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Feels true to size | 82% (31 reviews) | |
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Feels true to width | 94% (30 reviews) | |
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
I am very insistent on having boots with good traction. Considering the rocky terrain most of my hikes pass through, surefootedness is a must. Most boots nowadays have Vibram ® treads, and in my opinion, that just isn't good enough. These boots have RUBBER treads and they stick to slick rock CONSIDERABLY better than anything else.
These boots are also comfortable - they fit me like a glove - and that is just as important as good traction.
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
Great boot, I would definetly buy again.
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
Love these boot feel just as comfortable as the first time I wore them haven't changed a bit!
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
I completed a 500-mile Camino across Spain in these boots. In hot and dry conditions, which was about half of the journey, these boots were an absolute pleasure. The break in was minimal. While I did get blisters, I only received two over my whole journey, and those occurred within the first days.
Once I was farther North, the weather turned cold and wet. I did use waterproofing, but it will never work quite like Gore-Tex or eVent. I do not have a problem hiking in wet boots, but it was inconvenient. the real issue with these boots is wet-weather traction. even a slightly wet surface causes these boots to lose grip. Toward the very end, I was slipping and sliding my way over rocky paths, and that was just dangerous.
All told, the boots performed as advertised.
My only major complaint was that these boots did not make it more than 500 miles. I had worn completely through the sole into the air cushion by the end, making the last 50 or so miles very hard on my knees.
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
These boots were the end of my year long quest to find good boots. I spent a long time, and a lot of money, trying to find boots for everyday wear, duty wear, hiking / backpacking etc. These are wonderful, as I have narrow long feet and they fit perfectly. The insole that came with them was useless, and I immediately swapped it for some orange Superfeet insoles which is working great. I have worn these every day, as well as on a 20 mile weekend backpacking trip with a 40lb pack or moderate terrain. I have also hiked many miles in the desert in a law enforcement capacity wearing about 50lbs of gear, and they worked flawlessly. What I liked about these is that they're not waterproof. Yes, I said NOT waterproof. It's easy to take breathable boots and make them waterproof with Gortex socks, but you cannot take a waterproof boot and make them breathable. Sorry, isn't possible.
My only complaint is that they're not treated with any animicrobial coating on the inside. They quickly acquire a funky smell. These boots smell worse than my gym shoes, and started smelling after my first day of wear. I put dryer sheets in them every night and that seems to be helping for the time being. But, because of the difficulty I've had with finding good boots, I'll deal with the smell.
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
I am purchasing my third pair of Lowa Zephyr's. These boots are amazing. I wear them everyday in every type of environment possible and still have not been disappointed in the boots. Everything from daily wear, to short rucks to extremely long rucks. Finished selection a few months ago and was rucking around 15 miles a day with 70lb on and not once did I receive blisters or hot spots. You cant go wrong with the Zephyr brand as a whole.
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
I use these carrying a heavy load over varied terrain. They are not as supportive as my Asolo Fugitives but that's not really a fair comparison. I did put some Superfeet insoles in them and it helped a lot with the added support. I got these as a supplement to my Fugitives as a lighter weight non-Gortex option and these have not disappointed! I highly recommend these to anyone who wants to move fast over varied terrain.
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
I've put about 50 miles on these so far and haven't had any issues. They break in very fast, and are decently water-repellant out of the box. They're very lightweight, and I haven't had any problems with the laces so far like other reviewers have said.
I've been carrying 80-100 pounds with these boots and they've held up well for the first month.
If you're wearing these for work, you should know that they are 6-inch boots if you have any height requirement for your boots from your employer.
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Delivery was 2 days slower than originally projected. I had to drive to the REI store and purchase another pair because they wouldn't have made it to me in time for my trip.
Thanks for your 100% satisfaction guarantee. I was able to return the unused pair back to the store.
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
Six month review update. These boots are still going strong, no sign of wear yet. No issues with laces as some others have had. No issues with water resistance; I didn't buy them for that. It's great to not worry about my feet or footwear. Very well made, very comfortable, still 100% satisfied.
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Comments about Lowa Zephyr Desert Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:
Bought these boots, took them to Yosemite NP for three days, then on a 30 day backpacking trip to Australia and not once did I have sore feet, blisters or any kind of foot pain. Awesome boots!
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