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Lowa Bora GTX QC Hiking Boots - Women's
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Lowa Bora GTX QC Hiking Boots - Women's

Item # 779947

$175.00

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Light on the scale but heavy on the features, the women's Lowa Bora GTX QC light-hiking boots supply waterproof protection, excellent support and comfort.

  • Split-grain leather and nylon mesh uppers deliver durability and breathability; external polyurethane frame design offers support and reduces need for extra internal padding
  • Gore-Tex® XCR® waterproof liners are seam sealed and breathable to keep feet completely dry and comfortable
  • Polyester mesh linings wick moisture away from your feet to keep them dry and comfortable
  • Padded ankles and tongues relieve pressure and add comfort; removable footbeds add cushioning and support underfoot
  • Polyurethane midsoles offer outstanding cushioning for all-day wear; full-length nylon shanks enhance torsional rigidity to protect and support feet
  • Lowa ''Cross'' rubber outsoles deliver excellent traction on all types of terrain

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 7.

Imported.

Item 779947

Lowa Bora GTX QC Hiking Boots - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleLight-hiking
CutMid
WaterproofYes
UpperSplit-grain leather/nylon mesh
LiningWaterproof breathable membrane/polyester
MidsolePolyurethane
SupportNylon shank
OutsoleRubber
Average weight29 ounces
Average weight - metric0.82 kilogram
GenderWomen's

Lowa Bora GTX QC Hiking Boots - Women's Customer Reviews

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Lowa Bora GTX QC Hiking Boots - Women's
 
4.7

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great traction (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

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      • Casual adventurer (3)

      Reviewed by 3 customers

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      Jun

      29

      2009

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Oh Comfort!

      By casual CA hiker

      from Bay Area, CA

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Great Traction
      • Stable
      • Waterproof
      • Water Resistant

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backcountry
        • Cold weather
        • Day hikes
        • Wet Weather

        Comments about Lowa Bora GTX QC Hiking Boots - Women's:

        I was looking for a somewhat light-weight pair of shoes with ankle support for a backpacking trip. This brand was recommended to me by a friend who is a lifelong Lowa consumer. I have narrow feet and had tried Merrell, Vasque, and Keen shoes before slipping into this bed of comfort.

        The shoes felt terrific right out of the box. There was no break in period, although I did wear it around the neighborhood a few times before taking it hiking.

        I've taken it on a day hike and backpacking. Lots of support for the backcountry and waterproof for our creek crossings (if you manage not to have water spill over the top and into your shoes). My muscles ached a bit after our trip, but my feet felt like they never left the bed at home. I hope these shoes last forever.

        My favorite feature of these shoes are... the shoelaces!! I've had so many shoes where the laces would come undone and I'd have to double knot them. I just tighten these shoes at the beginning of the day (single knot).. and they stayed nice and tight until I took them off.

        I normally wear size 7 but bought a 7.5 in these for wiggle room on downhill slopes.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Sizing:
        • Feels half size too small
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        25

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Best purchase I made for my backing trip

        By Pat J

        from Canby, OR

        About Me Casual/Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Ankle Support
        • Comfortable/No Break-In
        • Flexible
        • Great Traction
        • Sturdy/Durable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day Hiking
          • Heavy Loads
          • Long-Distance Hiking
          • Wet Conditions

          Comments about Lowa Bora GTX QC Hiking Boots - Women's:

          I absolutely love these boots. I had a pair of Vasque's but they were feeling too tight. Took them back to REI and they exchanged them for the Lowa's - no hassle. I couldn't be happier. I had only a week to wear them before backpacking down to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and back up again. So, I had basically no "break in period". The boots were amazing. My feet never bothered me - no blisters. Very comfortable. I will recommend them to everyone.

          • Gift:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          6

          2009

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Satisfied customer

          By seattlegirl

          from Seattle, WA

          About Me Casual/Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Ankle Support
          • Comfortable/No Break-In
          • Great Traction
          • Sturdy/Durable
          • Water Resistant

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Day Hiking
            • Light Loads
            • Wet Conditions

            Comments about Lowa Bora GTX QC Hiking Boots - Women's:

            My Merrell Sirens are wearing down (after two years) so I decided it was time to get a real hiking shoe. I'd been eyeing the German made Lowa Bora for awhile but thought they were too expensive. I tried on at least a dozen other brands. Keens are too wide and stubby for my feet. I tried the Merrell Chameleons (Gortex) but they felt heavy after a 4 mile hike. A fellow hiker suggested I go for the stability of a boot so I splurged and got the Bora's.

            At first I thought the outside brace was a little weird, but after wearing them I found they provided great lateral support and kept my feet from over pronating. They're comfortable enough to wear without a break in period. I tested them on a six mile hike (Burrough's Trail - Mount Rainier)and never got a single blister. This is a hefty looking boot that is surprisely lightweight and kept my feet cool. Unlike Merrell's, they don't stuff the shoe with excessive padding. I was also happy with the tread which gripped the trail well. Those Germans know how to make quality product.

            My foot's narrow at the heel and wider at the toes and these fit me well. If you have wide feet and are tempted to buy them, go into the store and try them on first.

            I've still got a few hikes left this summer and I'm hoping these boots will keep me happy. I can't wait to cross a few streams in them.

            • Gift:
            • No
            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size, Feels true to size

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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