM TO IMPROVE THE IMPRESSION IN THE TOE AREA. SANDALS ARE NOW READY FOR USE.


Molding Instructions for

Enduro-soles & Slackline insoles (Fall ‘06)

STEP 1. HEAT
WARM INSOLES IN A REGULAR OR CONVECTION OVEN (WARNING: DO NOT USE A MICROWAVE OVEN) AT 225°F (107°C) FOR 2 MINUTES.
STEP 2. MOLD
REMOVE INSOLES FROM THE OVEN AND IMMEDIATELY PLACE THEM INTO THE SHOES AND ONTO YOUR FEET. STAND WITH YOUR FULL WEIGHT EQUALLY BALANCED FOR 2 MINUTES.
STEP 3. USE
YOU MAY WALK AROUND WHILE THE INSOLES ARE STILL WARM TO IMPROVE THE IMPRESSION IN THE TOE AREA. INSOLES ARE NOW READY FOR USE.


Molding Instructions for

Rock shoes: Including Magnet, Wasabi, Index, Orbit, and Method

STEP 1. HEAT
WARM SHOES IN A REGULAR OR CONVECTION OVEN AT 225°F (107°C) FOR 2 MINUTES.
STEP 2. MOLD
PLACE SHOES ONTO FEET AND TIGHTEN. WEAR FOR 3 MINUTES.
STEP 3. USE
SHOES ARE NOW READY FOR CLIMBING.

Your new rock shoes can be comfortably worn without heating them first. The PRFRM foam will eventually take the shape of your feet. However, you can accelerate molding process and get instant gratification by heating the shoes in a conventional oven.



MONTRAIL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PROPERTY OR BODILY DAMAGE THAT MAY OCCUR DURING THE HEATING, MOLDING, OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. APPROPRIATE PRECAUTIONS MUST BE TAKEN WHEN HANDLING THERMO-MOLDABLE ITEMS IN AND AROUND OVENS OR OTHER HEATING CHAMBERS AS THEY MAY BE HOT AND CAN CAUSE BURNS.

MONTRAIL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SETTING, MAINTENANCE, ACCURACY, OR SAFETY OF ANY HEATING VESSEL USED WITH MONTRAIL PRODUCTS. ONLY SAFE, PROPERLY ADJUSTED, AND RELIABLE OVENS AND HEAT CHAMBERS SHOULD BE USED TO WARM PRODUCTS WITH PRFRM™ FOAM.

BE SURE TO CHECK THAT THE TEMPERATURE SETTING ON THE OVEN IS NOT OVER THE SPECIFIED TEMPERATURE. OVER HEATING DUE TO TOO HIGH A TEMPERATURE OR TOO LONG OF A HEATING DURATION CAN PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT.