Lowa Clevedale Pro GTX boots -EU39.5, US7, UK6, 253mm

Here's a review of these boots.  I hate waiting all day for the next plane (plane cancelled at this moment as weather in Lukla is bad enough that there is no landing permitted).  So to fill in the time I did this simple boot review.  If I get even more bored next time, I'll do a review on a Nalgene 500mL drink bottle :-o

You can get the boot technical specs from http://www.lowaboots.com/catalog/cevedale-pro-gtx/2100506099/1

Lego 'Greg' making an appearance.  My mate's kid will hopefully own a Lego man that has summited Everest.

These are the first pair of Lowa boots that I have owned.  Comparing to Scarpa and La Sportiva, the sizing seems to fit in-between the two brands.  Hard to judge but 'feels' about right.

I have not broken these in whatsoever and they have been very comfortable so far.  The fit is fantastic and the construction seems top quality.  I think the quality is better than La Sportiva (only based on this singular boot comparison!) and on par with Scarpa.  I think Scarpas are pretty good.

The main points:

1) The forefoot lace lock (I-Lock) -works a treat.

2) Good ankle forward flex (Flexfit Synchro) and low achilles makes for comfy articulation.

3) Excellent rear crampon welt.

4) Balls in the lace hooks make for smooth lacing.

5) The Tongue Stud/X-Lacing is really awesome.  The tongue just stays perfectly centered (or however you set it up).

6) Solid rubber rand and well finished at the toe.

7) Nice inner -comfy and warm.

8) Nothing special about the sole as all Vibram soles are good, so not much differentiation.

9) It is lined with Gore-Tex so it should be uber waterproof.

I think the main reason I like this boot is that it was comfy straight away.  No break-in required.  The blue is also quite funky, and you know me, I like to stand out like there is no tomorrow :-).  These puppies should see me through a couple of expeditions with all my uncoordinated feet hitting every rock that comes close to my feet, and the high ankle will stop the dreaded rolled ankle syndrome.

I can definitely recommend these boots for trekking.