Lowa Special Forces Boots Zephyr MK2 GTX HI – Coyote OP (310850 C30 0731)

The ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI is a combat boot with an ideal compromise between agility, lightness and stability. The raised HI-CUT shaft provides the necessary support for skydiving and fast-roping missions. The upper materials used consist of a combination of water-repellent and tear-resistant suede and abrasion-resistant and breathable CORDURA material. An innovative clamping hook allows the lacing to be customised in the forefoot and ankle area. The waterproof and highly breathable GORE-TEX-PROFESSIONAL laminate is ideal for use in temperate and rather wet environments. The 2-layer PU midsole with MONOWRAP frame surrounds and supports the foot like a kind of exoskeleton.   The ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI is certified as occupational footwear in accordance with EN ISO 20347:2012. It is anti-static and has a cold and heat-insulating sole complex. The outsole is not only anti-slip – it is also resistant to oil, petrol and contact heat. Use your ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI for Fast-roping, Tactical Units, Event Security and Skydiving. Descend Safely Fast roping is a quicker technique than abseiling. Fast roping involves mission forces sliding down a rope from helicopters without using descenders. The method enables mission forces to land on ships and to be introduced to hard-to-reach terrain or developed areas. Because of the friction produced by rope sliding, the medial side of the boot must be equipped with heat protection. Similar to footwear worn during parachuting, the boots must have such special features as closed lace-up hooks and good heel cushioning to lessen the impact of landing.   Protected medial side of the boot The protected medial side of the boot prevents premature wear and tear caused by sliding on a rope.   Closed hooks The closed hooks prevent the footwear from getting caught in the rope during descent.   Good heel cushioning The good heel cushioning lessens the force of the impact with the ground. Your Ideal Partner Special missions are law enforcement operations conducted by tactical units on variable terrain for the purpose of fighting terrorism, rescuing hostages and enforcing arrest warrants. Footwear worn during special missions has particular features that enable it to meet the variable requirements of such operations in the best-possible way. These critical features include high agility created by moderate upper and sole rigidity, multidirectional soles for fast changes of direction and low weight for fast-paced missions.   High agility The boot’s upper and sole stiffness do not limit the user and have been optimized for fast movements.   Multidirectional sole The multidirectional sole provides the foot with the support it needs during fast movements without limiting maneuverability.   Lightweight The lightweight design significantly increases the footwear’s dynamics. Perfect In Use Event security is performed to protect actors and visitors at public gatherings. It is performed in urban areas and on natural surfaces.   Stable upper High comfort ever during long usage.   Waterproof and breathable The waterproof and breathable qualities of the footwear create a continuously balanced foot climate.   Very robust The robust boot can handle high levels of stress for long periods of time. LOWA X-TRAC MILITARY For the necessary grip during the workday The ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI has anti-slip qualities. The slip protection provides the outsole the necessary grip for firm footing during the workday. GORE-TEX EXTENDED COMFORT FOOTWEAR Guaranteed weather protection – even during warm temperatures Guar­anteed weather protection even during warm temper­atures: The ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI is equipped with a GORE-TEX extended comfort footwear membrane. The innovative tech­nology delivers optimal waterproof protection and breath­ability. Permanently waterproof The membrane provides reliable waterproof protection. No matter what sort of activity you may be planning, you can count on GORE-TEX tech­nology to keep your feet pleasantly dry. High breath­ability Designed with optimal breath­ability in mind, GORE-TEX shoes are a pleasure to wear even during intense activities and warm weather. Water cannot penetrate the footwear, and moisture produced inside the shoe escapes through billions of pores in the GORE-TEX membrane. . Windproof The GORE-TEX membrane dependably fights off the wind and the weather. As a result, you can head off on a tour no matter what the weather is like. Two Zone Lacing The shoes fit correctly as a result Thanks to the two-zone lacing system used in the ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI, the forefoot and upper have their own separately adjustable lacing zones. As a result, the shoe can be indi­vidually adapted to the anatomy of the foot and laced in different ways for ascents and descents.   Double Injection Upper and sole become a fixed unit To provide effective cush­ioning and improved comfort, the sole of the ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI is bonded to the upper in a tech­nically demanding injection process. The upper boot is placed into a specially designed mould. Various layers of PU foam padding are then poured into it. In the process, the sole and upper are bonded together. Light­weight This process uses a plastic called poly­urethane. It is a very light­weight foam padding. Cush­ioning The plastic called poly­urethane is a foam padding that has very good cush­ioning prop­erties. The plastic retains its form and springs back to its original condition even when its millions of tiny bubbles are frequently pressed together. This, in turn, creates a good rebound effect. A wide range of design options Thanks to direct injection, the sole can be designed in a very large number of ways. The multi­faceted prop­erties of the materials used enable the shoes to be effective in a broad number of areas. Stability Frame Comfortably framed With the LOWA MONOWRAP frame, the midsole of the ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI provides the very best comfort. This three-dimen­sional midsole design was developed by LOWA in 1995. The frame comfortably cradles the foot and support it when the shoe wearer ventures across uneven surfaces. The sole design is slightly raised for shoes with a STABILITY FRAME. Good guidance for the foot The foot is optimally nestled into the shoe thanks to the frame’s three-dimen­sional design. Increased comfort The special midsole design ensures snug footing in the shoe. The foot is pleasantly cradled by the three-dimen­sional frame. Light­weight The LOWA-MONOWRAP is made of a plastic called poly­urethane. It is a very light­weight material. Closed Hooks Hold without a snag The ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI is equipped with lacing hooks with a closed design. They guide the laces very securely and keep them from getting caught upon contact with objects. Technical Data Name ZEPHYR MK2 GTX HI Article Number 310850 C30 0731 Sole LOWA X-TRAC MILITARY Slip Resistant LOWA Rubber Outsole The sole meets the highest anti-slip standards. Slip protection depends primarily on the design and rubber compound of the outsole. The shoe provides optimal slip protection on slick, wet and oily surfaces, as well as good grip on terrain. An outsole designed by LOWA with an optimised rubber compound to provide good grip. Midsole 100% Polyurethane (PU) Poly­urethane (PU) is a soft plastic that has very good cush­ioning prop­erties and is usually used in the midsole as a result. Through the use of PU, the soles become light­weight and func­tionally flexible. Insole Approx. 9% Polyamide Approx. 1% Carbon fiber Approx. 90% Polyurethane (PU) Poly­amides are plastics that are synthesised and can be used to produce man-made fibres as a result. In addition to their toughness, poly­amides are known for their form stability, tear and abrasion resistance and waterproof qualities. Poly­amides are also elastic, very stretchy and high gloss. Carbon fibre are char­ac­terised by a remarkably high strength and provide enormous stability as a rein­forcing material in the composite material. On top of that, carbon fibre also has a very low weight. Poly­urethane (PU) is a soft plastic that has very good cush­ioning prop­erties and is usually used in the midsole as a result. Through the use of PU, the soles become light­weight and func­tionally flexible. Upper Material Approx. 80% Suede leather Approx. 20% Fabric Suede leather comes from the flesh side of the hide. It has a looser fibre structure, a quality that creates a velvety surface and a light pile. Suede leather is partic­ularly durable and open-pored. Depending on the desired look, suede leather can remain untreated or be oiled or waxed. Our natural and synthetic fabrics facilitate optimal warming and moisture management with the help of their usage-specific char­ac­ter­istics. Thanks to their structural design, they are smooth and make our products extremely comfortable. Lining Material 100% GORE-TEX Extended Comfort Footwear Shoes equipped with a GORE-TEX extended comfort footwear membrane are permanently waterproof and are partic­ularly suited for warm weather. Functions Stability Frame Orthotics Certified Two Zone Lacing Double Injection Closed Hooks A special frame design known as LOWA MONOWRAP provides an extra degree of stability. The shoe is equipped with an exchangeable footbed for optimal indi­vidual adjustment and, in combination with the ortho­paedic 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 forefoot and upper area can be laced in varying degrees of tightness. The double-layer midsole is directly injected onto the footwear. The layers include carefully coordinated degrees of rigidity to create the best-possible comfort. The shoe is equipped with lacing hooks with a closed design. The laces are guided securely and cannot slip out of their hooks. Closed lace hooks minimise the risk of the shoe getting caught on objects. Construction Methods Injected Construction To create optimal cush­ioning and the very best comfort, the soles of LOWA multi­func­tional shoes are directly injected. The complex injection process attaches the slip-lasted upper directly to the sole. This method creates shoes that offer optimal cush­ioning and are partic­ularly light­weight. Upper Height Upper height meas­urement according to DIN EN ISO 20347:2012 200mm Upper height outside 175mm Upper height inside 210mm Design according to DIN EN ISO 20347:2012 Boot High Weight 1135 g/Pair (UK 8)