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The right shoe determines sure-footedness, comfort and a blister-free day in the mountains. We show what matters and which models impress, from entry-level to mountaineering boots.<\/p>

Our picks at a glance<\/h2>
Our choice<\/span>

Hanwag Tatra Light GTX<\/h3>

Frequent hikers\/trekkers looking for a light, supportive cat. B boot for demanding multi-day tours.<\/p>Check price<\/a>

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Best value<\/span>

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid<\/h3>

Beginners and leisure hikers looking for a comfortable all-rounder for hut tours and A\/B trails.<\/p>Check price<\/a>

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Premium<\/span>

Scarpa Mescalito TRK GTX<\/h3>

Demanding trekkers (e.g. a trans-Alpine crossing) who want a durable premium boot with a heavy pack.<\/p>Check price<\/a>

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Models compared<\/h2>
Model<\/th>Key specs<\/th>Price<\/th><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Hanwag Tatra Light GTX<\/strong> Our choice<\/span><\/td>Weight: approx. 1000\u20131200 g\/pair \u00b7 Shaft height: high \u00b7 Membrane: Gore-Tex \u00b7 Sole: Vibram Integral Light \u00b7 Crampons: limited (cat. B)<\/td>\u20ac\u20ac\u20ac
approx. 230\u2013270 \u20ac (please check)<\/span><\/td>		Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Lowa Renegade GTX Mid<\/strong> Best value<\/span><\/td>Weight: approx. 1010\u20131080 g\/pair \u00b7 Shaft height: mid-high \u00b7 Membrane: Gore-Tex \u00b7 Sole: Vibram Evo \u00b7 Crampons: no (cat. A\/B)<\/td>\u20ac\u20ac\u20ac
approx. 200\u2013230 \u20ac (please check)<\/span><\/td>		Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Lowa Explorer II GTX Mid<\/strong> Entry-level<\/span><\/td>Weight: approx. 980 g\/pair \u00b7 Shaft height: half-high \u00b7 Membrane: Gore-Tex \u00b7 Sole: Vibram \u00b7 Crampons: no (cat. A\/B)<\/td>\u20ac\u20ac
approx. 150\u2013180 \u20ac (please check)<\/span><\/td>		Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite Mid GTX<\/strong> Lightweight<\/span><\/td>Weight: approx. 1130 g\/pair (men) \u00b7 Shaft height: mid-high \u00b7 Membrane: Gore-Tex Extended Comfort \u00b7 Sole: Pomoca MTN Trainer Lite \u00b7 Crampons: no<\/td>\u20ac\u20ac\u20ac
approx. 190\u2013220 \u20ac (please check)<\/span><\/td>		Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Scarpa Mescalito TRK GTX<\/strong> Premium<\/span><\/td>Weight: approx. 1320 g\/pair \u00b7 Shaft height: mid-high to high \u00b7 Membrane: Gore-Tex \u00b7 Sole: Vibram XS Trek Evo \u00b7 Crampons: no (cat. B)<\/td>\u20ac\u20ac\u20ac\u20ac
approx. 260\u2013300 \u20ac (please check)<\/span><\/td>		Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
La Sportiva Trango Tech Leather GTX<\/strong> Mountaineering boot<\/span><\/td>Weight: approx. 1280 g\/pair \u00b7 Shaft height: high \u00b7 Membrane: Gore-Tex Performance Comfort \u00b7 Sole: Vibram (La Sportiva Cube) \u00b7 Crampons: limited (cat. B\/C, semi-automatic)<\/td>\u20ac\u20ac\u20ac\u20ac
approx. 250\u2013300 \u20ac (please check)<\/span><\/td>		Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>

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What to look for<\/h2>