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Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's
Versatile mountain boots for difficult, mixed terrain, Lowa Mountain Expert GTX mountaineering boots feature tough leather construction with Gore-Tex® protection.
- Thick and durable split-grain leather uppers, with Cordura® nylon at cuffs and tongues, deliver ample support, durability and abrasion resistance
- Seam-sealed Gore-Tex® liners with wicking polyester linings deliver complete protection and allow moisture vapor to escape
- Full rubber randing protects feet and uppers from abrasion and impact, and help increase edging effectiveness
- Warm, light and nonbulky PrimaLoft® polyester microfiber insulation delivers great warmth
- Durable, shock-absorbing polyurethane midsoles feature a thin upper layer of EVA to supply all-day cushioning and comfort
- Rigid, full-length nylon shanks control flex and add the stability needed during use on rough terrain and with crampon use
- Vibram® outsoles deliver solid traction on mixed terrain; outsoles are step-in crampon compatible (sold separately)
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Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Great traction (13)
- Warm (13)
- Comfortable (12)
- Sturdy/durable (11)
- Water resistant (11)
Cons
- Heavy (4)
- Poor laces (4)
Best Uses
- Cold / extreme (11)
- Wet / rain (10)
- Harsh terrain (9)
- Heavy loads (8)
- Long-distance hiking (5)
- Sizing:
Feels full size too small
Feels half size too small
Feels true to size
88%
(15 reviews)
Feels half size too big
Feels full size too big
- Width:
Feels too narrow
Feels true to width
89%
(8 reviews)
Feels too wide
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (13), Casual/ recreational (3)
- Arch Type:
- Low arch (4), High arch (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
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Pros
- Great Traction
Cons
- Difficult Laces
- Hard To Walk In
- Heavy
- Uncomfortable Tongue
Best Uses
- Day Hiking
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
I am wondering what these boots are intended for. I tried to use them in winter in CO, but since they are not worm enough and soak water I could not. I was going to use them for ice climbing, but with laces getting easily undone that was very risky. Walking in them was difficult because not enough rocker in the sole and tongue inflicting ankle pain.
I liked their traction, the width being on the narrow side and thus providing stability and keeping foot from sliding around and the toe box is adequate. I ended up returning them.
If they were to cut fewer corners these could have been great boots.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Great Traction
- No Break-in
- Sturdy/Durable
- Warm
- Water Resistant
Cons
Best Uses
- Cold Weather
- Harsh Terrain
- Heavy Loads
- Mountaineering
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
Bought these for my husband and he says they are the best boots ever! He had no blisters and a very short break in period. He spent two days in them in the snow on Mt Hood two weeks after purchasing them. Then again he had no blisters and toes stayed warm and dry. Two weeks later, wore them up in the Olympics and no blisters, no leaks again.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Great Traction
- Sturdy/Durable
- Warm
- Water Resistant
Cons
Best Uses
- Cold Weather
- Harsh Terrain
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
After a few hours on the hike started to feel some discomfort at the heel, developed a blister, I'll make the adjustment to prevent that, otherwise great boot!
- Sizing:
- Feels half size too big
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- High Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Great Traction
- No Break-in
- Warm
- Water Resistant
Cons
Best Uses
- Cold Weather
- Harsh Terrain
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
Bomber boot! I use them for ice climbing and they are the perfect combo of stiffness on the ice and flexibility on the hike in. I pretty much was climbing on running water and my feet were still dry. Great boot, to say the least.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Great Traction
- Perfect Lacing System
- Phenomenal Quality
- Sturdy/Durable
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- Cold Weather
- Harsh Terrain
- Heavy Loads
- Long-Distance Hiking
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
These boots are extraordinary. I had the La sportiva Nepal Evo and thought they were well made, yet my feet suffered in them. Boots are very personal so that was simply an isolated experience. However, for a person with a low volume foot I do believe the lacing system on the Lowa is superior. It locks your heel more securely than any boot I have tried. The Lowa's are supremely comfortable and capable in the mountaineering environment.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Sturdy/Durable
- Warm
- Water Resistant
Cons
- Difficult Laces
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Cold Weather
- Harsh Terrain
- Long-Distance Hiking
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
I have put quite a few miles into my Mountain Experts prior to my review and I have to say these boots are pretty darn good! I have yet to have water intrude through the boot and they stay warm throughout the course of the day. They remain comfortable even on the toughest days. The laces are a bit difficult and the boot did require a few miles of break-in time. The factory insole also had to go. I swapped in an orange Superfeet and they're much better. These are my go to boots for anything snow-ice related. They are a bit heavy but the warmth makes up for the weight
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Great Traction
- Sturdy/Durable
- Warm
- Water Resistant
Cons
- Heavy
- Too small a toe box
Best Uses
- Cold Weather
- Heavy Loads
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
Got these boots for potential use with crampons and off-trail mountaineering. They are made for the job, just not the right cut for my feet. I normally wear a size 11, but had to get a 11.5 to feel comfortable in the toe box, which seemed fine after months of break-in hiking. But when I did some conditioning work under the weight of a pack, I realized too much movement in the heel cup and subsequent heel blisters. No amount of breaking in will resolve the dilema. Although with liner socks and tape, I could manage, I need a boot comfortable enough to use as camp shoes, too.
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
- Arch Type:
- High Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Arch Support
- Great Traction
- No Break-in
- Sturdy/Durable
- Water Resistant
Cons
- Difficult Laces
- Uncomfortable
Best Uses
- Cold Weather
- Harsh Terrain
- Heavy Loads
- Long-Distance Hiking
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
I bought these for winter backpacking/peak bagging in the Adirondacks. They run a bit tight - to comfortably get in two layers of socks I should have ordered size 11's, but got 10 1/2's for my size 10, medium volume feet. They're beautifully, sturdily built, well-padded around the foot with good wiggle room in the toe box and a very snug heel lock. In 10 degree temps on our six hour snow-shoe up Algonquin my toes definitely got chilly. Nothing dangerous. My buddy's toes in his Kofflach plastic boots were cold too, and we're both warm blooded. More sock might have warmed things up a bit, but as long as I can wiggle them back to warmth I figure it within suitable range. The laces are too long, which is a minor pain. A locking eyelet half-way up would help, but my chief complaint is the tongue. Its a half inch too short to completely avoid shin pressure from the top lace. And you must take great pains to push it flat as you cinch up to get them snug enough for decent ankle support. Even then I couldn't eliminate an unwanted pressure spot over one ankle, which may be from a fold in the leather, not enough padding or an anomaly of my own battered ankle. Bottom-line, these are extremely comfortable from the ankle down, with some minor comfort and support issues up top.
- Sizing:
- Feels half size too small
- Arch Type:
- High Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Good Arch Support
- Great Traction
- Sturdy/Durable
- Warm
- Water Resistant
Cons
Best Uses
- Harsh Terrain
- Heavy Loads
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
I bought these boots to climb Rainier which I did on August 24th. I hiked about 20 total miles in these boots before the climb to make sure there were no issues. I had no hot spots or blisters. I wanted to make sure that I didn't have to think about my feet on the climb. I wore these with silk liners and wool medium weight socks. These boots are very comfortable. I wear size 10.5 shoes but bought in size 11 and had no toe bang issues. I had to use a surgeons knot after the ankle lace and at the top. These boots are awesome!
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Great Traction
- No Break-in
- Sturdy/Durable
- Warm
Cons
- Absorb Water
Best Uses
- Cold Weather
- Heavy Loads
- Wet Conditions
Comments about Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:
These boots were comfortable right out of the box. I have had them out on a couple of snow climbs and found that they do a great job at keeping my feet warm while postholing through wet Pacific Northwest snow. With that said, they do absorb a lot of water and eventually get wet inside the boots. At this time I don't think the moisture problem warrants a return. However, it does cause me to question the "waterproof" protection the Gore-Tex lining is supposed to provide.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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