Lowa Jannu Lo Hiking Shoe - Women's - 2007 BCS

I know it sounds contradictory - to give it four stars AND with a review title like this. :) The fact is that I love everything Lowa - own a pair of Banff Pro and the winter boots so I was sure that I was going to like this as well. Spring seemed to be showing its faces yesterday so I went for a long walk (7 miles) with my dog in the city in this new pair but the cut off point is right at my ankle bones and they really hurt. Maybe it's just my feet - bones sticking out too much. I'm sure others may find it comfortable - just like my other Lowa shoes. Have to return them but it doesn't mean those aren't great shoes - hence the four stars. :)

These are some of the best shoes out there. They are leather lined with a stiff sole. It is hard to find a non GTX hiking shoe. Just finished a five day hike in the Bear Tooths and they held up just fine. No Blisters out of the box- a first. Very strong and sturdy shoes. The sizes are a little off- check the European size. They have held up better than other Lowas and have a better sole than the the Tempest Lo and the width is good for a medium to a wider foot-It is a true hiking shoe. (The upper will take on water -some kind of protection may be needed?)

I ordered these shoes based on their "Gear of the Year 2006 Award" and WOW!! I have never had a pair of shoes that did not need to be broken in - until these. They are absolutely amazing! So comfortable. I have had Merrels before and they gave me horrible blisters the first time I worse them. If you have had this problem with other shoes, I highly recommend these Lowas!

These are the only shoes I can wear because of problems with my achilles. All other shoes, hiking or otherwise, put pressure on my achilles making it impossible for me to wear them. I'm glad I found some colors besides blue because I wear them everywhere that flip flops and boots aren't appropriate.