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LOWA RENEGADE GTX MID BOOT • Evo sole for traction • Waterproof/breathable • Climate control footbed • GORE-TEX lining HUNTING BOOTS “When you go from hunting the foothills and plains to hunting in the mountains, you can really feel a difference in your footwear-- especially when you start side-hilling with weight. For people that go back a bit further-- bowhunters, back-country hikers--footwear is important no matter what season. When ascending, or descending these wilder, more steep areas, $229.99 3109459784 Lowa is the only footwear manufacturer in the world to be granted ISO 9001 status for the highest quality construction and process standards. ISO 9001 is the international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS). Organizations use the standard to demonstrate the ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements. That means when you buy a pair of Lowa boots, there is a history of happy customers standing behind their purchase to help give you peace of mind. “Side-hilling” refers to the path you are forced to travel when facing extreme elevation changes. It’s more of a switchback route. You use the side of your foot a lot out there, and when you’re packing out an extra 100 pounds... or traveling across shale--that’s when you can really feel a difference in your footwear.” LOWA TIBET GTX BOOT • Waterproof/breathable • Climate control • GORE-TEX lining • Extra height for support $394.99 2108965599 Calvin Fuller - Idaho Hunting READ CALVIN’S LOWA REVIEW NORTH 40 BLOG “I was about four miles from the trailhead early in the morning chasing a herd of elk and moving fast to try to get in front of them. KENETREK MOUNTAIN EXTREMES 10” BOOT • Waterproof, breathable Windtex membrane • Uninsulated • K-Talon outsoles $450.00 KE-420-NI I jumped over a log and landed on a rock on the other side. I snapped my ankle right there. Luckily I had a pack saw in my pack, and was able to fashion a crutch out of a branch. I didn’t get back out of those mountains until midnight that night. That was when I knew I needed a boot with more ankle protection than was offered by higher-end hunting boots.” Brady Bigford - Montana Plains/Mountain Hunting READ BRADY’S KENETRECK REVIEW NORTH 40 BLOG NORTH40.COM 15