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IWA 2019: LOWA for professionals
LOWA is an outdoor brand. LOWA is at home in the mountains. Safety and reliability in the mountains are of the utmost importance. "That's why we have always equipped top athletes for their expeditions. This decades-long experience is directly incorporated into the LOWA Professional sector," says Alexander Nicolai, CEO of LOWA Sportschuhe GmbH. "Here, we not only produce shoes for soldiers and special forces, but also for authorities, police, customs, the judiciary, public service, and the private security sector. In addition, some of our models are certified as professional shoes. We have therefore renamed our collection from 'Task Force' to 'Professional' to better represent this wide range of applications. We are convinced that this name optimally describes the segment with its growing range of topics." The demands for shoes in the professional sector are high. They must be perfectly suitable for a variety of terrains, climatic conditions, and landscapes. Comfort and fit are crucial in real professional use – quality is vital. LOWA stands for all of this. Here are the new shoes for IWA 2019:
Spring temperatures, summer heat, and wet cold autumn days are particularly noticeable in outdoor use. Lucky is the one who doesn't have to worry about their footwear in these adverse conditions. With the ELITE EVO GTX® or ELITE EVO GTX® Ws, everyone is well equipped for the next mission.
The ELITE EVO GTX® is an all-rounder for many occasions. The further development of the legendary desert boot ELITE DESERT can handle high summer temperatures and constant rain. Due to the intelligently positioned, large-area textile window sections with moisture-wicking GORE-TEX® lining in the side foot and shaft area, the foot can breathe inside the boot at all times. At the same time, external moisture has no chance of penetrating.
However, the shaft construction remains stable to provide optimal support for the stressed ankle area. The fully resoleable sole construction also makes it a long-lasting and reliable partner. The specially shaped sections on the front and heel of the sole facilitate ascents and descents even on challenging terrain. Whether for indoor or outdoor use - the consistently optimal grip and traction of the LOWA® Natural sole allows for a very wide range of applications and provides excellent grip in various terrain situations.
Lightweight, sporty, and dynamic - the LOWA ELITE EVO GTX® feels comfortable in various missions throughout the year. This model is certified according to CE EN ISO 20347:2012 and approved for use as professional footwear.
Snow, cold, and ice: when the elements show their toughest side in winter, it's time for the R-8 GTX® THERMO. This warm winter model provides the necessary reliability where others struggle and have to bundle up. The functional winter operational boot remains lightweight and impresses with outstanding comfort.
When frozen ground is combined with icy surfaces and temperatures far below zero degrees Celsius, extra warmth and grip are needed. The R-8 GTX® THERMO lives up to its name. It has a lot of insulation power. 400 grams of PrimaLoft® synthetic insulation reliably keep extreme cold at bay, making the boot the ideal choice for operations in very low winter temperatures. The new and revised outer sole is equipped with the innovative Vibram® Arctic Grip technology, which guarantees ideal grip and traction even on wet ice. In addition to the special shock absorption of this sole construction, the foot climate of this well-equipped model is always in the comfortable range. Thanks to the GORE-TEX® membrane, optimal air exchange is always guaranteed in this particularly robust winter model.
The R-8 GTX® THERMO meets all demands of adverse conditions with flying colors and is the perfect partner for winter operations thanks to perfect insulation and innovative sole concept.
The RENEGADE II GTX® HI TF or RENEGADE II GTX® HI TF Ws is a classic that more than lives up to its reputation. Excellent comfort, flexibility, lightness, and the best grip in varying terrain - the RENEGADE is a true all-rounder. Now the bestseller comes in a version specially optimized for professional use with an extended shaft - for that extra stability and protection.
The RENEGADE II GTX® HI TF shines with the same reliable basic qualities as its iconic outdoor brother. The breathable and waterproof GORE-TEX® lining ensures stable and pleasant foot climate year after year, keeping external moisture efficiently and permanently at bay. To ensure that other external influences do not stand a chance, the upper material is made of robust full-grain leather and the closure at the extra high shaft is trimmed with Cordura. In addition, the combination of the stable and proven sole construction with the optimized sole profile of the LOWA® Patrol outsole meets all requirements for surefootedness and grip. Whether outdoors in difficult terrain or in everyday use - the versatile RENEGADE II GTX® HI TF feels at home everywhere. But the talents do not end there: in addition to the wide range of applications and proven comfort, the RENEGADE II GTX® HI TF is available in many variable sizes and widths.
In operations, speed is often the most important factor. Whether as a member of a military special unit or as a customs officer at international borders - comfortable footwear is essential for the profession. Therefore, those looking for a lightweight multi-functional shoe will find the perfect partner in the INNOX PRO GTX® MID TF or INNOX PRO GTX® MID TF Ws.
The performance-oriented MID-CUT shoe is particularly suitable for versatile terrain and impresses with comfortable roll-off behavior and perfect cushioning. This is achieved through the LOWA DynaPU® midsole, a PU blend developed by LOWA for perfect wearing comfort. The slightly raised LOWA-MONOWRAP® frame provides optimal stability and a simple, everyday design. The LOWA® Multi-Trac® outsole provides the necessary grip with a multifunctional profile design that also scores points in sporting missions. Thanks to the GORE-TEX® membrane, the shoe is 100% waterproof and highly breathable. This makes it ideal for use in warmer areas. Combined with a synthetic shaft made of the finest material and a lacing system with closed hooks, the shoe offers an optimally tailored fit.
Lightweight, dynamic, and multifunctional - these three characteristics perfectly describe the new INNOX PRO GTX® MID TF. This versatile all-rounder not only performs well as a training shoe but is also perfect for missions in various terrains.
LOWA at IWA 2019: Hall 4 / 4-330
LOWA on the Internet: www.lowa.de
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