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It all comes down to grip

For best grip, we rely on high-quality soles and sole construction methods.
Each is designed to meet the demands and needs of each user and his or her selected outdoor activity.

Vibram® Dolent – High Alpine

coarsely profiled sole design for 8,000-metre-mountain expeditions
exceptional edging stability for optimal grip
self-cleaning profile

Vibram® Dolent

alpine tread design
high edging stability for optimally precise footing
self-cleaning tread profile

Vibram® Scalatore EVO

optimized profile design for Alpine use
very good relationship between the sole contact area and the sole surface for the best possible traction on terrain
“Climbing Zone” on the sole tip for precise movement on terrain

Vibram® Alp Trac® Ice

alpine profile design with high tread depth and special design for icy and snow-covered surfaces
“Climbing Zone” at the tip of the sole for precise stepping
sole structure suitable for use with rigid crampons (step-in)

Vibram® Alp Trac®

alpine profile design with medium tread depth
large “Climbing Zone” at the tip of the sole for precise stepping
self-cleaning tread profile

Vibram® Mulaz Approach Pro

medium tread depth for the best friction and step characteristics on rock, ideal also for combined terrain
“Climbing Zone“ at the tip of the sole for precise stepping
undercut heel front for excellent grip

Vibram® Mulaz Approach

medium tread depth for the best friction and step characteristics on rock, ideal also for combined terrain
“Climbing Zone” at the tip of the sole for precise stepping
undercut heel front for excellent grip

Vibram® Rock Track® EVO

alpine profile design with increased profile depth and excellent grip on every type of terrain
Vibram® Megagrip rubber mixture for exceptional slip protection on wet and dry terrains
special triangle-shaped profile design for proven and exceptional slip protection

Vibram® Rock Trac®

alpine profile design with low tread depth
“Climbing Zone” at the tip of the sole for precise stepping
undercut heel front for excellent grip

Vibram® Masai

excellent grip on all surfaces thanks to self-cleaning mountaineering tread
large studs for best uphill and downhill traction
undercut heel front for excellent grip
“Climbing Zone” at the toe

Vibram® Apptrail

modern trekking boot tread with increased contact area
self-cleaning tread for excellent grip
pronounced front heel edge for good traction downhill

Vibram® Apptrail Ws

modern trekking boot tread with increased contact area
perfect roll-through and push-off
constructed on a special last for women

Vibram® Natural

moderately lugged, trekking-oriented tread profile
distinct heel and front profile for optimal mountain climbs and descents
Very good grip on diverse terrain

Vibram® Rock Trac® EVO

alpine profile design with increased profile depth and excellent grip on every type of terrain
Vibram® Megagrip rubber mixture for exceptional slip protection on wet and dry terrains
special triangle-shaped profile design for proven and exceptional slip protection

Vibram® Rock Trac®

alpine profile design with low tread depth
“Climbing Zone” at the tip of the sole for precise stepping
undercut heel front for excellent grip

Vibram® Trac® Lite II

multifunctional trekking boot tread
performance rubber compound for optimal grip
grip and traction in different terrains

LOWA Elika

2-component PU midsole for optimal cushioning
pronounced heel edge for best downhill traction
technical profile outsole provides maximum contact and a perfect grip

Vibram® Tsavo

excellent grip on all surfaces with its self-cleaning profile
brake, impact and stability zones
angled heel design
shock-absorbing PU midsole for extra comfort

Vibram® Mulaz Approach Pro

medium tread depth for the best friction and step characteristics on rock, ideal also for combined terrain
“Climbing Zone” at the tip of the sole for precise stepping
undercut heel front for excellent grip

LOWA Approach Lite

sporty design
flat tread profile
dual density PU midsole

LOWA Trac® Lite II

very good rolling properties
anti-dirt configuration of the sole

Vibram® Evo

guaranteed stability and non-slip performance
outdoor-oriented tread profile
optimal cushioning

LOWA® MULTI TRAC® II

triangular profile design for ideal slip resistance and traction on various surfaces and in moderate terrain
abrasion-proof and flexible rubber outsole with comfortable rolling characteristics
designed for multifunctional outdoor use

Vibram® Evo Trac®

outdoor-oriented tread profile
very good grip on diverse terrain
special tread design at the toe and heel for improved traction on uphills and downhills

LOWA Cross II

hiking-oriented tread with a special design of lugs and elements
very good traction on diverse terrain

LOWA Enduro X Pro

lightweight
stylish aesthetic
flat tread profile

LOWA Loren

MONOWRAP® sole construction with stabilizer
stable, non-slip rubber outsole
street-oriented tread profile
ideal for walks or outings on groomed/surfaced paths

LOWA Multicross

multifunctional tread profile
very good grip on diverse terrain
special tread design at the toe and heel for improved traction on uphills and downhills

LOWA Multicross Evo

dynamic trail running shoe tread profile for perfect grip
broad lugs for optimal ground contact on “outdoor” terrain
abrasion-resistant rubber blend
ideal roll-through/push-off

LOWA Vialta III

MONOWRAP® sole construction
outdoor-oriented tread profile
slip-resistant rubber outsole
stabilizer

Vibram® Renevo Junior

MONOWRAP® sole construction with stabilizer
stable, non-slip rubber outsole
outdoor-oriented tread profile
ideal for diverse outdoor activities

LOWA® Multi Trac®

triangular profile design for ideal slip resistance and traction on various surfaces and in moderate terrain
abrasion-proof and flexible rubber outsole with comfortable rolling characteristics
designed for multifunctional outdoor use

LOWA® Surround Trac®

GORE-TEX® Surround™ technology
outdoor sole tread for optimal grip and excellent roll-through/push-off
abrasion resistant and flexible rubber outsole

LOWA® Enduro EVO

GORE-TEX® Surround™ technology
outdoor sole tread for optimal grip and excellent roll-through/push-off
abrasion resistant and flexible rubber outsole

LOWA NXT

outdoor-oriented tread profile
non-slip design
stable outsole

LOWA Speedhiking

sure grip tread
traction on different surfaces
durable PU inserts

LOWA® Street Trac®

one-piece rubber sole with an athletic design
very smooth rolling characteristics for ideal walking comfort
maximised slip resistance in urban terrain based on large sole contact area

LOWA® Street Trac® Ws

one-piece rubber sole with an athletic design
very smooth rolling characteristics for ideal walking comfort
maximised slip resistance in urban terrain based on large sole contact area

LOWA® Surround Trac®

GORE-TEX SURROUND® technology
outdoor sole tread for optimal grip and excellent rolling characteristics
abrasion resistant and flexible rubber outsole

LOWA® Enduro Sandal

multifunctional, self-cleaning tread profile
extensive contact area for optimal traction
optimized rubber blend

LOWA® Sandal

multifunctional tread profile
traction on different surfaces
optimized rubber blend

LOWA® Sneaker

stylish design
slip-resistant rubber outsole
flat tread profile

LOWA® Summer Travel

flat tread profile
open profile for perfect climate comfort
lightweight
equipped with a GORE-TEX® membrane

LOWA® Travel

flatter, street-oriented TPU outsole
extensive tread profile for optimal traction
durable abrasion-resistant and flexible

Vibram® Mulaz Approach

medium tread depth for the best friction and step characteristics on rock, ideal also for combined terrain
“Climbing Zone“ at the tip of the sole for precise stepping
undercut heel front for excellent grip

Vibram® New York

classic sneaker sole with good traction
designed for everyday uses
optimal interplay between abrasion and traction

LOWA Cross

hiking-oriented tread with a special design of lugs and elements
very good traction on diverse terrain

LOWA Cross Duty

hiking-oriented tread with a special design of its lugs and elements
very good traction on diverse terrain

LOWA G³

good on wet or icy surfaces
soft, high-tech rubber blend
top quality, highly abrasion-resistant rubber

LOWA G³ multifunction

special fabric material
soft studs for perfect cushioning
robust top quality rubber blend

LOWA Masai G³

good on wet or icy surfaces
robust top quality rubber blend

LOWA Trac® Lite G+

extremely durable
excellent traction on dry terrain

LOWA Vialta III

MONOWRAP® sole construction
outdoor-oriented tread profile
slip-resistant rubber outsole
stabilizer

Vibram® Apptrail Ws

modern trekking boot tread with increased contact area
perfect roll-through and push-off
constructed on a special last for women

Vibram® Evo

guaranteed stability and non-slip performance
outdoor-oriented tread profile
optimal cushioning

Vibram® Masai

excellent grip on all surfaces thanks to self-cleaning mountaineering tread
large studs for best uphill and downhill traction
undercut heel front for excellent grip
“Climbing Zone“ at the toe

Vibram® Masai Tec

excellent grip on all surfaces thanks to self-cleaning mountaineering tread
large studs for best uphill and downhill traction
undercut heel front for excellent grip
“Climbing Zone“ at the toe

Vibram® MVS

tread design supports boot’s stability
ideal roll-through/push-off motion thanks to special stud configuration
soft rubber increases cushioning and comfort

Vibram® Tactis DST

tread profile improves boot support
ideal roll-through/push-off motion thanks to special stud configuration
soft rubber increases cushioning and comfort

Vibram® Teton

very deep, lugged tread profile for an excellent grip in high alpine terrain
considerably lighter than comparable alpine boot soles with the same tread depth
high edge strength for the most precise footing

Vibram® Tsavo

excellent grip on all surfaces with its self-cleaning profile
brake, impact and stability zones
angled heel design
shock-absorbing PU midsole for extra comfort

Vibram® Vialta

PU midsole for good shock absorption
excellent grip on all surfaces

LOWA Cross

The LOWA® CROSS equipped with a special profile design provides a solid grip on a range of different surfaces. The self-cleaning sole profile is designed for both paved and unpaved terrain.

LOWA Enduro Evo

The self-cleaning rubber sole LOWA® ENDURO EVO has been optimized for multifunctional uses and comes with a striking, sharp-edged profile design. This feature makes it perfect for a broad range of uses – during the daily routine, leisure time or easy hikes.

LOWA Multi Trac

The triangular profile design used in the sole LOWA® MULTI TRAC® is ideal for multifunctional outdoor uses on moderate terrain. The sole provides pleasant rolling properties, helping to prevent fatigue from setting in.

LOWA Natural

The trekking-boot-like profile design of the LOWA® NATURAL impresses users with its exceptional support and very good grip on the widest range of surfaces. Its heat- and cold-insulating sole design is antistatic and resistant to oil, petrol and contact heat. A distinct heel and front profile facilitate precise mountain climbs and descents.

LOWA Patrol

Thanks to its special profile design, the LOWA® PATROL provides exceptional support and a very good grip even on challenging terrain. Its sole design combines heat- and cold-insulating qualities and is antistatic. It is resistant to oil, petrol and contact heat as well. The sole profile is also self-cleaning.

LOWA Tactical Z Trac

The special profile design of the LOWA® TACTICAL Z TRAC® impresses users with its good support and grip that is delivered even on challenging terrain. The sole optimized for fast-roping missions combines heat- and cold-insulating qualities. It is antistatic and resistant to oil, petrol and contact heat as well.

Vibram® MVS

The rectangular profile design of VIBRAM® MVS provides exceptional support and a very good grip even on challenging terrain. Its ideal rolling properties are produced by its stud arrangement and its self-cleaning sole profile. The sole design of the VIBRAM® MVS combines heat- and cold-insulating qualities. It is antistatic and resistant to oil, petrol and contact heat as well.

Vibram® Tsavo

The VIBRAM® TSAVO with the deep-treaded sole design impresses users with its good support and grip that is delivered on the widest range of surfaces. The high edging provides the very best grip. The sole profile also can clean itself. The sole design combines heat- and cold-insulating qualities. It is antistatic and resistant to oil, petrol and contact heat as well.