Featured Boots Trekking In: LOWA Z-6S GTX Recoil Staff April 7, 2016 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. As we mentioned previously, we're about to head out to the field for a couple weeks with some stalwart individuals from the LEO and SOF communities in the Maryland area. As you might have guessed, we'll be trying out some equipment while there. We just got word that LOWA will be shipping us a few pair of their GTS-6X boots, which is a Good Thing. Our web editor loves LOWA boots the way Lena Dunham likes to whine and cry about the tragically inappropriate unfairness of it all: LOWA makes good boots, and have since before they were producing military boots for alpine units after WWI. This is probably why their Renegade is as popular as it is, and probably shouldn't be too surprising — they've been making hiking, climbing, and military boots for nearly a century now, and are now building nearly 2 million pair every month. Image courtesy of PL Equipped. Image courtesy of Soldato Team. Watch this space for reviews on these LOWAs and on other pieces of kit coming in. We'll see how they hold up — temperatures are supposed to range from balmy to blizzard over the next couple of weeks out there. Edit: Keep an eye on this article too. About the LOWA Z-6S GTX from the product description: Rugged, multi-function boots designed for demanding missions, while carrying heavy packs over varied and extreme terrain. Lightweight and stable, these boots provide the walking comfort of light hiking boots, with the support and protection of hard duty, backpacking boots. SIZING: Available in 6 to 15 with half sizes up to 11.5 UPPER: Extra-rugged 2.0MM hydrophobic split leather and Cordura® provides durability in harsh conditions, while the perforated leather improves breathability. CLOSED LIGHT METAL HOOKS: Allow for speed lacing, meeting jump boot requirements. LINING: Waterproof, breathable, GORE-TEX® lining. MIDSOLE: Our patented PU Monowrap® construction keeps this boot lightweight, while providing maximum support. This unique frame construction also features a special medial sole wrap for protection against abrasion while rappelling. FOOTBED: Climate Control footbed. STABILIZER: Stiff nylon. OUTSOLE: LOWA Cross Duty sole unit. COLORS: Black, Sage, Dark Brown and Desert Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
