User Review: Lowa Banff (Scout)

Lowa Banff
Above: The current Banff, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed February 7, 2008 by FJ

Rating:
Break-in Period: Quick Break In
Price Paid: $185

I have relied on this boot for seven years now. The same boot used to be called the Scout. I have two pairs one lined with calfskin the other with Gore-tex. Both have been resoled by Dave Page in Seattle ( http://www.davepagecobbler.com/ ) and are still going strong.

If Lowas fit your feet you can not find a better boot. I love Scarpas but the Lowa Scout/Banff fits me perfectly and they are tough reliable performers. I particularly like the stability and firm footing in loose or otherwise challenging terrain/conditions.

I use these boots in the Canyonlands of Utah, mountains in the Sierras and Cascades. Anywhere I need solid support and traction when I am carrying a load I use these boots. Yet they are still relatively flexible and light compared to other backpacking boots. I use these boots for day hiking as well knowing that I will be prepared for whatever the trail or terrain throws at me.

The Renegade GTX mentioned by the other reviewer is what I would classify as a dayhiking shoe (it can not be resoled by the way). It is fine for moderate day hiking. However for serious backpacking and offtrail routes a more robust boot is called for. In short being prepared for whatever terrain and conditions you may encounter the Lowa Banff is as good as it gets in an all around boot.

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Campmor 3 purchase options:	Men's Banff Backpacking Boot	$179.97	Buy Now
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