LOWA BOOTS Z-8S GTX C

The certified version of the multi-talented mission boot: With the Z-8S GTX C, LOWA has created a robust boot that is both func­tional and light­weight. It is perfect for missions performed on chal­lenging terrains and for marches with medium-heavy backpacks. This quality is also rein­forced by the foot­wear’s mission-optimised rubber mix and the profile of the sole. The heat- and cold-insu­lating sole complex is anti-slip. It is also resistant to oil, petrol and contact heat. The elevated upper made of tough suede leather provides optimal stability and support. At the same time, the durable PU material used in the sole provides excep­tional cush­ioning and stability with the help of various degrees of rigidity. The lining with the GORE-TEX membrane creates an optimal foot climate even during sweat-generating activity. The Z-8S GTX C is also anti­static.

The Z-8S GTX C is equipped with a LOWA RUBBER OUTSOLE. Conceived by LOWA to meet the chal­lenges of real-world use, the profile design is made from an optimised rubber compound. The result is a rubber outsole with good traction in the back­country and off trail.

The special profile design of the LOWA® TACTICAL Z TRAC® impresses users with its good support and grip that is delivered even on chal­lenging terrain. The sole optimised for fast-roping missions combines heat- and cold-insu­lating qualities. It is anti­static and resistant to oil, petrol and contact heat as well.

Guar­anteed weather protection even during warm temper­atures: The Z-8S GTX C is equipped with a GORE-TEX extended comfort footwear membrane. The innovative tech­nology delivers optimal waterproof protection and breath­ability.

Permanently waterproof
The membrane provides reliable waterproof protection. No matter what sort of activity 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 are a pleasure to wear even during intense activities and warm weather. 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.

With the LOWA-MONOWRAP® frame, the midsole of the Z-8S GTX C provides the very best comfort. This three-dimen­sional midsole design was developed by LOWA in 1995. The frame comfortably cradles the foot and support it when the shoe wearer ventures across uneven surfaces. The sole design is slightly raised for shoes with a STABILITY FRAME.

Good guidance for the foot
The foot is optimally nestled into the shoe thanks to the frame’s three-dimen­sional design.

Increased comfort
The special midsole design ensures snug footing in the shoe. The foot is pleasantly cradled by the three-dimen­sional frame.

Light­weight
The LOWA-MONOWRAP® is made of a plastic called poly­urethane. It is a very light­weight material.

To provide effective cush­ioning and improved comfort, the sole of the Z-8S GTX C is bonded to the upper in a tech­nically demanding injection process. The upper boot is placed into a specially designed mould. Various layers of PU foam padding are then poured into it. In the process, the sole and upper are bonded together.

Light­weight
This process uses a plastic called poly­urethane. It is a very light­weight foam padding.

Cush­ioning
The plastic called poly­urethane is a foam padding that has very good cush­ioning prop­erties. The plastic retains its form and springs back to its original condition even when its millions of tiny bubbles are frequently pressed together. This, in turn, creates a good rebound effect.

A wide range of design options
Thanks to direct injection, the sole can be designed in a very large number of ways. The multi­faceted prop­erties of the materials used enable the shoes to be effective in a broad number of areas.

The Z-8S GTX C is equipped with lacing hooks with a closed design. They guide the laces very securely and keep them from getting caught upon contact with objects.