The Lowa Vertex GTX boots (hereafter called the Vertex or the...

The Lowa Vertex GTX boots (hereafter called the Vertex or the boots) are a medium duty hiking boot, with an interesting difference when compared to all of the other boots I have owned.

The boots came in the box pictured above. Inside of the box was a pamphlet containing care and use suggestions. The left boot also had three hang tags attached. One was from GORE-TEX. The others are from Merrell discussing the Biomex Protection System, and another of general consumer care tips.

The Vertex is a full height boot, as opposed to a low or mid. They stand 7.5 in (19 cm) high at the front/tongue. The outside is made of what the company only calls “Synthetic, microfiber material combined with tough, abrasion-resistant nylon”, and limited areas of leather.

The ankle cuff is nicely padded. The tongue is bellows-style to help keep debris out of the boots. It has a lace-loop centered near the top to keep the tongue from sliding sideways during use.

Added: March 6, 2008
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