Hanwag Banks Winter GTX

The Banks Winter is the cold-weather addition to the classic Hanwag Banks family. This lightweight hiking boot offers maximum comfort and sure-footedness with full functionality for hiking in the colder months of the year. The upper of the winter version is cut a few centimetres higher to prevent snow ingress and to keep the Achilles tendon warm. The whole boot has been adapted for winter use.

The Banks Winter is made 100% of finest Leather Working Group (LWG) Gold-certified nubuck leather. This confirms not just the particularly high quality of the leather, but also its compliance with environ- mental standards and sustainable manufacturing. The nubuck leather upper is combined with a breathable Gore-Tex Partelana lining that prevents feet from sweating even during strenuous winter tours. The multilayer Partelana membrane lining has additional wool content to keep feet warm in sleet, snow and ice.

The sole unit design is also optimised for cold weather conditions. The footbed benefits from a layer of aluminium that reflects cold radiating from the ground away from the feet. In addition, micro perforations in the footbed collect and store warmth emitted by the feet. The combination of insulating materials and the comfortable design make the Banks Winter suitable for temperatures down to minus 15 degrees.

Banks Winter is equipped with a Vibram Icetrek outsole. Winterproof sole with outstanding grip and superb traction: The slip-resistant rubber compound allows hikers and outdoor enthusiasts to move confidently and securely on risky winter sur- faces. This is made possible by the specially-developed Vibram winter rubber, which – similar to a car tyre – does not harden even in very low temperatures and continues to provide a reliable grip. In addition, they have a further interesting characteristic: the special winter rubber compound leaves no marks or scratches on sensitive house floors.

What activities are the Banks Winter recommend for? Long hikes and walks in moderately snowy winter and wet, muddy autumn terrain. It’s ideal for lower mountain ranges right through to the foothills of the Alps, including in the woods and on toboggan runs. The Banks Winter is a product of Hanwags long-standing experience and countless kilometres of hiking. With its functional design, it’s destined to make winter the favourite season for hikers in future.

• High-cut upper for greater comfort and protection in snow and cold weather
• Warm Gore-Tex partelana lining
• Optimum grip in winter terrain thanks to Vibram Icetrek sole
• Insulating footbed with aluminium

Weight: 1400g (size UK 8)