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Hanwag Banks GTX: Gore-Tex walking boot, all seasons
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The Banks GTX is Hanwag's all-season walking boot, and Amazon lists it with a mix of leather, synthetic and rubber in the upper, a polyurethane insole, a rubber sole, a waterproof rating and an ankle-high cut, with Gore-Tex in the model name. In our main UK walking boot guide, it represents a mixed-material boot for walkers who want something between a light mid and a full leather boot.
- Upper
- Synthetic, leather and rubber (as listed)
- Membrane
- Gore-Tex
- Outsole
- Rubber
- Lining
- Not stated
In its favour
- Gore-Tex is named in the title, so it is built to keep feet dry on wet British paths.
- Listed as an all-season boot, which suits UK walkers who want one pair through the year.
- A polyurethane insole is listed, a material that keeps its cushioning over long use.
Good to know
- The upper material is listed as synthetic in one field and leather in another, so check the colour you order.
- The listing gives 2 kg without saying whether that is per pair, so weight is hard to compare.
Our take
What the listing says
The outer material is synthetic and the material field says leather and rubber. The lining field reads Kalt gefüttert, German for cold lined, which is a translation of a category name rather than a description of insulation. The seasons field is all.
The listed weight is 2 kg, which is probably the pair, though the listing does not say. The country of origin field shows United Kingdom, which may refer to the seller's location rather than manufacture.
Mixed materials in daily use
A boot that blends leather, synthetic panels and rubber can offer a balance of durability and breathability. Rubber areas help resist scuffs, leather adds structure, and synthetic panels reduce weight and dry faster.
Care for mixed materials with a soft brush, water, and a proofing product that suits both leather and fabric. Avoid heavy wax on synthetic panels.
Banks GTX against the Renegade GTX Mid and Quest 4 GTX
The Lowa Renegade GTX Mid is a leather boot and a familiar choice. Choose it if you prefer an all-leather upper.
The Salomon Quest 4 GTX, with leather and polyester and a supportive arch, is listed at 655 g. It is closer to a trekking boot from a trail-shoe brand. The Banks GTX sits between these in style.
Who should look elsewhere
Walkers who want a stated outsole compound should look at Hanwag's own details, as the listing does not name it. Those with wide feet should look at the Banks StraightFit Extra GTX version.
The mixed listing data also means it pays to read Hanwag's own description before ordering. The material, origin and lining fields do not line up neatly, and for a boot you plan to wear for several seasons it is worth knowing exactly which leather and lining you are getting.
Fit is the other question to settle in person. Walkers moving from a softer trail shoe may find a structured boot like this stiffer at first, so give it a few short local walks before a long day on the hill.
Verdict
The Banks GTX suits walkers who want a mixed-material Gore-Tex boot for all-season use on British paths. If you want all leather, choose the Lowa Renegade GTX Mid, and if you have wide feet, the Hanwag Banks StraightFit Extra GTX is the version to try.
Compared with alternatives in: Best walking boots for UK hills and footpaths
Amazon listing title: Hanwag Banks Gore-TEX Walking Boots - AW26