Lowa Ranger GTX Backpacking Boot - Men's - 2009 BCS

originally purchased some Scarpa Kailash wanted to like them but the boots lacked support and felt flimsy. a Backcountry rep recommended Lowa for stability and room in the toe box. he was right. i ordered the Rangers and knew the boot was right before i finished lacing. Rangers run true to size and offer excellent arch and ankle support. a no gimmick super sturdy all purpose boot. thank you Backcountry for the best customer support

Undoubtedly a high performance boot built for rough rugged terrain. Since my foot is begining to widen at the toe, the toe box on this boot was too narrow, which was not a problem related to the boot itself. Would clearly prefer this boot if available in greater widths.

I have had these boots for one season now & I can't say enough about them. I normally don't wear a wide sized shoe or boot, but because I have been having trouble with the toe box on many hiking boots (too freakin' small), I decided to go the wide route. I was a little nervous about ordering a wide cut boot without first trying them on, but they fit very well when I received them.

I also purchased a pair of Sole Ed Viestur series footbeds for these boots. I wasn't overly thrilled with the footbeds that came with the boot (they are better than most though.) Since I added the Sole, these boots are beyond great. They are very comfortable for miles and miles of trekking/backpacking. I have used them with a 65 pound pack and did not feel a difference between that and no pack.

They are a sturdy, almost heavy duty boot. They are heavy and can be a little much for hot weather use. I've used them in the dead of summer and my feet sweat a lot in them. The waterproof Gore-Tex is great. I crossed a high river wearing them and no leaks, even after being briefly submerged.

If you notice on Lowa's website, the ladies version comes in a cool grey/black color. I wish Lowa would make these with color options. Besides that, very happy with my decision to go with Lowa.

I bought mine from campmor for an obscenely low price.

They are very comfortable and look great. Great deer, turkey boots. I suspect they will last very well.

They did need some breaking in so I wore them to work on rainy days for the first 3 months I had them. They still look spiffy enough to wear with khakis and a polo/sweater during the cold months.

I took out the stock foot bed and put in my superfeet and all is in order.

Probably stick with my Cabella mountain hunters for elk as they seem a little more supportive.

I have wornout 4 pair in the last ten years. I don't bacpack but I walk the soles off of them before I retire them. Put heal plates on them and they will wear evenly. Never have I had a hot spot or foot problem. It's Lowa or nothing for me.!!!!