REVIEW: LOWA Z 6N GTX

The transport vehicle of the mountain troops - the shoe. Meindl, Haix, Steinkogler, Magnum and others, from the "everyday rag" (Carinthian for non-specific footwear) to high mountain-compatible special shoes. All tested. The LOWA Z-6N GTX demonstrate a very broad range of applications, both in service with the 24th Mountain Troops and in leisure activities such as hiking, climbing, and mountain biking.

Two brothers: LOWA Z 6N-GTX and the classic LOWA Zephyr...

... and from the sole: LOWA Z 6N-GTX and LOWA Zephyr.

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Here are the technical data for the LOWA Z 6N GTX:

Upper material: Cowhide leather 2.0-2.2 mm

Lining: GORE-TEX® Carbon

Sole: LOWA Cross Duty

Weight: 1380 g/pair size 8

Color: black

Sizes / Article number: UK 4 - 6 / 320662 0999, UK 6.5 - 13, 14, 15 / 310662 0999

Construction: welted, bonded

Lacing: closed hooks

Shaft height: 145/150 mm

Application area: difficult terrain

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CONCLUSION: The closed eyelets, the external, stable frame construction, the unique features (abseiling), and the overall very robust material equipment distinguish the multifunctional Three-Season Hybrid boot positively from the mass of "Light Combat Boots". However, the loose seams in our sample unfortunately mitigate all the good qualities, as continuing to use the LOWAs is impossible, as the seams will continue to unravel with further use.

The LOWA Z-6N GTX is available at all retailers carrying LOWA Task Force for 170 euros.

LOWA on the web: www.lowa.de