Lowa Tibet GTX - Sepia/Black shoes are already the third pair of Lowa I own. I bought them with winter outings and mountain hikes in mind. They are warm, and only time will tell about their durability and the temperature range they can handle.
Lowa Tibet GTX Boots - Sepia/Black
Sepia/Black waterproof trekking boots feature a lightweight yet highly durable construction. They are equipped with a breathable Gore-Tex membrane and a soft lining. Crafted from damage-resistant nubuck leather, these boots provide excellent flexibility and resistance to bending, making them perfect for long hikes and challenging terrains.
Gore-Tex membrane
The contemporary Gore-Tex membrane offers excellent protection against water ingress while maintaining full breathability and wind resistance. The Flexifit upper construction provides ankle stabilization, enabling a natural range of motion. Designed anatomically, the C4-Tongue evenly spreads pressure, ensuring superb comfort even during rigorous activities.
Vibram Masai sole, Climbing Zone
The abrasion-resistant and flexible Vibram Masai sole delivers superior cushioning. Its non-slip structure and deep tread ensure remarkable traction, even on uneven and rocky surfaces. The distinctive tread pattern allows for automatic debris clearing while walking. Furthermore, the sole's compatibility with various crampons increases the model's adaptability.
At the front of the sole, a Climbing Zone with a flat profile facilitates tackling more challenging trail sections, particularly when climbing. The midsole, crafted from elastic polyurethane foam (PU), stabilizes the foot and absorbs impacts for optimum comfort. Moisture-wicking, anatomically designed insoles further enhance comfort for extended activities by efficiently drawing sweat away from the skin surface.
2 Zone Lacing system
The 2 Zone Lacing system provides separate adjustments for the lower and upper sections of the boot, ensuring a customized fit to meet the user's specific requirements. Eyelets equipped with I-Lock hooks hold the laces securely in place, while additional small rollers help minimize the risk of wear and tear. The X-Lancing tongue hook provides stability to the tongue both vertically and horizontally, offering enhanced comfort and support.
Main features
- Gore-Tex membrane ensures both waterproof protection and breathability.
- Flexifit construction provides stability.
- The C4-Tongue offers comfort.
- Vibram Masai sole is designed to be non-slip.
- Compatible with a variety of crampon types.
- Climbing Zone helps tackle tough terrain.
- PU midsole provides support and cushioning.
- Features a dual-zone 2 Zone Lacing system.
Application and activity examples
Uniformed services: These boots are tailored for everyday wear by police officers, firefighters, security staff, and other law enforcement personnel in need of dependable and comfortable footwear.
Survival and outdoor: Perfectly suited for survival adventures, mountain hikes, camping, and other outdoor pursuits. This model offers excellent moisture protection and remarkable support and stabilization for the foot, helping to prevent injuries in tough terrain.
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Lowa is one of the world's leading brands of tactical and outdoor footwear, boasting over 100 years of history. The company's footwear is known for its exceptional durability and precise fit, achieved through the use of modern materials such as Cordura®, Gore-Tex® membrane for water resistance, and durable Vibram® soles designed for intensive use. The production is carried out in Europe, with strict quality and environmental standards. The brand pays great attention to ethical working conditions, collaborating with the Fair Wear Foundation initiative. Lowa also offers the Professional line, designed for, among others, military forces, intended for use in demanding terrain and tactical conditions.
| Shoe height | Medium |
|---|---|
| Upper material | Nubuck/suede |
| Membrane | Yes |
| Insulating lining | No |
| Mounting method | Lacing |
| Gender | Men's |
| Color/camouflage | Black |
| Secondary color | Black |
| Weight | 1880 g (size 42) |
| Brand | Lowa |
| EAN |
Gore-Tex is a thin membrane made of polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE), which features a microporous structure. Its structure makes it highly water- and wind-resistant, as well as breathable. The membrane's pores are 700 times larger than a molecule of water vapor, which allows it to efficiently wick moisture to the outside. Gore-Tex is widely used in the production of outdoor clothing and footwear.
Flexifit is a technology that uses an upper design that, by repositioning the shoe's eyelets and using a flexible lacing hook, increases ankle mobility and provides greater heel comfort when the shoe is flexed.
C4-Tongue is an anatomically contoured tongue in the shoe, which, combined with asymmetrical padding, ensures even pressure distribution in the shoe. This solution centralizes the position of the tongue and improves the flexible fit to the leg, translating into high comfort when walking.
Vibram Masai is a type of abrasion-resistant rubber sole, distinguished by very good grip on any surface, thanks to the self-cleaning tread design. The shape of the sole is contoured and prevents slipping, and the Climbing Zone located at the tip makes it easier to climb rock steps.
Climbing Zone is a flat, low-profile zone in the front of the shoe's sole covering the toes, usually made of high-grip rubber. It allows a better feel for the ground and enables the foot to be placed safely on smaller steps or stones, by shifting pressure to the big toe.
2 Zone Lacing is a special two-zone lacing system for shoes, allowing the laces to be tied separately at the bottom and top of the shoe for the best fit.
I-Lock is an innovative lacing system consisting of self-locking loops that hold the laces in their original position and small rollers that minimize the risk of abrasion. It reduces the possibility of the shoe unwinding on its own and allows for a better fit.
X-Lancing is a technology that uses an additional attachment point on the tongue in the lacing system to stabilize it both vertically and horizontally. This ensures optimal tongue placement and stability during use.
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 5
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This is already my third pair of Lowa shoes – I’ve had the Renegade model for 6 years and they’re still in great condition (even the original laces), and the Z8N GTX model for 3 years. I hope these will also serve me for a long time, of course using Lowa’s clear cream for waterproofing. I definitely recommend them.
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The shoes are very comfortable – at first they may seem stiff, but later they become really soft. After waterproofing, they protect well against water. The tongue is sewn in high enough that it doesn’t let moisture through. They don’t look like typical military or mountain boots, so they’re suitable both for the city and for walks.
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Very nice and extremely sturdy shoes. In my opinion, they are practically indestructible, even with intensive use. Additionally, they look great and are very stylish.
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This is already my second pair of Lowa shoes – I bought them because the previous ones worked perfectly for many years. The new shoes arrived very quickly, the day after ordering. I am very satisfied.
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