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TECH
NICA
L DET
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OF C
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100% MADE IN EUROPE 2
TECHNICAL DETAILS
- C-4 Tongue 3
- Climate Control 4
- X-Lacing with Tongue Stud 5
- Flex® Lacing 6
- I-Lock 7
- Lasted GORE-TEX® Construction 8
- DuraPU™ 9
- DynaPu® 10
- MONOWRAP® 11
- I-Core 12
- SPS Dynamic 13
- GORE-TEX® Surround 14
OUTSOLES
- Alpine + Rock Climbing 15
- Backpacking 16
- Trekking 17
- ATC 18
- ATS + Casual 19
- Winter 20
The following technical details are found throughout the LOWA line, and in most cases are
exclusive LOWA innovations. These details make LOWAs fit better, last longer and perform on
a level that's unmatched in today's outdoor footwear market. We are proud that they are indeed
Details That Matter to our dealers and our customers.
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In 1923, a Bavarian cobbler named Lorenz Wagner founded LOWA as a work and outdoor boot company.
90+ years later, LOWA is a worldwide brand, selling boots and shoes in over 40 countries. Yet we are still based
in our small home village of Jetzendorf, near the foothills of the German Alps, where we proudly produce the
majority of our classic board-lasted boots in our clean and modern factory.
While we no longer exclusively manufacture in Germany, we are committed to 100% European manufacturing,
and do so in Germany, Italy, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Our all-European manufacturing allows us the
highest quality control and precise oversight over our entire sourcing and manufacturing cycle.
100% MADE IN EUROPE
Found on ALL LOWA boots & shoes
Quality since 1923
Quality since 1923
LOWA is the only outdoor boot manufacturer granted ISO 9001 status for highest qualtiy manufacturing processes.
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
Watch the TLC that goes into the building of a LOWA boot .
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A LOWA Exclusive
The four main features of the ”C4” Tongue significantly increase walking comfort:
1. Asymmetrical padding (thicker towards the outside of the foot)
2. Recessed ankle areas (inside higher than the outside)
3. Flexible curved insert towards the inside of the foot
4. Soft edging along the top of the tongue
C-4 TONGUE
Found on select Alpine, Backpacking & Trekking boots
4
2
3
1
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
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A LOWA Exclusive
This moisture management system keeps feet dry, protecting you against blisters
and hot spots. A series of perforations or holes inside the boot’s cuff lining allows
heat and moisture to escape. Moisture is pulled away from the foot, evaporating
while you walk to keep feet comfortably cool and dry.
CLIMATE CONTROL
Found on select Alpine, Backpacking & Trekking boots
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
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A LOWA Exclusive
Secures the tongue along vertical and horizontal axes to keep it from sliding sideways,
helps prevent hot spots:
- Independent from instep height
- Distributes pressure more evenly
X-LACING WITH TONGUE STUD
Found on select Alpine, Backpacking & Trekking boots
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
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A LOWA Exclusive
This ”Floating” lacing system reduces pressure points along the instep
and ankle for more comfortable walking:
- Free-moving, individually mounted lacing components
- Lacing all the way down to the toe
- Soft leather or textile edging material at the ankle
- Flex-ridges on the soft underside of the tongue
FLEX® LACING
Found on select Alpine, Backpacking & Trekking boots
“Floating“ lace hook allows you to pull laces tightly without undue pressure on the ankle
free-moving lace loops
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
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A LOWA Exclusive
A patented LOWA design, I-Lock is a simple cam lace loop placed at the top of the foot. It grabs
the lace and holds it tightly so the foot can be firmly held and supported while allowing for flexible
shaft lacing. Pushing the hook clip upwards easily releases the clamping to loosen the instep
lacing. This allows the wearer to separate the lacing tension between the ankle and instep area,
for more comfort on long hikes and climbs
I-LOCK
Found on select Alpine & Backpacking boots
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
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A LOWA Exclusive
So special, it’s patented. We use a proprietary lasted method to allow for a smooth and seamless
GORE-TEX® lining which reduces the possibility of blister-causing friction. GORE-TEX® laminate
is stitched to the upper at the cuff, and then attached to the insole. The bottom is then sealed with
GORE-TEX® tape to provide a waterproof gasket that's attached to boot under the insole. The result
is durably waterproof and breathable comfort, for fewer blisters and hot spots.
LASTED GORE-TEX® CONSTRUCTION
Found on select Alpine, Backpacking, Trekking, ATC, ATS & Casual boots and shoes
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
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A LOWA Signature
We use Polyurethane (PU) for our midsoles. It’s a terrific shock absorber, rebounds well, will last longer on
the trail and offers better comfort. You will get two to five times the performance life compared to molded
EVA midsoles. PU, whether we cement it to the boot like on a Backpacking boot or inject it as on an ATC shoe,
has very little manufacturing waste and is a much cleaner product to work with. By comparison, EVA is made
using an extremely toxic process; it's so toxic in fact that most EVA midsoles can't be manufactured in
Europe because they can't meet EU environmental standards.
DuraPU™
Found on ALL LOWA boots & shoes except for Innox Evo and Rock Climbing shoes
DuraPU™
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
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A LOWA Signature
Our new polyurethane midsole material is an ideal trifecta of durability, cushioning and
rebound...the perfect combination for athletic use on trails. DynaPU® offers the lightweight
cushioning and rebound that until now was only available in EVA foam, combined with the
durability and underfoot support that's typical of LOWA's midsoles. (Oh, and it's way less
toxic to manufacture than EVA!)
Tests how that DynaPU® experiences significantly less mechanical aging compared to EVA
foam after 240,000 compressions.
DynaPU®
Found on Innox Evo shoes
EVA
EVA100
90
80
70
60
50PU EVA
STRUCTURAL CHANGE TO PU AND EVA FOAM BEFORE AND AFTER MECHANICAL AGING (240,000 COMPRESSIONS)
BEFORE AGING >
AFTER AGING >
MECHANICAL AGING AFTER 240,000 COMPRESSIONS. RESULTS SHOW THE RELATIVE CHANGE IN THE FOAM CELLS AT MAXIMUM DEFORMATION (COMPRESSION).
Source: BASF
Shape consistency of foam cells after 240,000 compressions (%) Deformation and mechancial aging of foam cells after 240,000 compressions (%).
PU (POLYURETHANE) FOAM VS EVA FOAM: LONG-TERM COMPRESSION TEST RESULT
Image source: BASF
POLYURETHANE
POLYURETHANE
DynaPU®
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A LOWA Exclusive
Our patented MONOWRAP® Construction frame technology allows us to build boots that
are lighter and more supportive than ever.
1. Dual Density PU (polyurethane) HEEL COUNTER adds heel stability
2. Full-Length STABILIZING SHANK is embedded into the injected midsole to protect
and stabilize underfoot
3. PU MONOWRAP® Frame provides superior lateral stability with light weight;
Integrated DuraPU midsole delivers outstanding shock absorption and durability
4. Rubber outsole provides sure-footed traction in mixed terrain.
MONOWRAP®
Found on select ATC, ATS and Casual boots and shoes
1
2
3
4
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
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A LOWA Exclusive
The I-Core carbon insert forms the intelligent core of the sole construction. A precise alignment of
the carbon fibers achieves both perfect flex and torsional stability, for better shock absorption and
comfort in a very light weight design. The benefit to the alpinist is a very rigid support and precise
feel underfoot for secure edging in the most difficult conditions.
I-CORE
Found on select Alpine boots
“I-CORE“stiff carbon insert
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A LOWA Exclusive
Provides support for comfortable long distance walking.
TPU inserts within the softer PU midsole help prevent
over-pronation and supination.
SPS DYNAMIC
Found on select Backpacking & Trekking boots
natural rolling motion of foot
supination support
TPU insert promotes natural stride
pronation support
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Dry and Cool Feet, All Day Long
This innovative sole technology is highly breathable and durably waterproof.
We worked with W.L. Gore & Associates to create an outsole design that allows
vapor from warm feet to escape while keeping water from entering the shoe.
The Surround™ membrane inside provides the durably waterproof/breathable
protection consumers have come to expect from GORE-TEX® products. The
result is 360 degrees of breathability in an extremely lightweight, low profile
design that is perfect for urban/casual and travel use.
GORE-TEX® SURROUND
Found on select Casual shoes
Durably waterproof Visibly breathable all around
highly breathable & durably waterproof
TPU outsole for excellent abrasion resistance
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IT ALL STARTS UNDERFOOT – OUTSOLES
- mountaineering profile design - high edge stability for optimum precision foot placement - self-cleaning profile
VIBRAM® “DOLENT“ VIBRAM® “MULAZ“
- medium tread depth for the best friction and step characteristics on rock. Ideal also for combined terrain.
- “Climbing Zone“ at the tip of the sole for precise stepping- undercut heel front for excellent grip
- soft and durable rubber that's ideal for situations when a highly sticky rubber is not called for
“LC-SUPERGRIP®“ RUBBER VIBRAM® “XS-GRIP“ RUBBER
- the premium rubber for climbing shoes- offers a great balance between soft stickiness and durability
ALPINE
ROCK CLIMBING
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Also found on select Backpacking boots.
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IT ALL STARTS UNDERFOOT – OUTSOLES
- excellent grip on all surfaces thanks to self-cleaning mountaineering tread
- rough braking and rappelling studs- undercut heel front for excellent grip - “Climbing Zone“ at the tip of the sole
VIBRAM® “MASAI“
BACKPACKING
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
- modern trekking boot tread with increased contact area- self-cleaning tread for excellent grip- pronounced front heel edge for good traction downhill
VIBRAM® “APPTRAIL“
Also found on select Trekking boots. Also found on select Task Force boots.
Also found on select Task Force boots. Also available in Desert color.
- tread design supports boot's stability - ideal roll-through/push-lff motion thanks to special stud configuration- soft rubber increases cushioning and comfort
VIBRAM® “MVS“
- excellent grip on all surfaces with its self-cleaning profile- brake, impact and stability zones- angled heel design- shock-absorbing PU midsole for extra comfort
VIBRAM® “TSAVO“
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IT ALL STARTS UNDERFOOT – OUTSOLES
- modern trekking tread for excellent grip- wider platform for stability- easy flex for comfortable walking
VIBRAM® “NATURAL“
- profile designed for outdoor use- very good flexing action- perfect grip
LOWA “TRAC® LITE II“
- Climbing style toe & heel push-off zones
LOWA “APPROACH LITE“
TREKKING
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IT ALL STARTS UNDERFOOT – OUTSOLES
- hiking-oriented tread with a special adjustment of tread-elements- very good grip and traction on every surface
LOWA “CROSS II“
- ensures stability and non-slip performance - outdoor-oriented tread - optimum cushioning
VIBRAM® “EVO“
- MONOWRAP® sole construction with stabilizer- stable and non-slip rubber outsole- outdoor-oriented tread - ideal for many different outdoor-activities
VIBRAM® “RENEVO“
- mountaineering profile design - high edge stability for optimum precision foot placement - self-cleaning profile
LOWA “MULTICROSS“
ATC
100% HANDCRAFTED IN EUROPE
- stable and non-slip rubber outsole- outdoor-oriented tread- ideal for many outdoor activities
LOWA “VIALTA III“
Also found on select Task Force / Special boots.
Also found on select Task Force boots.
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IT ALL STARTS UNDERFOOT – OUTSOLES
- outdoor-oriented tread- non-slip performance- stable outsole
LOWA “NXT“
- STG design for all-day walking comfort- Bi-density design helps cushion & absorb shocks- Outsole color varies depending on colorway of shoe
LOWA “ENDURO EVO“
ATS
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CASUAL
- light weight- flat tread- fashionable design
LOWA “SNEAKER“
- Open sole design allows moisture from inside shoe to escape- GORE-TEX® membrane provides durably waterproof/breathable comfort
LOWA “SUMMER TRAVEL“
- Flatter, street-oriented TPU outsole- Extensive tread profile for optimal traction- Durably abrasion resistant und flexible
LOWA “TRAVEL“
- Multifunctional, self-cleaning tread profile- Extensive contact area for optimal traction- Optimised rubber blend
LOWA “ENDURO SANDAL“
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IT ALL STARTS UNDERFOOT – OUTSOLESWINTER
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- Special textured fabric embedded throughout rubber for exceptional grip- Snow tread ideal for winter trekking- Protective PU stabilizing component
LOWA “G+“
- excellent grip on all surfaces thanks to self-cleaning mountaineering tread
- rough braking and rappelling studs- undercut heel front for excellent grip - “Climbing Zone“ at the tip of the sole
VIBRAM® “MASAI TECH G3“
- profile designed for outdoor use- very good flexing action- perfect grip
LOWA “TRAC® LITE II G+“
- G3 texturized fiber “cleats” grip on snow and ice- VIBRAM®‘s acclaimed rubber compound delivers rugged durability- Unique lug pattern was inspired by snowmobile tires‘ tread
VIBRAM® “G3 ELIKA ICE“
Also found on Trekking boots.
- Special textile material with excellent friction properties- Protective PU stabilizing component- Snow tread
LOWA“G3“
Also found on select Backpacking boots.