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The noble art of waiting
by Patrick Bardelli
Pick up the pace with Renegade GTX
16.10.2019
Translation: machine translated
Pictures: Manuel Wenk
I had to hurry. The trip to the Graubünden mountains was organised in a hurry. I had no time to get used to the new hiking shoes.
From Zurich West to Piz Beverin. Claudio, the hunter, has invited me to accompany him hunting in the mountains of Graubünden. Two days full of excitement await me.
Before I leave, however, I have to solve a problem: I have no suitable shoes. And I don't have time to get used to new hiking boots. Just like my colleague Restin before his tour of the Appenzell countryside.
It's OK
The solution to my problem is Renegade GTX Mid, from the brand Lowa, a hiking shoe with index 4. This multifunctional shoe is suitable for low mountain hikes on established trails, walks, family outings, bike rides or simply for everyday life. And for hunting? Claudio casts a pitiful glance at my shoes and asks, 'Is everything OK?' He arrives with a model La Sportiva, designed for demanding high mountain hikes, long hut hikes and tours with heavy luggage. And it costs twice as much as my Renegade. But back to your question: yes, it's fine. Incredibly well.
Although we are 2000 metres above sea level, it is still warm. The sun shines in the sky and I sweat in the steep ground. But not my feet. The Gore-Tex membrane ensures a pleasant climate in the shoe, which consists of nubuck leather and rubber and is relatively light at 615 grams. The Renegade GTX Mid offers good grip thanks to the medium height of the upper and the Vibram sole. Only once do I slip on a piece of wet grass, but I manage to recover myself. Claudio gives me a critical look again.
First impression
I had to hurry and had no time to get used to the Renegade GTX Mid. However, I had no problems during the two days in the mountains of Graubünden. No pressure, no blisters and, very important for living together in the hut, no sweaty feet. This shoe offered me sufficient security and good comfort. For longer tours I recommend a Lowa model with index 3, which is ideal for long, moderate alpine tours, multi-day hut hikes and demanding day tours. For high mountain tours, it is better to opt for a Lowa shoe with index 2 or index 1.
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Patrick Bardelli
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Patrick.Bardelli@digitecgalaxus.chFrom radio journalist to product tester and storyteller, jogger to gravel bike novice and fitness enthusiast with barbells and dumbbells. I'm excited to see where the journey'll take me next.
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