The Clarks Hopper Run plimsoll is designed for active children, making it an excellent choice for school sports and daily PE lessons. Its standout features include a soft canvas upper for comfort, machine washability for effortless care, and a non-marking sole to protect indoor surfaces. While its F-width fitting ensures a secure and comfortable fit for many, users should confirm this specific width is suitable for their child's foot shape.
Soft Canvas Material: Provides a comfortable and flexible fit for active wear.
Machine Washable: Offers ultimate convenience for parents, allowing easy cleaning and hygiene maintenance.
Padded Collar: Enhances comfort around the ankle, reducing rubbing and irritation during movement.
Non-Marking Sole: Designed to prevent scuffs and marks on indoor surfaces, making them ideal for school gyms and sports halls.
Protective Toe Bumper: Adds durability and protects the child's toes from impacts.
Velcro Fastening: Ensures quick and easy on/off, perfect for younger children and active sports sessions.
F Width Fitting: A standard width fitting, providing a secure and comfortable fit for many children's feet.
Optimized for School Sports & PE: Specifically designed to meet the demands of physical education activities.
Exceptional Ease of Care: Machine washable feature significantly simplifies cleaning.
Indoor Floor Friendly: Non-marking sole protects school and home surfaces.
Child-Friendly Design: Velcro fastening promotes independence and quick changes.
Enhanced Comfort: Padded collar ensures comfortable wear during prolonged activity.
Durable Protection: Protective toe bumper adds to the shoe's longevity and child safety.
Specific Width Fitting: The F-width may not suit all foot types, potentially requiring a fit check.
Canvas Material Limitations: While soft, canvas might offer less robust water resistance compared to some other materials, though it is breathable.
Exceptional Ease of Care: Machine washable feature significantly simplifies cleaning.
Indoor Floor Friendly: Non-marking sole protects school and home surfaces.
Child-Friendly Design: Velcro fastening promotes independence and quick changes.
Enhanced Comfort: Padded collar ensures comfortable wear during prolonged activity.
Durable Protection: Protective toe bumper adds to the shoe's longevity and child safety.
Specific Width Fitting: The F-width may not suit all foot types, potentially requiring a fit check.
Canvas Material Limitations: While soft, canvas might offer less robust water resistance compared to some other materials, though it is breathable.
The Clarks Hopper Run plimsoll excels in environments requiring flexibility, comfort, and easy maintenance. They are primarily designed for school sports and PE, where their non-marking sole is a crucial benefit, preventing damage to indoor sports hall floors. The protective toe bumper is particularly useful for activities involving running, jumping, and general play, offering an extra layer of defense against bumps and scrapes.
For daily school wear, the soft canvas material and padded collar ensure comfort throughout the day, even during extended periods of activity. The Velcro fastening is a practical feature, allowing children to independently put on and take off their shoes quickly, which is especially convenient during changing times for PE. The machine washable nature means that these plimsolls can withstand frequent use and easily be kept clean and hygienic, which is a major advantage for active children's footwear.
Setting up your Clarks Hopper Run plimsolls is straightforward. Simply ensure the correct size and width fitting for your child. The Velcro fastening allows for quick adjustment and a secure fit. Ensure the straps are firmly closed to prevent slipping during activity.
These plimsolls are designed for kids (age group: kids) and are unisex, suitable for both boys and girls. They are available in UK 8 Child size with an F width fitting, which is a standard width. Verify your child's foot measurements against Clarks' sizing guide to ensure optimal fit, especially concerning the width.
The Clarks Hopper Run plimsolls are machine washable, making care incredibly simple. Follow these steps:
Remove any loose dirt or debris from the plimsolls.
Place the plimsolls in a mesh laundry bag or pillowcase to protect them during the wash cycle.
Wash on a gentle cycle with cold water.
Use a mild detergent. Avoid harsh chemicals or bleach.
Air dry the plimsolls away from direct heat or sunlight. Do not tumble dry, as this can damage the material and sole.