Germans have often been labeled design perfectionists, so it is no surprise that
the German-designed
Lowa Mountain Expert is such a great, versatile
design. Comfortable enough for approaches and glacier slogs, stiff enough for
front-pointing water ice, warm enough for moderately cold conditions. This is
one of the very few mountaineering boots under $400 that are either insulated,
or have the ability to accept step-in technical crampons. No detail was
overlooked in the design, and since the Germany-based Lowa company wanted only
the best in this boot, they even decided to have it made in-Italy!
Lowa
Mountain Expert GTX features:
- UPPER: Durable mountaineering split leather.
- LINING: Waterproof GORE-TEX® with Primaloft® insulation.
- MIDSOLE: PU Expert. Stiff enough for front-pointing.
- OUTSOLE: Vibram® Teton, with full-length TPU stabilizing plate for
rigidity to secure crampons.
- CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM: Perforations in the boot's lining allows air to
enter, pumping heat and moisture back out.
- 3D FLEXFIT: More natural ankle flex and heel fit plus improved
stability.
The Lowa Men’s Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boot combines German
engineering with Italian craftsmanship to deliver an all-around
mountaineering boot that meets the exacting needs of alpine adventurers. The
boot’s 3D Flexitallows for more natural ankle flex without compromising
stability, and the proprietary Lowa heel truss provides better heel hold and
improved abrasion resistance.
- Mountaineering split-leather uppers deliver ample support and
durability
- Anatomically contoured C4 tongue offers natural flex that cradles
the foot
- Gore-Tex liners, which seal out moisture while allowing water vapor
to escape, are specially designed for superior fit
- Lightweight, low-profile PrimaLoft insulation and an insulated,
fleece-lined footbed keep your foot warm in extreme conditions
- High wall rubber rand protects foot and upper from abrasion and
impact
- Shock-absorbing polyurethane midsoles feature a thin upper layer of
cushioning foam for all-day comfort
- Vibram Teton outsole offers confidence-inspiring traction on mixed
terrain
Bottom Line:
Serious performance on all surfaces and at all
altitudes.
Top-of-the-line, handcrafted in Italy,
all-round mountain boot for distance expeditions in difficult, mixed
terrain. High wall rubber rand, heel truss, step-in crampon compatible.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• UPPER: Durable mountaineering split leather.
• LINING: Waterproof GORE-TEX with Primaloft insulation.
• MIDSOLE: PU Expert.
• OUTSOLE: Vibram Teton, with full-length TPU stabilizing plate for rigidity
to secure crampons.
• FOOTBED: Insulate Pro alu-coated with fleece.
• SHANK: 6mm nylon/8mm TPU for total support underfoot.
• CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM: Perforations in the boot's lining allows air to
enter, pumping heat and moisture back out.
• TONGUE STUD/X-LACING: Patent pending tongue stud allows for better
pressure distribution.
• C4 TONGUE: Anatomically contoured to cradle the foot in comfort.
• 3D FLEXFIT: More natural ankle flex and heel fit plus improved stability.
Description
The Mountain Expert GTX Alpine Boot for Men by Lowa is Handcrafted in
Italy. It is a top-of-the-line, new generation all-round mountain boot
for difficult, mixed terrain.
"Mountaineering demands a range of skills and Lowa's Mountain Expert GTX
can handle it all. They're as light as most hiking boots, yet the firm
Vibram sole translates into serious performance on vertical rock and
ice." - Hooked on the Great Outdoors Magazine
"I have never owned such a versatile pair of boots! I've taken them up
Rainier, Baker, Shasta in the Cascades, the Great White Icicle in the
Wasatch and Mt. Olympus. These boots withstand just about anything." -
Gear.com
"Lives up to its name - GREAT for general mountaineering. - Climbing
Magazine Gear Guide
Specifications
- Split leather upper
- GORE-TEX waterproof lining for optimum climate-controlled
comfort; additional Primaloft insulation
- Climate-control footbed and C4 comfort tongue
- Vibram Expert sole unit and PU midsole with a thin sheet of EVA
for cushioning
- Full-length TPU stabilizing plate for rigidity to secure
crampons.
- Weight: 3.75 lbs
Description
The Mountain Expert GTX from Lowa is a top of the line, new generation
all round mountain boot for difficult, mixed terrain. Handcrafted in Italy
for the highest quality.
Features
- Split leather upper
- GORE-TEX waterproof lining for optimum climate-controlled
comfort; additional Primaloft insulation
- Vibram Expert sole unit and PU midsole with a thin sheet of EVA
for cushioning.
- Full-length TPU stabilizing plate for rigidity to secure
crampons.
- Climate-control footbed and C4 comfort tongue
