• Type: winter thermal-insulating insoles
• Brand: LOWA
• Purpose: additional thermal insulation, cushioning and foot comfort in cold weather
• Construction: multi-layer design with cushioning and thermal-insulating properties
• Cushioning material: EVA
• Thermal-insulating layer: aluminum foil
• Feature: can be trimmed for a more precise footwear fit
• Sizing: corresponds to the LOWA footwear size chart
• Weight: approximately 56 g/pair (UK size 8)
• Materials: approximately 45% polyethylene, 25% polyester, 25% EVA, 5% aluminum foil

LOWA winter insoles are replacement thermal-insulating insoles designed for footwear used in cold weather. Their multi-layer construction combines polyethylene, polyester, cushioning EVA material and aluminum foil, helping maintain thermal comfort around the foot while cushioning the load during walking.

A key feature of this winter model is the combination of 25% EVA for cushioning and an aluminum thermal-insulating layer. This allows the insole to perform two primary functions: providing a softer support surface for the foot and helping reduce heat loss through the bottom of the footwear.

Multi-Layer Construction for Winter Footwear

LOWA winter insoles use several materials with different functional properties. Polyethylene helps form a lightweight thermal-insulating layer, polyester provides durability to the textile structure, EVA provides softness and cushioning, and aluminum foil complements thermal insulation from the sole side.

This combination of materials is designed for cold-weather use, where it is important not only to provide additional insulation but also to maintain foot comfort during extended walking and active movement.

EVA - Cushioning and Resilience

Approximately 25% of the insole composition consists of EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate), a lightweight and resilient polymer material widely used in footwear and cushioning components.

EVA deforms under load and helps cushion the impact generated with each step. This allows the insole to provide a more comfortable support surface for the foot during walking and extended use of winter footwear.

Polyethylene for Foot Insulation

The largest proportion of the material - approximately 45% - consists of polyethylene. Within the insole construction, it is used as a lightweight functional material that helps create an additional barrier between the foot and the cold lower section of the footwear.

Combining the polyethylene layer with EVA and aluminum foil helps maintain low overall weight while providing cushioning and additional thermal-insulating properties.

Polyester - Durable Synthetic Component

Approximately 25% of the composition consists of polyester. This lightweight synthetic fiber is characterized by abrasion resistance, quick-drying properties and low susceptibility to shrinkage.

Within the multi-layer insole construction, polyester serves as a functional textile component that complements the cushioning and thermal-insulating layers.

Aluminum Foil for Additional Thermal Insulation

Approximately 5% of the construction consists of aluminum foil. It is used as an additional thermal-insulating layer in the lower section of the insole and helps reduce heat loss toward the cold sole and the surface beneath the footwear.

This construction is particularly relevant when footwear is in contact with cold ground, snow, ice and other chilled surfaces. The aluminum layer works together with the other insole materials rather than functioning as a standalone insulating material.

Trimmable for a More Precise Fit

The winter insole sizes correspond to the standard LOWA size chart. If the internal shape of a particular footwear model differs slightly, the insole can be carefully trimmed around the contour for a more precise fit.

For this purpose, the original insole can be removed from the boot and used as a template. The new insole should be trimmed gradually, removing only excess material to avoid making it smaller than the internal contour of the footwear.

What Conditions Are LOWA Winter Insoles Suitable For?

The insoles are designed for use during cold weather and can be used in compatible winter, hiking, tactical, outdoor and everyday footwear. The combination of thermal insulation and EVA cushioning is particularly useful during extended walking, winter travel, outdoor work and active recreation.

When installing an additional winter insole, the internal volume of the footwear should be considered. The foot should not be excessively compressed, as an overly tight fit can reduce overall comfort during extended use.

LOWA Winter Insole Material Composition

• approximately 45% polyethylene: lightweight functional component that helps provide thermal insulation
• approximately 25% polyester: durable and quick-drying synthetic component
• approximately 25% EVA: resilient material for cushioning and walking comfort
• approximately 5% aluminum foil: additional thermal-insulating layer on the sole side

Advantages of LOWA Winter Insoles

• Thermal insulation: multi-layer construction helps reduce heat loss through the bottom of the footwear
• EVA cushioning: resilient layer cushions the load on the foot while walking
• Aluminum layer: complements thermal insulation on the cold sole side
• Durability: polyester provides a functional textile component within the construction
• Low weight: approximately 56 g per pair in UK size 8
• Trimmable design: allows the insole to be more precisely adapted to the internal shape of the footwear
• LOWA sizing: sizes correspond to the brand's footwear sizing system

FAQ

What are LOWA winter insoles designed for?
They are designed to provide additional thermal insulation and cushioning for the foot when footwear is used in cold weather.

What materials are LOWA winter insoles made from?
This model consists of approximately 45% polyethylene, 25% polyester, 25% EVA and 5% aluminum foil.

Why is EVA used in the insoles?
EVA is a lightweight and resilient polymer material that helps cushion the load on the foot and provides cushioning while walking.

What is the purpose of aluminum foil in a winter insole?
The aluminum foil forms part of the thermal-insulating construction and helps reduce heat loss through the bottom of the footwear.

Can LOWA winter insoles be trimmed?
Yes. If necessary, the insole can be carefully trimmed to fit the internal shape of the footwear. The original insole from the boot can conveniently be used as a template.

Do the insole sizes correspond to the LOWA size chart?
Yes. The sizes correspond to the LOWA size chart, although the internal shape and volume of different footwear models may vary.

How much do LOWA winter insoles weigh?
The stated weight is approximately 56 g per pair in UK size 8.

Can these insoles be used in footwear from other manufacturers?
They can be used in compatible footwear provided that the length, width, shape and internal volume are suitable. The insole contour can be trimmed if necessary.

How does this winter insole differ from a regular insole?
Its construction is specifically designed for cold weather: polyethylene and aluminum foil contribute to thermal insulation, while 25% EVA provides additional cushioning and resilience while walking.

LOWA winter insoles combine thermal insulation and cushioning in a lightweight multi-layer construction. Polyethylene and aluminum foil help reduce heat loss through the bottom of the footwear, EVA provides resilience and cushioning, and polyester complements the functional structure of the insole. The trimmable design allows the insole to be more precisely adapted to compatible winter, hiking, tactical or everyday footwear.

Warranty and care

The company PROF1Group® is the sole official distributor of the LOWA® Task Force (Professional) footwear line in Ukraine since 2005 (link to the official Lowa® website). All LOWA® footwear comes with a warranty against manufacturing defects. If defects are found during use, you need to:

• write an email to [email protected];
• send a photo of the defect and your order number (or a purchase receipt from our retail stores).

The warranty period is 3 months from the date of purchase (considering the seasonality of the footwear according to the current Law of Ukraine “On Consumer Rights Protection”).

The warranty does not cover defects and damages caused by negligent or improper use of the footwear (drying near an open heat source, etc.).

The footwear usage instructions are included in every shoe box or can be found here.

The main warranty terms can be found in the "Warranty and Returns" section.

Shipping and payment

Information about sending orders:

• orders are sent within Ukraine by the logistics company Nova Poshta
• delivery time from the moment of ordering is on average 2-3 days (and up to 5 days if the product is in a remote warehouse)
• shipping days for orders are from Monday to Saturday
• fragile items (glasses, mugs, etc.) are securely packaged in bubble wrap with a "Caution Fragile" mark on the box
• detailed information on the website in the "Delivery" web page

Available payment methods for your order:

• cashless payments
• payment upon receipt (cash on delivery)
• detailed information on the website in the "Payment" web page