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Break-in periods are just so old-fashioned.
- Monowrap Frame utilizes polyurethane injected around the sides of the shoe to wrap the foot in a lightweight, comfortable and supportive frame
- Gore-Tex membrane seals out moisture while allowing water vapor to escape, so you can ford streams and slog through mud with dry feet
- Full-length nylon shank provides enhanced support and performance on rugged terrain
- Climate Control footbed features perforations that improve breathability
- Vibram Evo outsole offers confidence-inspiring traction on mixed terrain
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GEAR REVIEW: Lowa Renegade GTX Boot
BackpackersReview.com
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You absolutely should not skimp when it comes to boots for hiking and backpacking. A good, well-made pair of boots is going to cost a little more than bargain priced boots, but it's an investment that is well worth it. In this video gear review, we take a look at Lowa's #1 selling hiking boot, the Renegade GTX. This is a great boot for hiking and lighter backpacking and is a good choice if it's your first "real" hiking boot. This boot is made for comfort and flexibility, but still has many high-end features. It's also one of Lowa's least expensive boots. For more details on the Renegade GTX from Lowa Boots, watch our brief video gear review above. Your feet will thank you.
Lowa Renegades
bcsp345380
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- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I hiked the entire CDT with these. Three pairs over 3000+ miles. 30-35 pound pack. No blisters, no break-in. They lose waterproofing after a while and are not particularly long lasting. That's the trade off of comfort versus durability. As I said before, no blisters......
Good Everyday Boot
jleephoto
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- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I love these boots for what they are, an excellent everyday boot. They are good on the medium trails with fairly lightweight loads, and around town. I'm an outdoor photographer and these have been my go to boots for years. They form to your feet well and have good lateral flexibility. Like just about every shoe/boot I need better insoles, so add the price of Superfeet. What they are NOT are heavy duty backpacking boots for the most gnarly terrain. For that look at the Banffs or Tibets. The only problem is that they are priced high for what they are. Still, I buy 'em because I've yet to find anything more comfortable.
Get it, you will love them.
Peter
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- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I used these boots in Alaska, Canadian Rockies and Switzerland. From walking around town, to backpacking with 33LB pack. No issues. I used medium size wool socks. Quality is great and if you have any questions, customer service is a phone call away.
Renegade GTX = Comfort!
BackpackersReview.com
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- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
This is Lowa's best-selling boot. It's great for the casual hiker or backpacker and is designed with comfort and flexibility as the goal. Here is a brief video review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EL6zwYbZBf0
Lowa Renegade GTX- A day hiking Champ
doup22607
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As a GORE-TEX Mt. Tech I'm giving full disclosure that I'm affiliated with GORE and their product. And though I'm not a paid employee, I do get special access to testing their products. Also, I was lucky enough to be stationed near a LOWA Boot Demo center this summer and was able to test several pairs of kicks for free.
There's no doubt that these are a boot for day hiking. Though they do fine on hut trips and summer backpack trips. They're light weight enough to fly through miles, but sturdy enough to offer support and cushion for a long and strenuous day. They breath great, and don't tire the legs like some of the beefier boots out there. Heavy they are not-. I did a lot of hiking in the summer suns of California, and my feet faired well despite sweaty days and wet feet after dips in mountain lakes. My feet did not marinade themselves as they typically do with an all leather model. Overall, if you're looking for a new all-around boot for your daily constitutional, this one is great. The one item i would recommend is a small gaiter to keep the detritus out. Mine seem prone to filling with dust and sand. Also, they have a certain urban style that i'm not overly partial too, but you're going to be covering them with dust and mud and wear and tear, so who cares as long as they're comfy, which they are. Like most LOWA Boots i've tried they break in well, because they don't take any time to break in. I did 11 miles my first day in them with no issues with my feet.They've fit since day 1. Also, i would recommend these over the Zephyr, whose tread and sole did not seem as solid as the Renegade. The Zephyr might be lighter, but i'd take a good sole and take a small concession on weigh. A good everyday sort of hiker for various terrain- Spring, Fall and Summer, but too thin for winter-
The little water I took them through didn't seem to get into my boot, these were muddy areas, stream crossings and light rain, though, not torrential downpours on which i can't comment.
Renegade GTX
marp19128
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Most comfortable boot found...best fit - no break-in period needed.
However, after ~350 high Sierra miles (much off trail - fishing trips mostly - pack weight ~35 pounds) the toe caps have separated from the boot (fixed twice now with epoxy but will need another shot of glue before going out again.)
Also, stitching at the front, toe-flex points has unraveled - had to re-stitch down again. Needs a better/more robust toe cap design.
Bottom line: A great boot initially but for $220 should last longer before falling apart.
Anderson Pass, High Uintas Wilderness
John Ross
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A great choice for rugged trails.
Outstanding, solid hiker.
Johnathan Rambo
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I have had a few pairs of these and what they lack in style they sure make up in comfort and durability. Wearing these boots is like wearing a pair of slippers. I love the fact that they slip on and envelope the foot providing cushion on all planes within the foot cavity. I think they are a very neutral boot, which is good for medium to narrow wearers. The vibram is sticky, the uppers hold together nice and I have never noticed wear on the tongue or around the top of the toe box. They felt pretty light to me, and had a really nice flex in the top of the toe box. allowing for a smooth roll of the metatarsals and phalanges. The lacing stays pretty tight and the laces stay knotted. I wear a size 10.5 in most footwear and I wear a 10.5 in these so I am going to say they are true to size which has been my experience with all Lowa footwear in the past.
Not at all waterproof
Pliny
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The second time I had these out in rain and snow they leaked quite badly. I felt it come in on the top of my foot. I would say the cloth gusset along side the tongue lets water in. Other than that they are a well constructed boot. This design flaw makes them worthless for me here in a rainy climate so I will return them.
Can't beat these boots! But beat these boots!
Joey Bowen
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These are great GP boots one of my trusted all around favorites, Lowa makes some of the best boots IMHO and are one of the few companies who bonds the soles in one piece, not glued then razor cut to remove excess glue, which is a major cause of sidewall tearing alot of people don't know that. If you want a general purpose boot that can handle anything pick these up (some of their high end models are made in Germany (:)
Lowa Renegade / Solid Boot
Steve Chapman
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Does It All
Steve Chapman
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I have the earlier version of the Renegade and it's my "go anywhere, do anything" boot. When I'm heading out and don't really know what to expect ... I wear these. If I'm on a mixed activity trip, packing light and don't have room in the duffle for more footwear ... I wear these. If I need a boot that can go from the trail to the pub ... I wear these. I'm sure you get the idea. The quality is very good, the fit is awesome and unlike some of my "high end" boots, these are comfortable right out of the box. The boot looks good too. In short ... it's the "jack of all trades and master of none" boot, which in my book is a "must have" piece of foot wear. Love em!
A great day or a light weekend hiking boots
Yung Lee
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This is Lowa's top selling boot, and for good reasons. You could be pushing these boots a bit if you are typically doing a serious through or section hiking through major trails, but it's a relatively light and easy to break-in boot that is perfect for the weekenders. The liner is lasted to the boot so everything feels smooth and seemless inside; the minute you step in, it's hard to believe a hiking boot can provide this much comfort. The monowrap construction of the midsole does a great job providing stability. I tore some ligaments in my ankle 4 months ago that I'm still recovering from, so the lateral stability of the boot helped me tremendously through a moderate 6 mile hike on my first day out with these boots. The derby lacing gives a great and snug wrap around your feet, and it's so easy to get in and out of the boots once they are untied. The outsole provides great traction as well, but they aren't "stiff" as the heavy duty hiking boots, so you do get a pretty direct feedback from uneven/rocky terrains (so definitely some pros & cons) - and I'd imagine the outsoles may not last very long because of this, but I'm just speculating at this point. As always, before deciding on any model, try them on and make sure they FIT right! Reviewers may say these run small or large, but that's based on their unique foot shapes which means they won't always apply to you. Some key tips for hiking boots:
1. make sure you lace them nice and tight (but you shouldn't feel any hotspots); when your boots are laced completely there should be no slack in the laces near the toe area
2. make sure your heels don't move up and down much as you walk
3. walk down a steep slope and ensure your toes aren't hitting the front.
Summary of 2&3: snug fit through the ankle, heel, and forefoot, and plenty of toe room
HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU!
I noticed that some of the Lowa Men's...
rro4883788
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I noticed that some of the Lowa Men's Renegade boots have different styles of loops above the boot heel. Some have a smaller thinner loop with "Renegade" written on it and others have a striped loop that looks more substantial. Are these two different year models of boots? I wondered if one has upgraded features from the previous year....or are they the same boot? Thanks.
Steve Chapman
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I have the version with the striped loop and it's probably the 2010 model. It's one model before the boot shown in the "official" picture of the boot on this website. The more telling feature in determining which model you're looking at is on the outside of the boot at the instep. If there is a molded plastic reinforcement, it's the latest version of the renegade.
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Purchased the Zephyr Mid half size up from...
Karl
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Purchased the Zephyr Mid half size up from my normal running shoe size and they fit perfectly. Definately want to get a pair of these (or the Lowa Renegade LL mid, non GTX for warmer temps). I presume ordering a half size up again will be the way to go? Any ideas on sizing?
Ryan Hamilton
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Sizes are usually pretty consistent throughout a manufacturers line of shoes/boots.
marp19128
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Normally wear a size 10 and the size seemingly fit me well, in the store. Unfortunately, after 300 Sierra miles I now have a black toenail from the pressure of these boots and wished I had bought a 1/2 size bigger.
Aces boot!
markskor
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Backpack Sierra often and bought these to replace some Vasque Clarions which fell apart. Usually carry ~35 - 40 pounds and go off trail. 35 days Yosemite and 140 miles this summer - miles of suncups, multiple water crossings and feet stayed dry/ nary a hot spot or blister with minimum break-in period prior.
Usually wear size 9 1/2 but on these, a size 10 fits better - thus 1/2 size larger?
Black boots look killer too -
Great boot and only con so far is cosmetic: There are two little, pewter/silver, rectangle, "gortex" badges, (one on the outside and slightly lower on each ankle - see picture above). After 100 or so most comfortable trail miles, looked down to see both badges now gone and leaving a small (but easily plug-able with snow seal?) hole on the outside of each boot.
Awesome boot for day hikes and rock scrambling
Alexander Sepulvida
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First off I LOVE Lowa boots, but that's just my preference, fit is everything when choosing boots. Anyway, I bought these because I wanted a day hiking boot that was supportive and relatively lightweight to replace my Vasque Breeze GTX's. I can't tell you how happy I am with these, they're lighter than the breezes, yet give way more support. I went on a 23 mile hike over two days, right out of the box and had hardly any issues, now that they're broken in, I have NO issues. I replaced the insoles for even more comfort and support. The Vibram sole is super grippy which is great for me cause I'm usually rock scrambling. My confidence in these boots has grown with each hike I do. So far no problems with the water proofing either. Yes they're expensive, but I paid about $150 for the breezes and they leaked within a year, but my backpacking boots are also from Lowa and they're still completely waterproof after several trips, I suspect these will be similar. As for backcountry use, I'd probably say once you strap on a 30- 40 lb pack, they wouldn't have the strength to handle rough terrain, but that's not what they're made for, look into the Lowa Ranger or Banff. Great job Lowa!
Good Boot
Derrick Eisele
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First impression getting these boots out of the box and I was pretty excited. Wore 'em around the house for a bit, and they felt great. About a year ago I had a major sprain in my ankle, that has still been giving me trouble. So I was looking for a hiking boot that would provide support and prevent roll overs, but I didn't want to feel like I was wearing a brace. Once they were properly moulded (after a couple wears) confidence on trails and rock has been excellent. I did order them in the same size as my snowboarding boots which in turn is a half size smaller then my everyday walking shoe. Overall, Good Boot!
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