Lowa Locarno GTX Lo review

Who should buy the Lowa Locarno GTX Lo 

New to the All Terrain Classic line, the Lowa Locarno GTX Lo is made hikes on easy trails. You won't regret getting them if you are looking for:

• a versatile outdoor shoe perfect both for everyday casual wear and a light hiking adventure

• a lightweight shoe offering ample stability and promoting the natural rolling motion of the foot.

Lowa's superior traction

The Lowa Hybrid Trac features a profile optimized for use outdoors. Its strategically-placed lugs are self-clean by shedding off the mud. As a result, the shoe becomes slip-resistant. 

The ridged design on the toe and heel improves the grip on ascents and descents.

Ample support and shock absorption

With an ATC footbed and hybrid DuraPU/DynaPU midsole, this low-cut day hiking shoe offers underfoot cushioning and shock absorption. The PU foam is enhanced by Lowa for more long-lasting comfort. The inverted Monowrap promotes stability through its higher wrap web construction.

In addition, the brand incorporated a half-length Soft Stabilizer to render support on various activities.

Long-lasting leather upper in Lowa Locarno GTX Lo

Lowa designers combined nubuck leather and fabric on the upper of the Locarno GTX Lo, which creates a durable yet flexible build. Also, to address breathability and waterproofing, the brand lines it with a Gore-Tex laminate.

Customized lacing systems

The version for men and women has differences in terms of reinforcements and lacing system. Women’s uses a mix of webbing and metal eyelets while the men’s are only equipped with Lowa-embossed metal eyelets.

The women’s version has a forefoot overlay that forms into a tab-like eyelet at the front. The men’s version has a forefoot overlay that reinforces the first set of eyelets. Both have a cushioned tongue and collar.

Additional info

• This shoe is also available in a mid-cut version.