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LOWA Focus GTX LO Hiking Shoe Review

By Eric Miller - March 26th, 2013 - No Comments
LOWA Focus GTX LO Hiking Shoe Review
As spring is just around the corner it’s time to start thinking about trail time. Get out the old boots or better yet, shop for some new ones. If you like a stiffness of a boot but like the low cut of a shoe you’re going to love the LOWA Focus GTX LO Hiking Shoe LOWA Focus GTX LO Hiking Shoe Features UPPERS: Abrasion-resistant split leather and CORDURA®. Lightweight uppers support freedom of movement, while protecting and stabilizing the ankle. LINING: Waterproof breathable GORE-TEX®. C4 TONGUE: Anatomically contoured to cradle the foot in comfort. FOOTBED: Balance Comfort. MIDSOLE: Ultra-cushioning PU-midsole. OUTSOLE:The new LOWA ‘Trac® Lite’ outsole, features a self-cleaning tread design with increased surface area to provide excellent grip on rocky, uneven terrain. STABILIZER: 5mm Nylon Heel/2mm Forefoot Price: $195.00 LOWA Focus GTX LO Hiking Shoe Review If a backpacking boot and a hiking shoe got together their offspring would be the LOWA Focus GTX LO Hiking Shoe. It is a nice blend of backpacking support and low hiker versatility. The uppers feature the classic boot styling of leather. We all know the benefits of leather, longevity, comfort, durability. It does a good job of shedding water and dirt. The upper is lined with GORE-Tex making it fully waterproof, just don’t step too deep. The Focus LO is cut low like a hiking shoe giving a greater range of movement and a less restrictive fit. To help support ankle the heel cup is ...Read more...


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