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Sustainable credentials are also on point, with PFAS-free water repellency, ethically sourced suede uppers, and an outsole made from post-consumer plastic and agricultural waste.
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Chris Haslam,
Wired News,
24 May 2026
Ridestore subjects materials to failure testing during both development and production, evaluating bond strength in laminated membranes, water-repellency performance and trim durability before materials move into manufacturing.
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Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
It has been tested for durability, strength, stability and water repellency.
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New Atlas,
3 Dec. 2025
Used across sectors and product categories, the substances are often found in cookware, firefighting foams, food packaging and apparel and footwear for waterproofing and oil repellency.
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Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
16 July 2025
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Chris Haslam,
Wired News,
24 May 2026
Ridestore subjects materials to failure testing during both development and production, evaluating bond strength in laminated membranes, water-repellency performance and trim durability before materials move into manufacturing.
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Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
It has been tested for durability, strength, stability and water repellency.
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New Atlas,
3 Dec. 2025
Used across sectors and product categories, the substances are often found in cookware, firefighting foams, food packaging and apparel and footwear for waterproofing and oil repellency.
—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
16 July 2025
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“Repellency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/repellency. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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repellency
noun
re·pel·len·cy
ri-ˈpel-ən-sē 
: the quality of repelling : the ability to repel
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