Lowa

Lowa Tempest Lo
Posted: Nov 18, 2009 9:18:42 AM
Reviewer: B W from Piedmont, MO

Overall:

This is a well made, light and comfortable shoe. Sizing is accurate. Tongue likes to slip forward a little when worn, but this doesn't affect comfort. Perhaps a little overpriced, but hopefully that translates to durability.

Lowa Tempest Lo
Posted: Nov 18, 2009 9:18:27 AM
Reviewer: B W from Piedmont, MO

Overall:

This is a well made, light and comfortable shoe. Sizing is accurate. Tongue likes to slip forward a little when worn, but this doesn't affect comfort. Made in Slovakia. Perhaps a little overpriced, but hopefully that translates to durability.

Lowa Trident GTX Lady
Posted: Nov 3, 2009 11:01:06 AM
Reviewer: Anonymous from Minnesota

Overall:

Very pleased. I bought the Renegade GTX Mid- lady for my hiking boots. These fit much the same: generous in the toe, narrower at the heel. They just plain feel good. I often wear a 7 1/2, but these fit in a 7. Bring on the snow!

Lowa AL-S 435 Cortina GTX® WS
Posted: Nov 2, 2009 1:13:31 PM
Reviewer: Anonymous from Minnesota

Overall:

I fell in love with the Renegade GTX Mid-Lady fora hiking boot, and for wear in the winter slush. I hoped that a second pair in a different style would fit just as well. Since this was taller, I was excited to have it for serious snow play. A caution: it doesn't fit the same. I ordered the same size, but this boot is shorter. My toes need more room. Also, the heel is not held as well as in my 1st boot. Too bad. They look as if they'd keep out the snow!

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Oct 29, 2009 12:24:39 AM
Reviewer: Anonymous from Minnesota

Overall:

I'm thrilled in every way to have found this boot. It replaces two pair that are heavy, stiff, impossible to drive a car while wearing, and way too bulky to pack for travel. I agree that they run 1/2 size large. I usually wear a 7 1/2, and found that these fit perfectly in a 7, which Lowa calls a 38 in this case. There is ample toe room, and my heel is held well (no sliding up and down). The collar of the boot is well-padded, and the navy is nice and dark, so it looks almost black. The bonus is that my feet look very dainty in them, which is unusual for a boot like this. Bring on the winter slop. I'm ready! Thanks again Zappos!

Lowa AL-X 11 Lo Mesh Lady
Posted: Oct 28, 2009 6:04:51 AM
Reviewer: Debbie S from Vinton VA

Overall:

Great shoes! Great service from Zappos! Had to return the first pair due to sizing and the whole return process was quick and easy and the customer service representative was awesome. Would highly recommend both the site and the shoes.

Lowa Zephyr GTX® Mid
Posted: Oct 26, 2009 5:36:08 PM
Reviewer: Anonymous from Communist State of California

Overall:

Great boots. No break in needed. Went out on a two week hunt trip and they held up very well. Be advised they are very true to size. Great arch support and are very light. These boots are waterproof. Buyers will love this boot.

Lowa Tempest Lo
Posted: Oct 14, 2009 10:09:28 AM
Reviewer: Bette S from Sierra Madre, CA

Overall:

I bought these only because my husband liked his, and I did NOT want to go to a store to try shoes on. They are PERFECT! I did not have to break them in, they were instantly comfortable. I have hiked long hikes in the mountains in them, shorter walks in town, and all in-between. They are lightweight and comfortable but provide good traction on mountain trails. I highly recommend them.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid
Posted: Oct 11, 2009 7:59:25 AM
Reviewer: Snowbat from New York

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Lightweight, great ankle support. The first thing I thought when I opened the box was that Zappos must have sent me the wrong size, the boots looked way smaller than I expected. But in fact, they fit perfectly. The Renegade is just somehow magically trimmed down. The boots are certainly incredibly light. They feet almost sneaker-like on the feet, and offer the best kind of ankle support, your stride isn't affected, you can bend forward and backward quite easily, but side bending is supportively constrained from many angles. I was a little worried about how the asphalt/blue would look in real life, but it's pretty subtle and can pass for black on a casual glance. The only problems were: I ordered an EE, I'm pretty sure I got an EE, but the boot feels narrower than EE. It's interesting that the people with narrow feet say the narrow boot is too wide and the people with wide feet say the wide boot is too narrow. Something to keep in mind if your feet are especially wide or narrow. I find that the ball of the foot is not well cushioned and felt pain under the joint of my big toe wearing these after the first mile, at first. While the leather is still stiff, these had a tendency, at least on my foot, to fold sharply and bite into the tops of the feet at the toe joint, across the whole foot. If this has never happened to you before, it probably has something to do with my stride, e.g. I found that the Vasque Sundowners would bite into the top of my big toe at first.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Oct 4, 2009 7:57:50 PM
Reviewer: Anonymous from Suburban Chicago

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I purchased these boots on the recommendation of a friend who trekked through Nepal in her Lowa boots and swears by them. Other reviewers kept saying how comfortable they were with no break-in period, & I found that to be true as well. I wore them virtually everyday of a recent Santa Fe vacation & my feet were in heaven during cold rainy days "hiking" around town & while climbing the Tent Peak Monument. I am not an experienced hiker & I was very pleased that I never felt that my footing was insecure. The Gore-Tex is very important to me since I will be wearing these all winter to walk my dog, & the secure tread design will be reassuring on wet & icy pavement. I usually wear an 8-8.5 Medium shoe/boot, and went with an 8.5 in these. I have a narrower foot, but can cinch the Medium for a comfortable fit (with mid-wt. wool socks) & have a roomy toe box. Love these boots! The Navy/Black is a classy look that doesn't scream Hiking Boot. Zappos service is amazing; had my boots in just over 24 hours & returns are credited quickly.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Oct 1, 2009 7:03:26 AM
Reviewer: Anonymous from southern california

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I do not hesitate ordering from Zappos because of the great return policy, free shipping, and very prompt service. I was hiking down the trails in my new boots within a few days of placing my order.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Sep 29, 2009 2:11:52 PM
Reviewer: Cara B from Ann Arbor, Michigan

Overall:

I absolutely love my boots! These were my first ever pair of hiking boots...so I dont have any personal comparison\'s....but I can say that from the moment I slipped them on, I didnt want to take them off. My husband and I hiked/camped for 3 days straight...and my feet never once got sore..or wet. I didn\'t have time to break them in, but they didnt need it. They were as comfortable as tennishoes, but kept my ankles supported and my feet dry. And an added bonus, they are super cute :) I would recommend them to anyone. \r\nAlso, I must say...I was VERY impressed with Zappos. I had never ordered from them before...and I definitely will again. Super quick shipping, and by far the lowest prices I found.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Sep 27, 2009 7:02:40 AM
Reviewer: L. S from Washington

Overall:

This boot has no break in period as most other boots have. Strap them up and head to the mountains or go on a leisurely walk, either way your feet will be glad for choosing this boot. They comfortably wrap around your foot because the eyelets are precision set in just the right spots for tight or loose tension. You'll be happy with this boot, and if not, well Zappos has 100% guarantee! They honestly do mean "shop with confidence!"

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid
Posted: Sep 6, 2009 7:01:57 PM
Reviewer: bill d from n central ariz

Overall:

Well balanced, light weight while still be being a very stable platform for hiking and casual walking of trails. great ankle stability.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid
Posted: Sep 1, 2009 10:28:52 AM
Reviewer: from Midland, Texas

Overall:

I have an A width foot and typically have to buy shoes as short as possible to get something narrow enough, since most supply a B width for a narrow. I also use an orthotic, which helps some. I buy a US size 12 low top walking shoe so that is what I bought in the Lowa GTX. Fit was perfect for me. I walked 30 miles on concrete/pavement before going on an Alaskan vacation, shoes were perfect from first step. I have now spent a week in Alaska and never wore anything else the whole time. Only went on very short hikes, however. These shoes are very comfortable and very light for a lace up medium height shoe. Not as much cushioning as a casual walking shoe, but much more stable and good on normal hiking terrain in national parks. Enough cushioning for me, and I have back problems so I need as much cushioning as possible without trying to hike in slippery low top walking shoes. I haven’t checked the weatherproofing, as it has been unusually dry and sunny here most of the time. Overall, very happy that I spent the extra bucks for a narrow width, light, high quality, hiking shoe.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid
Posted: Aug 26, 2009 7:02:02 AM
Reviewer: Anonymous from Portland, OR

Overall:

Very good product! I hike a lot, and have three of these that I alternate. Very comfortable and good traction

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid
Posted: Aug 14, 2009 6:06:35 AM
Reviewer: michael bagnell from Florida

Overall:

Great boots, very light and they need no break in. I have been wearing this particular model for several years and love them. Zappos has also been very nice to deal with.

Lowa Zephyr GTX® Mid
Posted: Aug 7, 2009 10:02:26 AM
Reviewer: Runsfearless from

Overall:

Great boot - The Zephyr is all that it advertised. Lightweight, supportive, great traction. They are a full pound lighter than my Scarpa ZG's [pair]. There is a small trade off for the lighter Zephyr as the mid-sole of the Scarpa is a bit more protective of sharp rocks. But unless you are carrying a big load of over 25-30 pounds, it won't be an issue.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Jul 16, 2009 6:07:19 AM
Reviewer: Anonymous from Illinois

Overall:

They are comfortable right out of the box. They run 1/2 a size large. You can work or hike in them all day and your feet feel great!

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Jul 15, 2009 11:00:10 AM
Reviewer: Wickedcatherine from Flagstaff / Grand Canyon

Overall:

Great Fit. Despite other warnings (thank you!), this boot does not feel too long to me. "Narrow" width is still extra roomy.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Jul 9, 2009 5:38:43 AM
Reviewer: Anonymous from Indiana

Overall:

Zappos is amazing. Boots arrived immediately. Fit great right out of the box. I found size to be true with heavy socks on. Have only trialed in house yet due to creasing at toes. Trying to decide if that is a problem. Otherwise, great fit, lightweight, and comfortable.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Jul 2, 2009 2:18:30 PM
Reviewer: Kb from Santa Monica, CA

Overall:

I needed a pair of boots that would be good to go without a break-in period. These fit the bill very well. They fit true to size: I wear a 10, bought a 10, and they fit. My feet and ankles are a bit swollen these days and I had trouble getting other boots on, but not these. I used an alternate lacing pattern--skipping the third-from-the-top eyelet--and the fit was secure but not uncomfortable. The top of the boot did press into my leg somewhat, since the inflexibility of the boot itself doesn't allow the foot itself to flex, so the flexion is transferred to the top of the boot where it meets the lower calf. This was noticeable but not uncomfortable. This is a cold-weather boot and I hike in temperate or hot climates, so didn't wear thick socks. The internal padding in the boot was sufficient cushioning, and the boots were not too hot on my feet. All in all, I expect these to be useful to me a long time. Appearance: thankfully free of visual noise, unlike other hiking boots, which tend to make one look like a Power Ranger.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Jun 27, 2009 2:43:59 PM
Reviewer: Eleni M from Corte Madera, CA.

Overall:

This waterproof boot is fantastic, extremely comfortable, and good looking (I love them and have received many compliments as well from others). I hike in the Nature, rain or shine, with my dogs... and these boots have made it possible for me to stay out longer on rainy days so that my dogs, and myself, get a good amount of exercise... while these boots keep my feet dry as the dogs and I splash and play in the rain. I’ve recently bought my second pair of this exact boot to ensure more years of 100% satisfaction. Thank you, Zappos, for your excellent service as well!

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Posted: Jun 19, 2009 9:59:00 AM
Reviewer: from Idaho

Overall:

These boots are awesome! I wore these boots for 10-16 hours a day right out of the box and they performed perfectly. The boots arrived the afternoon before I left on a trip to Thailand for 30 days. The work I was doing required a lot of walking on hot pavement and climbing on steep dam faces covered with large boulders. Each step felt sure. With these boots, I never got a blister or hot spot. My feet were comfortable. I have narrow feet and was particularly worried about whether the boots would work for me. They were a dream. I can’t wait to try hiking in them.

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid
Posted: Jun 17, 2009 5:39:37 PM
Reviewer: from Fairfax, VA

Overall:

Very satisfied. As others have stated, these boots are comfortable straight away. I quickly replaced the insole with green Superfeet and love the comfort. Buyers should know these are not stiff shoes. If you hike a lot of rocky or rooty trails, or carry 30+ pound packs, I would consider another shoe (Vasque perhaps). Anything less and you cannot lose with these. They are my shoe of choice for any traveling I do involving outdoor activities. Excellent craftsmanship in a real quality boot. I highly recommend these; comfort and quality in a lightweight, but supportive boot.