GearGuide Entry: Lowa Elite Desert Combat Boots: November 12, 2012
Product Code: GearGuide-27
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Description
November 12, 2012 Lowa Elite Desert Combat Boot
Lowa Elite Desert Combat Boots
Designed for combat use for the British Army, Lowa Elite Desert combat boots combine the best of combat and mountaineering boot qualities. As with all Lowa combat boots, you get a strong, breathable boot with enhanced ankle and heel support for traversing rugged terrain and enough flexibility to walk comfortably on level ground.
The all terrain, all season Lowa Elite Desert boot is perfect for combat, hiking, hunting, and hard labor.
The Lowa Elite Desert boot uses the Vibram MVS outsole. Vibram, the leading outsole manufacturer for top tier boots, doesn’t disappoint with this no-nonsense sole. The rounded heel and SPS anti-pronation/supination zones guide the foot and promote a natural walking gait, and when you need to change speed or direction, it has thrust lugs for forward traction and braking lugs for quick stopping. The Vibram MVS outsole also has increased surface area at high-wear points for durability, and when they finally do give out after years of hard use, the cemented attachment means the soles can be replaced. (The Lowa Ranger GTX also uses the Vibram MVS outsole.)
Soft split leather and breathable fabric make the upper part of this boot comfortable almost immediately. Quick drying lining wicks moisture away from the foot to keep it cool and dry. The midsole is polyurethane for support that doesn’t trap in heat, and the Cambrelle section in the heel area provides extra support.
What’s more, there are no internal seams to create hot spots and flaps protect your foot from rubbing against the tongue gusset folds. Along with closed loop top hooks, this feature makes lacing up for a comfortable fit quick and easy. Toes even get special treatment with extra room and a rubber cap for increased durability and resistance to wear.