I moved from using the LOWA COMBAT GTX (which I still believe to be the best boot available on the market) to the Z8N GTX. I was very happy that they continue to offer a good degree of ankle support / protection whilst being quite a bit lighter and allowing for slightly more mobility when running or climbing. My main issue with the Z8N was with the sizing I ordered the 8.5 as I had fitted this perfectly in the combat boot but found that they were considerably longer, I believe this is due to it being a more pointed toe than the combat. I would recommend ordering half size down if you are making the same type of move.

I walk my hound off road about 5 miles a day every day in all weathers and on flat grass to very rough and boggy ground. I have bought Lowa boots for many years now and I bought these because my old resoled boots are beginning to get damp and I need dry boots for the next day. I've only done about 70 miles so far in these since February but they have been comfortable, truly waterproof and stable from the start. I expect to use these more now in the wet grass and snow in the coming winter.

I have had these boots for four years now and they are still amazing. Great comfort on long shifts. When the soles wear thin I will definitely replace them with the same.

I couldn't be happier with these boots. They are very comfy right from first use, versatile, durable and brilliantly waterproof.

These are really great: very robust, warm and comfortable. I have been wearing this kind of boots for more than 12 years and these are, by far, one of the best pairs I have had