Lowa Zephyr MK2 GTX® Hi - Desert

ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI is an operational boot that constitutes the ideal compromise between agility, lightness and stability.

The HI-CUT high shaft provides the necessary support in parachute jumps and fast rope operations.

The outer materials used are a combination of water-repellent and tear-resistant suede and CORDURA®, a breathable and particularly abrasion-resistant material.

An innovative clamp hook allows individual adjustment of the lacing in the forefoot and ankle area.

The GORE-TEX Extended Comfort Footwear layer, waterproof and highly breathable, is perfect for use in contexts with a temperate and rather humid climate.

The 2-layer PU midsole with MONOWRAP® structure surrounds and supports the foot like a sort of exoskeleton.

ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI is certified as professional footwear according to EN ISO 20347:2012, is antistatic and equipped with a complex sole that insulates both cold and heat.

The tread not only boasts excellent anti-slip properties, but also resists contact heat, oil and fuels.

Fast roping refers to the descent of a rope from a helicopter by operational forces without any safety devices.

This type of troop movement also allows operational forces to access ships and other rugged or built-up terrain.

The friction caused by the descent of the rope makes thermal protection necessary on the internal side of the shoe.

Similar to skydiving equipment, the shoe must have special features, such as closed buckles and good heel cushioning to reduce impact during landing.

Protection on the inside of the shoe
The protection on the internal side of the shoe prevents premature wear.
Closed hooks prevent accidental snagging on the way down.
The good cushioning of the heels reduces the load upon impact with the ground.

GUARANTEED PROTECTION AGAINST THE WEATHER, EVEN IN THE PRESENCE OF HIGH TEMPERATURES.

Guaranteed protection against the elements in the presence of high temperatures: ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI features a GORE-TEX Extended Comfort Footwear membrane. The innovative technology guarantees maximum waterproofness and breathability.

Long-lasting waterproofness

• The membrane is waterproof, you can be on the safe side. It doesn't matter what the next operation will be: thanks to GORE-TEX technology your feet will remain pleasantly dry, that's a promise.

• High breathability

• The breathability of GORE-TEX shoes has been optimized, so they offer maximum comfort even during the most strenuous activities and at high temperatures. Water does not penetrate the shoes, while steam manages to escape from the billions of pores in the GORE-TEX membrane.

• Windproof

• The GORE-TEX membrane protects against wind and weather, so you can set off on your operation in any weather.

FOR A CORRECT FIT

Thanks to the two-zone lacing, you can adjust the laces on the forefoot and upper part of the ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI separately. In this way it is possible to adapt the shoe to the specific anatomy of the foot and modify the lacing when going up and down.

DOUBLE INJECTION SOLE AND UPPER FORM ONE UNIT

The sole of the ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI is connected to the upper using a technically complex injection procedure, which guarantees effective cushioning and high comfort. Then the upper part of the shoe is placed in a special form, which is then filled with several layers of polyethylene foam. The result? A sole connected directly to the upper forming a single unit.

Lightness

• Polyurethane is used in this procedure. This is a very light foam.

• Cushioning

• Polyurethane is a very light foam that has excellent cushioning properties. Even if they are continually crushed, the millions of bubbles that compose it retain their shape and always return to their original state. The result is a good rebound effect.

• Available in many versions

• thanks to direct injection, it is possible to create very different variations of the sole. The various properties of the materials used allow us to broaden and diversify the areas of use of the shoes.

A COMFORTABLE FRAME

The midsole with the LOWA MONOWRAP® frame of the ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI ensures maximum comfort. This is a three-dimensional midsole design, which was developed by LOWA in 1995. This frame hugs the foot comfortably and supports it on uneven terrain. The sole of the models equipped with STABILITY FRAME is raised.

Good foot control

• the three-dimensional design of the frame wraps the foot optimally.

• More comfort

• the special structure of the midsole ensures a comfortable fit. The three-dimensional frame pleasantly wraps the foot.

• Lightness

• the LOWA-MONOWRAP® frame is made of polyurethane, a very light material.

WELL CLOSED SHOES THAT DO NOT GET entangled.

ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI features closed-shaped hooks that guide the laces particularly securely and prevent the shoes from getting caught in contact with objects.

SOLES

LOWA® X-TRAC MILITARY

The sole meets the most stringent requirements for slip resistance, which mainly depends on the design and rubber compound of the sole. The footwear offers ideal slip resistance on smooth, wet and oily surfaces but also good grip on the ground.

A sole designed by LOWA with a rubber compound optimized to offer good grip.

MIDSOLE

100%
Polyurethane (PU)

Polyurethane (PU) is a soft plastic that has excellent shock-absorbing properties and is therefore mainly used for midsoles. Thanks to the PU content, the soles become lighter and more flexible in their function.

INNER SOLE

Approx. 90%
Polyurethane (PU)

Polyurethane (PU) is a soft plastic that has excellent shock-absorbing properties and is therefore mainly used for midsoles. Thanks to the PU content, the soles become lighter and more flexible in their function.

Approx. 9%
Polyamide

Polyamides are synthetic plastics that can be used to produce synthetic fibers. In addition to high resistance, their main characteristics include the ability to maintain shape, resistance to tears and rubs and waterproofness. Furthermore, polyamides are elastic, very elastic and very shiny.

EXTERNAL MATERIAL

Approx. 65%
Suede

Suede represents the bottom layer of leather and is recognized by its stringy, pliable structure that produces a soft, lint-free surface. Due to its rough texture, suede is particularly durable and has very open pores. Depending on the desired look, the suede can remain untreated or be oiled or waxed.

Approx. 35%
Fabric

The specific characteristics of our natural and synthetic fabrics allow for optimal heat and moisture management and their close-fitting structure provides products with exceptional comfort.

LINING MATERIAL

100%
GORE-TEX Extended Comfort Footwear

Footwear equipped with a GORE-TEX Extended Comfort Footwear membrane has long-lasting waterproofness and is particularly suitable for high temperatures.

FUNCTIONS

The two-layer midsole is injected directly onto the shoe. The layers have degrees of hardness harmonized with each other to obtain the maximum level of comfort.

The shoe is equipped with an exchangeable footbed for optimal individual adjustment and, in combination with the orthopedic insoles ErgoPad® work:x and ErgoPad® work:h+ from BAUERFEIND®, is certified and approved for use as occupational footwear in accordance with DIN EN ISO 20347:2012.

The special structure called LOWA MONOWRAP® guarantees even more stability.

You can lace the forefoot area and the upper in different ways.

The shoe features closed-shaped hooks. The laces are guided securely and cannot fall out of the hooks. Closed hooks reduce the risk of the shoe getting caught on objects.

PRODUCTION METHODS

Sole injection method

The sole of LOWA multifunctional shoes is directly injected to ensure ideal cushioning and maximum comfort. It is a complex injection molding procedure that connects the upper made with the Strobel method directly to the sole, thus giving the shoes ideal cushioning and incredible lightness.

TOP HEIGHT

Upper height measurement according to DIN EN ISO 20347:2012: 200 mm
Top height outside: 0 mm
Top height inside: 0 mm

WEIGHT

1250g/Pair (UK 8)

REGULATION ON PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Please note that if you intend to use the purchased products as personal protective equipment in accordance with art. 3 no. 1 of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 (Regulation on personal protective equipment), you are required to verify the presence of a corresponding certification on the products (see technical data of the product). In the event that the product does not have a certification for use as personal protective equipment as defined by the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation, this product cannot be used as personal protective equipment or can only be used for non-professional purposes .