Name: ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws
Brand: LOWA Sportschuhe GmbH
SKU: 220022 6976
Price: 430 EUR

Image photo with the ALPINE ICE GTX, Bilderauswahl HochzweiMedia August 2020

No matter whether your aim is to cross a ridge or to tramp across a field of loose rocks – LOWA has developed the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws mountaineering tour boot so that women can take on any terrain. A high upper provides stability. A carbon shank has been used as well. And if things get really wet and cold, you can count on the waterproof GORE-TEX lining with 400er PrimaLoft® insulation.

Weight: 1550 g/Pair (UK 5)
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The perfect mix of hiking and climbing

Via ferrata are iron routes built on mountains. The route is usually well marked with a permanently installed steel cable. It’s a source of great adventure. Fixed steel pegs and ladders are used in places that are too steep or rock faces that lacks sufficient structure. In addition to normal via ferrata equipment, climbers need the right footwear.

“When I set off on a via ferrata, sure-footedness is what I need most. A single careless step can quickly produce a disastrous result. Then again, this is what gets your juices flowing sometimes as well.”

— Corinna, Outdoormädchen
- Generalist
  As a rule of thumb, a good via ferrata boot is a generalist. After all, the route covers not just steps carved into rock and ladders, but also classic mountain trails, meadows and hiking paths.
- Torsional stability
  Climbers who are taking long tours or have to cover difficult passages need secure footing. This is why via ferrata boots offer exceptional torsional stability and give wearers firm footing even when they are carrying a full load.
- Torsional stability
  Climbers who are taking long tours or have to cover difficult passages need secure footing. This is why via ferrata boots offer exceptional torsional stability and give wearers a firm footing even when they are carrying a full load.
Why do we need to go up there?

High-altitude tours belong to the Olympian class of mountaineering. During tours like these, mountaineers set off from the valley, take hiking paths, cross rock-covered terrain and trek through snow before reaching steep ice and firn flanks. High-altitude tours call for orientation skills, experience, climbing ability and sure footing cross alpine terrain. The right equipment is an absolute must for such tours. During high-altitude tours, mountaineers are part of a roped party or group and face all sorts of different terrains. They have to find their own way on snow, ice and rock.

“As I only move about on foot – with crutches – during my summer projects and do without with mobility aids, the shoes I wear must be genuine all-rounders. I always climb from the lowest point in the valley up to the summit. This means my ascent takes me through the uplands into the high mountains. For reasons of weight, I can’t take several pairs of shoes with me. My shoe should therefore be comfortable and flexible to wear in the valley, should steady me on rocky ground and ice, and support me in using my strength.”

— Jacqueline Fritz | LOWA ACTIVE Team
- Insulation
  LOWA’s expedition boots are outfitted with insulation made of GORE-TEX or PrimaLoft®.
- Torsional stability
  If you’re on an extended tour or lugging relatively heavy loads, you need secure footing. This is why high-altitude boots offer exceptional torsional stability and give wearers firm footing even when they are carrying a full load.
- Torsional stability
  If you’re on an extended tour or lugging relatively heavy loads, you need secure footing. This is why high-altitude boots offer exceptional torsional stability and give wearers a firm footing even when they are carrying a full load.
Along rock and ice formations

Ice climbing involves the scaling of ice formations like frozen waterfalls and icicles. Climbers use crampons and ice tools to scale the ice. Ice climbing is a special discipline of alpine climbing or mountaineering because all knowledge about alpine climbing is put to the test here. The same protective equipment needed for alpine climbing is used here as well. Mixed climbing is a combination of sport climbing and ice climbing. It may sound simple. But the ability to effectively move across such combined terrain is far from easy. Generally, climbers use crampons and ice tools to maintain their vertical position – just like ice climbing. Mixed routes are characterised by pronounced overhangs and difficult rock and ice formations.

“Fit and insulation are the most important requirements in ice climbing. Wearing light, comfortable shoes turns any route, no matter how tough, into a enjoyable experience.”

— Ines Papert | LOWA PRO Team
- Insulation
  Boots designed for ice and mixed climbing are outfitted with insulation made of GORE-TEX or PrimaLoft®.
- Crampon welts
  Anyone who traverses icy or mixed terrain needs crampon-compatible boots. LOWA ice-climbing boots have permanently affixed crampons or are designed to accept fully automatic crampons.
- Sole rigidity
  Boots with a torsionally stable sole play a very important role in a wearer’s ability to maintain stable footing while using crampons. This takes the load off foot muscles and combats fatigue.
Why don’t we take the gondola?

A mountain hike involves a tour in highland terrain. This is the easiest way to explore the mountains. In principle, mountain hiking is something for everyone. The tours frequently use forest trails or paths. The higher the altitude of the hikes, the greater the degree of difficulty and the greater the need for experience, preparation, fitness, grip and a head for heights. Mountain hiking is a basic form of mountain climbing. The transition is frequently seamless.

“I have not walked the Camino de Santiago, but as a mountain guide have covered scores of kilometres wearing my LOWA shoes.”

— Josef Pfnür | LOWA ACTIVE Team
- Stability
  To ensure sufficient grip during hikes, both the sole and the upper should be stable.
- Comfortable
  Comfortable footwear is essential for long distances covered on foot. This is why LOWA places such a high priority on exact fit, something that is perfectly designed to handle short or long strolls.
Along rock and ice formations

Ice climbing involves the scaling of ice formations like frozen waterfalls and icicles. Climbers use crampons and ice tools to scale the ice. Ice climbing is a special discipline of alpine climbing or mountaineering because all knowledge about alpine climbing is put to the test here. The same protective equipment needed for alpine climbing is used here as well. Mixed climbing is a combination of sport climbing and ice climbing. It may sound simple. But the ability to effectively move across such combined terrain is far from easy. Generally, climbers use crampons and ice tools to maintain their vertical position – just like ice climbing. Mixed routes are characterised by pronounced overhangs and difficult rock and ice formations.

“Fit and insulation are the most important requirements in ice climbing. Wearing light, comfortable shoes turns any route, no matter how tough, into a enjoyable experience.”

— Ines Papert | LOWA PRO Team
- Insulation
  Boots designed for ice and mixed climbing are outfitted with insulation made of GORE-TEX or PrimaLoft®.
- Crampon welts
  Anyone who traverses icy or mixed terrain needs crampon-compatible boots. LOWA ice-climbing boots have permanently affixed crampons or are designed to accept fully automatic crampons.
- Sole rigidity
  Boots with a torsionally stable sole play a very important role in a wearer’s ability to maintain stable footing while using crampons. This takes the load off foot muscles and combats fatigue.
The hike to the wall – a real adventure

Fascinating climbing faces or challenging via ferrata – before you can start your adventure, you have to gain a little altitude. The hike to the starting point of the rock face or the climb is called the approach. The approach usually leads across rough terrain and frequently includes some sections to scramble as well.

“I regard the approach as well as the tour and the actual climbing as part of the same experience. You wake up and warm up.”

— Josef Pfnür | LOWA ACTIVE Team
- Climbing zone
  A few rocky passages have to be cleared on the way to the rock face or the via ferrata. The sole of approach boots is equipped with a climbing zone for this purpose. The zone facilitates easier movement during small scrambling sections.
- Generalist
  Approach routes often vary significantly. For the boot to perfectly meet every challenge, it should be designed with a broad range of uses in mind.
- Sole rigidity
  You need to have stable footing when you venture across rough terrain. The soles of your boots need to have a certain degree of stiffness to perform this job.
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Adventures of discovery at the end of the world

Remote areas and uncharted terrain: Expeditions are trips of discovery and research that take people to remote or unexplored regions of the world. In the Alps, such expeditions frequently involve mountain climbing on heavily glaciated terrain that is difficult to manoeuvre across. But expeditions on flat terrain also appeal to many adventurers. These types of journeys usually pass through areas that are far from civilisation and, as a result, lack such infrastructure as roads, hospitals and accommodations.

“On expeditions I have to leave my comfort zone every time. But my reward is a range of experiences that money can’t buy: sunsets from a high-camp perspective and breathtaking views of untamed mountain peaks or glistening mountain lakes.”

— Alix von Melle | LOWA PRO Team
- Insulation
  LOWA’s expedition boots are outfitted with insulation made of GORE-TEX or PrimaLoft®.
- Crampon welts
  The boots are also equipped with crampon welts to help wearers to traverse icy surfaces or rough terrain.
- Gaiters
  To enable wearers to effectively plough through deep snow, the boots are equipped with gaiters.

VIBRAM ALP TRAC® ICE Your connection to the earth

The ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws comes equipped with a Vibram sole. The Italian sole manufacturer has been one of the leading brands of high-quality soles for many years.

The performance sole VIBRAM ALP TRAC® ICE has been optimised for use in high alpine terrain. Users enjoy solid grip that is created by the combination of the high tread depth of the studs and a proven rubber compound, including the “climbing zone” on the sole’s tip.

GORE-TEX Guaranteed weather protection

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Guaranteed weather protection, even in pouring rain and heavy snow: The ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws is equipped with a GORE-TEX membrane. The innovative technology delivers optimal waterproof protection and breathability.

Permanently waterproof
The membrane provides reliable waterproof protection. No matter what sort of adventure you may be planning, you can count on GORE-TEX technology to keep your feet pleasantly dry.
High breathability
Designed with optimal breathability in mind, GORE-TEX shoes provide pleasant comfort even during intense activities. Water cannot penetrate the footwear, and moisture produced inside the shoe escapes through billions of pores in the GORE-TEX membrane.
Windproof
The GORE-TEX membrane dependably fights off the wind and the weather. As a result, you can head off on a tour no matter what the weather is like.

No matter whether your aim is to cross a ridge or to tramp across a field of loose rocks - LOWA has developed the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws mountaineering tour boot so that women can take on any terrain. A high upper provides stability. A carbon shank has been used as well. And if things get really wet and cold, you can count on the waterproof GORE-TEX lining with 400er PrimaLoft® insulation. — No matter whether your aim is to cross a ridge or to tramp across a field of loose rocks – LOWA has developed the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws mountaineering tour boot so that women can take on any terrain. A high upper provides stability. A carbon shank has been used as well. And if things get really wet and cold, you can count on the waterproof GORE-TEX lining with 400er PrimaLoft® insulation.

2019_Jacqueline Fritz - Fotoauswahl Kletterhalle und Wandern

“It’s important to me that my feet stay dry when I go on longer walks with my dog in all weathers. Of course, the footwear should nevertheless be very breathable. That means my dog Loui and I have a lot of fun even in wet weather.”

— Jacqueline Fritz | LOWA ACTIVE Team

100 years of LOWA 1923 – 2023

The year of 2023 marks a milestone in LOWA’s history. The shoemaker is celebrating its 100th anniversary. It is the perfect time to look back over the last 100 years and bring the company’s history to life.

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TWO ZONE LACING The shoes fit correctly as a result

Thanks to the two-zone lacing system used in the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws, the forefoot and upper have their own separately adjustable lacing zones. As a result, the shoe can be individually adapted to the anatomy of the foot and laced in different ways for ascents and descents.

“It is convenient being able to match your footwear with your activity and terrain with the aid of this twin-zone lacing system. My forefoot has to be held perfectly in place inside the boot, especially for descents. I need a bit more space on the upper.”

— Jacqueline Fritz | LOWA ACTIVE Team

If your boots had eyes Focus on the experience

Anyone who returns home after a long hiking tour knows that feeling of gratitude. Gratitude for breathtaking days spent in the great outdoors, for spectacular moments and for snug boots that safely took the hiker up the mountains and back down again. Many hikers have a very special relationship with their hiking boots. They are something more than just another pair of shoes in the closet. They are more like a hiking partner and a real companion. For a few, they even become something that can only be described as friends. Hikers just can’t do without them. The boots fit like a glove and accompany us everywhere – as they should. Sometimes you wonder: What would the boots say if they could talk? What would they tell us? What have they seen?

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CLOSE TO THE GROUND For direct contact with the ground

People who venture across Alpine terrain face many challenges. Fields of loose rocks, rocky outcrops and rough terrain place the highest demands on footwear. For this reason, LOWA uses the technologies of CLOSE TO THE GROUND in the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws to create a good feel on the surface. The sole is designed in such a way that the distance to the ground is kept to a bare minimum. The height minimisation throughout the entire shoe creates a natural feel during challenging tours and provides stable footing on uneven terrain.

LOWA x GORE-TEX – Nature Clean-Up

Nature provides us with all sorts of unique opportunities to experience unforgettable adventures and enjoy very special moments. More and more people are making a conscious decision to get back in tune with nature. But the decision by more and more people to get back in tune with nature also results in a greater and greater impact on the environment. You hear words like “awareness” and “mindfulness” a lot in discussions about this trend – but what exactly do people mean when they use them? An example: The practise of taking your trash home with you after a tour now comes second nature to many people. Such steps, no matter how tiny they may seem, can be the key to a mindful and sustainable outdoor lifestyle. But if you look around outdoors, you will certainly see many places that certainly have room for improvement.

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CLOSE TO THE ROCK For direct contact with the rock

People who venture across Alpine terrain face many challenges. Fields of loose rocks, rocky outcrops and rough terrain place the highest demands on footwear. For this reason, LOWA uses the technologies of CLOSE TO THE ROCK in the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws to create a good feel on the rock. The toe area of the shoe is designed in such a way that the distance to the rock is kept to a bare minimum.

The Performance collection The development of a high-performance line

When LOWA sits down to develop its line of Alpine boots, the company consults with the best professional mountaineers in the German-speaking world. These ambitious mountain athletes know exactly what counts during extreme high-altitude tours, on via ferrata and during far-off expeditions. The LOWA PRO Team advises our specialists in the Development Department in its work to create footwear that perfectly meets the athletes’ needs. The result of this work is a new line that delivers top performance on the mountain. The models have become much more athletic and lighter. Over the past few years, a number of exceptional LOWA boots have been developed in the “performance” segment during countless meetings with athletes and testing events.

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Image photo with the ALPINE ICE GTX, Charmonix 2018

ANATOMICAL FIT Exact comfort

The midsole of the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws has been specially adapted to the natural features of the foot as a way of increasing comfort and fighting fatigue. These qualities are created by using integrated cushioning in the insole and its anatomically optimised form.

Hiking adventure Forgetting the routine, relishing the fun.

The sun is beaming down, a cool breeze is stirring, and you are stuck in the office, at home or somewhere in the city most of the time – the daily grind has you firmly under its control. It’s about time for a jaunt in nature! A little adventure awaits you. Your workout in the fresh air will be balsam for your body and mind, no matter whether you set off on a one-day hike or a multiple-day tour. It will reawaken the curiosity of your childhood and will be a tremendous opportunity to create an unforgettable experience with your family and friends. As part of #ForTheNextStep, we plan to explore and share the motivation behind and the joy of the phenomenon known as hiking with you.

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Image photo with the RENEGADE GTX MID, Image Shooting Gardasee

SLINGSHOT For improved heel fit

To provide good fit for the heel and to maintain a strong connection between the front and rear foot, a special form of heel rubber is attached to the footwear ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws while under tension. This SLINGSHOT generates a powerful restoring force, creating good heel fit in the shoe.

Hiking season starts now!

The days are getting longer and warmer again. Slowly, the last traces of winter blues fade away and the desire for a new adventure rises. The hiking season is just around the corner. It’s about time to lace up our hiking boots and explore new trails. But before we set off, it’s important to prepare properly and, above all, to check our equipment after its winter slumber.

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ROLLER EYELETS Walking easier

To ensure laces run flexibly and smoothly through the eyelets, small roller balls minimise friction in the metal eyelets of the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws.

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X-LACING To ensure that nothing slips …

As a result, the tongue is located where it should be – without any slippage or pressure points: This is what X-LACING technology of the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws is all about. This special lacing system secures the tongue both vertically and horizontally. Because the lacing system gains independence from the height of the instep, the design is perfect for any type of foot. This technology ensures that the pressure of the laces is transferred not just to the hooks but to the tongue as well.

“The shoe tongue has to fit and stay where it belongs. It’s one thing less that I have to worry about when the going gets tough on the tour.”

— Ines Papert | LOWA PRO Team

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LOWA FLEX® Flexible eyelets for more comfort

To add flexibility to each eyelet of the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws, the lacing systems through which laces are threaded are affixed separately. These sections are made of soft leather trim or supple textile materials that prevent pressure points. Thanks to the flexible arrangement of the eyelets, the laces can be individually adjusted without producing any excessive pressure on specific areas. But the tongue maintains its optimum positioning.

Corporate Responsibility Tradition and innovation since 1923

No matter whether you simply enjoy nature and spend your leisure hours outdoors, or cross fields, forests, and mountains: LOWA is at your side – from outdoor adventures through to more challenging expeditions, always reliable and aware of our responsibilities.

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WOMEN LAST Adapted to the anatomy of women’s feet

To ensure perfect fit, the lasts used for ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws have been specially designed with the anatomy of women’s feet in mind. The last plays a key role in the ultimate fit of a boot. Women’s feet have less volume than men’s feet. As a result, the instep height and the ball area of these lasts have been altered.

FLEXFIT® Comfort in every step

Feet can roll more effectively if the upper of a hiking boot can be easily bent. Such a feature saves energy when the wearer climbs hills and it provides real comfort in the process. For this reason, LOWA has integrated a flexible zone and a lace loop into this area for the ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws. This involves repositioning the boot’s eyelets and using a flexible lace hook that improves heel comfort and facilitates bending.

PrimaLoft® 400 Comfort for the cold time of year

The ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws has no fear of extremely cold winter conditions thanks to its high-quality synthetic fibre insulation with a 400 g/m² lining. The insulating performance that is comparable to that of down, keeps the wearer’s feet pleasantly warm during winter conditions.

Optimal warming performance
PrimaLoft® insulation offers an optimal mix of warmth performance, weight and volume. Its heat-retention qualities are comparable to those of good goose down. The fibres are so thin and soft that they flexibly adjust to the body’s form.
Water repellent
PrimaLoft® insulation is water repellent. The material retains its form even when wet. During production, the ultra-fine micro-fibres gain their water-repellent properties in a special, fibre-based refining process. This special treatment prevents moisture from sticking to the fibres.
Ideal comfort
PrimaLoft® insulation is also extraordinarily comfortable. The very low fibre strength facilitates good heat retention. The fibres trap more air with the same volume level, but can also be tightly compressed. This creates a high level of wearing comfort as well as excellent fibre recovery and long form stability.

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“Whether ice climbing or eight-thousander expeditions – I don’t like cold feet. Having PRIMALOFT® insulation in my shoes always keeps my feet really warm.”

— Alix von Melle | LOWA PRO Team

Resoling A second life for your favourite footwear

The footwear model ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws can be resoled.

Image photo with the APPROACH PRO GTX® LO, 2016_Athlete testing_CoburgerHütte

“Giving mountaineering boots a new lease of life after the soles have worn out is very important to me for reasons of sustainability and resource conservation.”

— Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner | LOWA PRO Team

Technical data

Name

ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws

Article number

220022 6976

Sole

VIBRAM ALP TRAC® ICE

Proven Vibram rubber sole from a high-quality provider from Italy.

A specially constructed component in the area of the sole tip for precise performance during easy climbs.

Midsole

Approx. 20%
Thermoplastic polyurethane

Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) is like classic polyurethane in many ways. But it differs from it in one special aspect: the process used to produce it. As a result, TPU is more abrasion and slip resistant. It also has a very high degree of kink and tensile strength. Thanks to improved weather resistance, the qualities of a sole made from TPU are more constant even when temperatures fluctuate, an especially important aspect of our leisure-time winter models.

Approx. 80%
Polyurethane (PU)

Polyurethane (PU) is a soft plastic that has very good cushioning properties and is usually used in the midsole as a result. Through the use of PU, the soles become lightweight and functionally flexible.

Insole

Approx. 10%
Mesh

Mesh is a material that consists of many evenly spaced holes. It is usually made of polyester or nylon and basically a lattice-like material that is created by interwoven threads. Thanks to its special design, the man-made fibre is particularly permeable to air, has special moisture-regulating qualities and is easy to care for, breathable and crease-resistant.

Approx. 40%
Non-woven fabric

Non-woven fabric is a collection of fibre of limited length, filaments or cut yarns. Used as a component/covering of feet beds, the layer of non-woven fabric absorbs the heat generated by the foot, creating a pleasant feeling of comfort even in cold weather.

Approx. 50%
Viscoelastic latex foam

Viscoelastic latex foam is made of a remarkable polymer that lends a special form memory to the foam. Once body heat or pressure is applied to the viscoelastic foam, the foam adapts exactly to these particular contours. This feature equally distributes pressure and eases stress on the feet.

Upper material

Approx. 80%
Suede leather

Suede leather comes from the flesh side of the hide. It has a looser fibre structure, a quality that creates a velvety surface and a light pile. Suede leather is particularly durable and open-pored. Depending on the desired look, suede leather can remain untreated or be oiled or waxed.

Approx. 20%
Fabric

Our natural and synthetic fabrics facilitate optimal warming and moisture management with the help of their usage-specific characteristics. Thanks to their structural design, they are smooth and make our products extremely comfortable.

Lining material

Approx. 50%
PrimaLoft® 400

The high-tech insulation PrimaLoft® 400 is a world-class synthetic insulating material made of polyester (400 g/m²). More …

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Approx. 50%
GORE-TEX

Footwear equipped with a GORE-TEX membrane is reliably waterproof, windproof and breathable. More …

Functions

The special design of the toe area enables wearers to climb with precision even on the edges of the smallest rocks. More …

The forefoot and upper area can be laced in varying degrees of tightness. More …

Upper design with freely moving lace hooks and lacing systems. More …

The midsole has been specially adapted to the anatomy of the foot. More …

The low height of the sole creates stable footing on uneven terrain. More …

Lasts specially adapted to the anatomy of women’s feet. More …

Stretched rubber, a feature taken from the realm of climbing, improves heel fit. More …

Increased flexibility of the upper for pleasant walking. More …

Roller eyelets make for easy lacing. More …

Holds the tongue in place with the help of the laces and prevents slippage in the process. More …

Crampons

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Footwear stiffness

The footwear exhibits very strong resistance to bending.

A cushioning pad has been placed in the heel area to provide the very best comfort.

Weight

1550 g/Pair (UK 5)

PPE Regulation

Please note that if it is intended to use the purchased products as personal protective equipment in accordance with Art. 3 No. 1 of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 (PPE Regulation), the user is responsible for checking the products for the presence of a corresponding certification (see technical data of the product). If the product lacks a certification required for use as personal protective equipment as defined by the PPE Regulation, the product may not be used as personal protective equipment or only for non-professional purposes.

Service & accessories

Available repairs

LOWA boots sold in the MOUNTAINEERING and TREKKING categories are designed in a way during the development phase that they can be resoled. This process will extend their service life and make a strong contribution to sustainability. More …

Seam repair

Right at the development stage, our footwear is designed in such a way that the seams for the different parts of the upper are equal to the demands placed on them. But even with the greatest of care, seams can of course still come apart. Torn or worn seams can be repaired without any difficulty at our service workshop. More …

Heel lining repair

The heel lining is one of the parts of a shoe that are subject to the most stress. Even with quality materials, chafing and signs of wear can of course still occur. The heel lining for leather and GORE-TEX footwear can be repaired without any difficulty at our service workshop. More …

Hook repair

Hooks, loops and eyelets are essential for lacing and putting on all types of footwear. Even with the biggest selection of material, individual parts can still break, tear or fall apart. Our service workshop can repair all that in house. More …

Cuff repair

Repairing the cuff required a lot of handwork, know-how and utmost care. First, the new edging piece is cut by hand and sewn onto the upper. In a second step, the worn material is removed and replaced with the new piece, ensuring that the necessary glueing and seams match the LOWA standards and nothing pinches on the cuff. More …

Replacement parts

Whether it’s new insoles, a speed-lace system, new laces or other replacement parts. Let us know what you need for your favourite LOWA footwear and we’ll send it to you. More …

Accessories

LOWA PFLEGEBÜRSTE

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ACTIVE CREME 75ml

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LOWA Care Set neutral

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Socks

MOUNTAINEERING

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Care tips Safety tips

	LOWA recommendation incl. extra toe room
Foot length (mm)	UK	EU	JP	US men + children	US women cemented construction	US women injected construction
218	2½	35.0	218	3½	4	4½
222	3	36.0	222	4	4½	5
226	3½	36½	226	4½	5	5½
230	4	37.0	230	5	5½	6
235	4½	37½	235	5½	6	6½
239	5	38.0	239	6	6½	7
243	5½	39.0	243	6½	7	7½
247	6	39½	247	7	7½	8
252	6½	40.0	252	7½	8	8½
256	7	41.0	256	8	8½	9
260	7½	41½	260	8½	9	9½
265	8	42.0	265	9	9½	10
269	8½	42½	269	9½	10	10½
273	9	43½	273	10	10½	11
277	9½	44.0	277	10½	11	11½
281	10	44½	281	11	11½	12

Use your ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws for Via ferrata , High-altitude tours , Ice and mixed climbing , Mountain hiking , Ice and mixed climbing , Approaches and Exped­itions

The perfect mix of hiking and climbing

“When I set off on a via ferrata, sure-footedness is what I need most. A single careless step can quickly produce a disastrous result. Then again, this is what gets your juices flowing sometimes as well.”

Why do we need to go up there?

Along rock and ice form­ations

“Fit and insu­lation are the most important requirements in ice climbing. Wearing light, comfortable shoes turns any route, no matter how tough, into a enjoyable experience.”

Why don’t we take the gondola?

“I have not walked the Camino de Santiago, but as a mountain guide have covered scores of kilo­metres wearing my LOWA shoes.”

Along rock and ice form­ations

“Fit and insu­lation are the most important requirements in ice climbing. Wearing light, comfortable shoes turns any route, no matter how tough, into a enjoyable experience.”

The hike to the wall – a real adventure

“I regard the approach as well as the tour and the actual climbing as part of the same experience. You wake up and warm up.”

Adventures of discovery at the end of the world

“On exped­itions I have to leave my comfort zone every time. But my reward is a range of exper­iences that money can’t buy: sunsets from a high-camp perspective and breath­taking views of untamed mountain peaks or glistening mountain lakes.”

VIBRAM ALP TRAC® ICE Your connection to the earth

GORE-TEX Guar­anteed weather protection

“It’s important to me that my feet stay dry when I go on longer walks with my dog in all weathers. Of course, the footwear should never­theless be very breathable. That means my dog Loui and I have a lot of fun even in wet weather.”

100 years of LOWA 1923 – 2023

TWO ZONE LACING The shoes fit correctly as a result

“It is convenient being able to match your footwear with your activity and terrain with the aid of this twin-zone lacing system. My forefoot has to be held perfectly in place inside the boot, espe­cially for descents. I need a bit more space on the upper.”

If your boots had eyes Focus on the experience

CLOSE TO THE GROUND For direct contact with the ground

LOWA x GORE-TEX – Nature Clean-Up

CLOSE TO THE ROCK For direct contact with the rock

The Performance collection The devel­opment of a high-performance line

ANATOMICAL FIT Exact comfort

Hiking adventure Forgetting the routine, relishing the fun.

SLINGSHOT For improved heel fit

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ROLLER EYELETS Walking easier

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X-LACING To ensure that nothing slips …

“The shoe tongue has to fit and stay where it belongs. It’s one thing less that I have to worry about when the going gets tough on the tour.”

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LOWA FLEX® Flexible eyelets for more comfort

Corporate Respons­ibility Tradition and innovation since 1923

WOMEN LAST Adapted to the anatomy of women’s feet

FLEXFIT® Comfort in every step

Prim­aLoft® 400 Comfort for the cold time of year

“Whether ice climbing or eight-thou­sander exped­itions – I don’t like cold feet. Having PRIM­ALOFT® insu­lation in my shoes always keeps my feet really warm.”

Resoling A second life for your favourite footwear

“Giving moun­tain­eering boots a new lease of life after the soles have worn out is very important to me for reasons of sustain­ability and resource conser­vation.”

Technical data

Name

Article number

Sole

VIBRAM ALP TRAC® ICE

Midsole

Approx. 20% Ther­mo­plastic poly­urethane

Approx. 80% Poly­urethane (PU)

Insole

Approx. 10% Mesh

Approx. 40% Non-woven fabric

Approx. 50% Viscoelastic latex foam

Upper material

Approx. 80% Suede leather

Approx. 20% Fabric

Lining material

Approx. 50% Prim­aLoft® 400

Approx. 50% GORE-TEX

Functions

Crampons

Footwear stiffness

Weight

PPE Regu­lation

Service & accessories

Available repairs

Seam repair

Heel lining repair

Hook repair

Cuff repair

Replacement parts

Accessories

LOWA PFLEGE­BÜRSTE

ACTIVE CREME 75ml

LOWA Care Set neutral

Socks

MOUN­TAIN­EERING

Use your ALPINE EXPERT II GTX Ws for , , , , , and

Along rock and ice formations

“Fit and insulation are the most important requirements in ice climbing. Wearing light, comfortable shoes turns any route, no matter how tough, into a enjoyable experience.”

“I have not walked the Camino de Santiago, but as a mountain guide have covered scores of kilometres wearing my LOWA shoes.”

Along rock and ice formations

“Fit and insulation are the most important requirements in ice climbing. Wearing light, comfortable shoes turns any route, no matter how tough, into a enjoyable experience.”

“On expeditions I have to leave my comfort zone every time. But my reward is a range of experiences that money can’t buy: sunsets from a high-camp perspective and breathtaking views of untamed mountain peaks or glistening mountain lakes.”

GORE-TEX Guaranteed weather protection

“It’s important to me that my feet stay dry when I go on longer walks with my dog in all weathers. Of course, the footwear should nevertheless be very breathable. That means my dog Loui and I have a lot of fun even in wet weather.”

“It is convenient being able to match your footwear with your activity and terrain with the aid of this twin-zone lacing system. My forefoot has to be held perfectly in place inside the boot, especially for descents. I need a bit more space on the upper.”

The Performance collection The development of a high-performance line

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PrimaLoft® 400 Comfort for the cold time of year

“Whether ice climbing or eight-thousander expeditions – I don’t like cold feet. Having PRIMALOFT® insulation in my shoes always keeps my feet really warm.”

“Giving mountaineering boots a new lease of life after the soles have worn out is very important to me for reasons of sustainability and resource conservation.”

Approx. 20%
Thermoplastic polyurethane

Approx. 80%
Polyurethane (PU)

Approx. 10%
Mesh

Approx. 40%
Non-woven fabric

Approx. 50%
Viscoelastic latex foam

Approx. 80%
Suede leather

Approx. 20%
Fabric

Approx. 50%
PrimaLoft® 400

Approx. 50%
GORE-TEX

PPE Regulation

LOWA PFLEGEBÜRSTE

MOUNTAINEERING