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Lowa Expedition 8000 GTX Boot - Men's
I've never worn this kind of boot. What kind of sock set...
By C.D.A.
Ranked #776 - Men's Mountaineering Boots
February 13, 2010
I've never worn this kind of boot. What kind of sock set up would I wear/use? Are these boots so warm the way they're designed that a single, medium-weight wool sock would be enough?
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By Fernando Octavio Brendinberger
Ranked #7 - Men's Mountaineering Boots
March 21, 2010
A sock liner and medium-weight wool socks.
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By don bowie
Ranked #11 - Men's Mountaineering Boots
February 17, 2010
You'll find as many opinions about socks as there are people. But in my experience, it depends on the temps you'll use the boot. I assume you'll be using these on an expedition. But if not, the following still applies: On lower sections of the mountain (or more moderate climates) you'll wear thinner, midweight socks as these boots will be very warm. The colder it gets, the thicker the socks you'll need. No boots are warm enough in the coldest conditions- socks are a BIG part of warmth that most people overlook. Lastly, these boots don't hike so well, and warmer socks like Smartwool Expedition Socks have long "terry loops" on the interior of the sock. The longer the terry loops, the less likely they are to cause blisters. Therefore, I personally wear expedition socks in boots like these for comfort reasons- in any temperature. Hope that helps.
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Tech Specs:
- Shell Material:
- Cordura; [membrane/laminate] Gore-Tex Duratech; [lining] fleece; [insert] PE foam
- Waterproofing:
- Gore-Tex Duratech
- Sole:
- Vibram Expert
- Removable Liner:
- yes
- Lacing:
- standard, zipper
- Footbed:
- alu-coated Pro
- Weight:
- [pair] 2700 g
- Recommended Use:
- mounaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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