FAQ
Sole Units will degrade when your footwear is used only occasionally and is stored for long periods of time. Sole units degrade faster than if the footwear is worn regularly. Hydrolysis is a normal material aging process that occurs in...
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For optimal comfort and performance, it is wise to consider the foot/sock/boot as a system, they should all work together to deliver the ideal performance. Most people substantially underestimate the value and benefits that an engineered sock such as a...
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Evaluating the leather: sorting and distribution Punching out the pieces: uppers, lining, cushioning, reinforcements, etc. Setup: preparation of all of the individual pieces including stamping, shaving and bevelling (scarfing) to thin the edges and to equalise the strength of all...
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Approximately 190 individual pieces, countless meters of thread, a lot of cement, and endless amounts of handwork are needed to manufacture LOWA Trekking boots. Here is a list of materials typical for one pair of LOWA Trekkers, size 8: 30...
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A last is the shaped form usually made of wood or synthetic materials that fills the inside of footwear during the manufacturing process. Footwear is built around lasts that are shaped like feet. The last is vital in determining the...
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Usually, they are a descriptive name for a certain technology we employ to improve for example fit, comfort or stability. Detailed explanations can be found in our innovation section.
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