Lowa has eighty plus years of experience in bootbuilding in Germany. With the Bavarian Alps so near, Lowa knew they needed to construct a boot that would last while the mountaineers or hikers made their trek. GORE-TEX® makes the boots fit better with less wrinkles. Lowa includes the AWP (Asymmetric Walking Position) design to make their boots supportive and comfortable. Lowa Men's Renegade GTX Lo Hiking Boot. Comfortable and lightweight. Easy to break-in. Lowa Men's Renegade GTX Mid Hiking Boot. Uppers in water-repellent Nubuk leather with Cordura ankle band with GORE-TEX® lining for ultimate climate comfort and waterproof protection. The outsole has Vibram® 'Vialta' for improved grip and shock absorption. Lowa Men's Banff Backpacking Boot.Vibram® 'Tsavo' outsole with shock-aborbing mid-sole and climate-control insole with pronation/supination zones. New SPS System: Optimum stabilization of the foot for excellent walking comfort 'C4' Tongue AWP - Asymmetric Walking Position