Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Evo Mountaineering Boots - Men's
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The versatile, waterproof Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Evo mountaineering boots are ideal for use with step-in crampons on heavy backpacking trips above tree line and for mixed climbing on rock and snow.
Shop similar products- Designed with ankle articulation and a generous rocker shape, these boots make walking easier, particularly on steep terrain
- Gore-Tex® waterproof, breathable membranes will keep your feet dry on wet trails
- Vibram® Dolent outsoles provide lots of rigidity to secure crampons; compatible with step-in (or automatic) crampons
- 200g PrimaLoft® insulation provides for lightweight warmth
- Boots can be resoled
| Best Use | Mountaineering |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Upper | Split-grain leather |
| Lining | Gore-Tex waterproof breathable membrane |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation | PrimaLoft® 200g polyester insulation |
| Midsole | DuraPU™ (polyurethane) |
| Support | Nylon shank |
| Outsole | Vibram® Dolent |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Crampon Compatibility | Step-in |
| Weight (Pair) | 3 lbs. 14 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
| 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 15 | |
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| U.S. Men's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 15 |
| U.S. Women's | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | |||||||||
| UK | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13.5 | 14 |
| EU | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 48 | 48.5 | 49.5 |
Sizing Notes
Wide = E/EE; Narrow = C; Medium = D
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One of the best boots that I tested!!!
One of the best boots that I tested!!! Great for all-around mountaineering I got the “final test” in Mont Blanc Massif and rock and ice route to summit the Aiguille de Bionnaissay. Perfect fit, not blisters at all, confortable, warm and stiff enough for different terrains. They're great with crampons but even with some flexible filling. Perfect boot for serious off-trail routes since the very first use. The Lowa Mountain Expert is the best single boot out there for general mountaineering. I definitely recommend this product.
Serious All-Around Boot
This is one of the best "heavy-weight" (but not too heavy at all) boots available today. Great for all-around mountaineering, they'll take you from trail head to summit. Their only limitation: not quite stiff enough for true front-pointing (ya can't have everything). They're great with crampons on moderate snow & ice, and surprisingly comfortable on approaches. Perfect boot for serious off-trail routes, and, since I bought mine a half-size "big", they're even warm on all-day snowshoe climbs in the Wasatch. They'll be great in the Wind Rivers and Cascades this summer.
Sole came off the low mountaineering boots
1. Would have give then 5/5 had the sole not come off the shoe in the middle of ice climbing. 2. Thought I would pass-on these shoes to my children, but the soles come off during a climb is the end of Lowa shoes for me. 3. Warm, water proof, strong, light weight boots; but the sole needs to hold to the shoe. 4. Wore the shoes on 4 mountaineering trips and 3 ice climbs since I bought them in 2013
a good approach and better mountaineering boot.
Took these on a 9 mile break-in hike. Started on dirt and rock trails under 76 degree sunny skies then hiked up to 12,000 feet with snow underfoot and the boot performed quite well. Certainly waterproof as I splashed though spring run-off. The fit is excellent for my wide fore foot and narrow heal and I could still wiggle my toes, the heal pull loop is appreciated. And with the warm weather and wool socks my feet did not sweat out, I was happy about that as in winter, wet equals cold. Once on the snow the boots had great traction on both hard packed and slushy late day snow. A good approach boot and a better mountaineering boot. I look forward to trying them out in colder temps.
Great fit for high arch, big toe box, narrow heel
Have had an earlier model of this boot for many years now. They have never let me down. Took them out after being sedentary for months and did a major hike in the summer with only minimal foot discomfort. Very forgiving. My foot is large toe box, narrow heel, high arch. The fit like a glove. Take good care of them and treat the leather properly and they will look new forever. Fairly stiff sole. Good in all weather. Good breathability. At first they pinched one ankle bone a tad, but worrying the spot with a blunt tool (REI did some, I did more at home) did the trick. Never blistered. Never got wet feet. Never cold (though I've not pushed them to extremes). Good value for the money. Versatile.
...if there was only one pair of boots
The Lowa Mountain Expert (ME) is the best single boot out there for general mountaineering. It may be surpassed in specific categories, but no other boot does so many things so well. The fit is the same as the heavier Lowa Weishorn (if you want ice climbing, more insulation/rigidity, and generally adhere to sheer vertical surfaces in colder weather, a better choice), and the lighter Lowa Cevedale (more of a super burly backpacking scrambling bouldering sort of boot): As a general size comparison, Lowa boots offer more volume than La Sportivas, and less than the classic Scarpas. This mean more toe room (less frostbite), but also more heel lift if you have a slender heel, which I do. I have found through lacing, and insoles, that this is not a problem with the ME's and Cevedale's. Still working on it with the Weishorns. Fit wise this is personal thing to look out for, but very important for going up long steep hills. The ME is lightly insulated. In my experience the comfort range is about 85 - 15 degrees Fahrenheit -- i.e. very wide. Over boots and additional socks (or very good circulation) could take it to colder temperatures. The ME as a generalist replaces the La Sportiva Makalu, another great boot that does many things well; however for the same weight the ME offers insulation, and Gortex, and therefore has a wider range and is better suited to expeditions. Plenty rigid for step-in crampons and climbing (fits G-14 cramp-o-matics perfectly), but with just enough sole flex plus rocker to actually hike rather comfortably. Breaking mine in I had no trouble carrying a 30lb pack for 5 miles on a relative flat, could have gone on all day like that (but didn't). These boots, if they fit you, are the boots.
Hoots boots
Bought these a week ago for a toddle up Mt.Adams in a few weeks. Yikes, comfy slippers. If these boots fit your foot shape I highly recommend them. I can’t say they’re value for money as they cost and arm and a leg. I’ve a wide fore foot and have had most success with Kastinger and the old Koflach. Scarpa and the rest of the narrow last boots, just don’t fit me right. First outing, 6 mls up and down Tiger mountain, second outing 8+ mls up and down Granite mountain, narry a blister. Warm for low down summer hikes, feet were very warm, so I’m expecting they’ll be just right up in the snow. The sole is super grippy and the cuff is just firm enough to be supportive without rubbing. The rounded soles makes walking a breeze. I haven’t put crampons on them yet, but the sole is plenty stiff. I’ll update once I get back in a few.
Good Mountaineering Boots
I used these boots on a 3 week long mountaineering trip in the Gore Mountain Range of Colorado. I switched the insole for a Superfeet insole. These boots were very comfortable and my feet never experienced aches, even after 8 hours of hiking. The waterproof lining worked very well, though the exterior of the boot didn't dry quickly. This was a cosmetic issue. My only complaint would be in the warmth of the boot. My feet did get a little cold at times in them. Other than that, the boot performed extremely well.
Great boot out of the box
I bought this boot last year for a late December Mt. Washington, NH climb. On the hike in it rained quite hard and my feet did not get wet. Once I hit the lean to at Tuckerman's ravine I through on my G12 automatic crampons with no problem. The boots were stiff and felt good. On the top of Mt. Washington the weather was to be expected, -10 deg, with 80+ mph winds and my feet were never cold or clammy. I wear a size 9, but ordered a 9 1/2 because the boots run a little small and it also added some room in the toe box for wiggling, plus if kicking steps my toes don't hit the front of the boot! I upgraded from the Sportiva Makalu and couldn't be happier! No real break-in, the only issue is that the boot is pretty narrow. I have narrow feet, but right along the side of my foot (the outer edge from mid foot to just before the pinky toe) the boot was tight. It has broken in now and feels great. This is the only reason I give these 4 stars! And I got the boots in green!!
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After one class 3/4 scramble and 5.5 climb with a decent in slush they did not make the cut . After they dried the rubber toe kick pealed off the leather. That was a done deal had to return them. To bad because they fit nicely.