Gear Radar, July 2026

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Lowa’s Ranger EVO GTX Wide isn’t the only wide-fit boot available. Here are four other options that have caught our eye.

AKU Super Alp Wide GTX 

$699.99 | 1360g | Light and technical

Compatible with a C2 crampon, the Super Alp Wide offers greater stiffness with a 6–4mm nylon shank, and the precise, technical lacing of a mountain boot without being overly heavy. The uppers are 1.6mm suede and Air8000 textile with Gore-Tex lining. 

Lowa Mauria Evo GTX Wide Women’s

$699 | 1250g | Womens specific fit

This 3–4-season boot has the same stiffness specs and similar durability to the Ranger Evo GTX. It’s built on a female-specific last and has anatomical refinements that include additional padding in the cuff and minimal material overlap in the upper to prevent hot spots. The bi-density midsole has softer inlays under the heel and forefoot.

Asolo TPS 520 Wide Fit

$499.99 | 1600g | Budget friendly

Thick 2.8mm full-grain leather uppers with a minimum of seams give this affordable boot durability, but it lacks the rand protection of the Ranger EVO. The AsoFlex medium rigidity shank and Triple Power Structure Evo Asolo/Vibram sole unit has three shock absorbers at the points of greatest impact with the ground. The boot is Gore-Tex lined and can be resoled.

Meindl Guffert  

$749 | 1760g | Most supportive

Designed for any gender with wider feet or those who love extra toe room, the durable Guffert is a comfort-fit version of the flagship Island model, which had its origins as an all-terrain boot for Europe’s specialist mountain warfare troops. It’s designed for movement across rough and steep terrain, with balanced flexibility for comfortable all-day walking under heavy loads. The relatively tall cuff and broad sole are supportive and stable. 

Mark Watson

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Mark Watson

Wilderness gear editor Mark Watson divides his workdays between graphic design, writing and photography. His passion for tramping, climbing, cycling and storytelling has taken him all over Aotearoa and the world in search of great trails, perfect moves and epic light. He has published four books and his photographs have featured in numerous publications. Especially motivated by long distance travel, he has tramped Te Araroa and cycled from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego.

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