User Review: Lowa Banff

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

Reviewed May 9, 2009 by Bb

Rating:
Materials: leather
Use: rough trail heavy pack
Break-in Period: long time 5 weeks everyday or more
Weight: NA size 14w
Price Paid: $179

These boots are tough. Has taken 5 weeks everyday wearing in very wet and dirty conditions to break in. I wear size 14 wide and they fit well but a little weak in the ankle. They take quite a while to break in.

The vibram rubber sole doesn't grip well on slippery surfaces, but all in all if this boot is well maintained it should last. The leather inside makes for a smooth feeling when putting them on first thing.

As for long hikes, this boot can be very rough on the foot at the end of the day. I would bring something else to wear around camp to relieve my feet in the evening. These boots are great for long hiking, but I would make sure that the seams inside don't chafe the top of you foot or ankle.

These boots need some break in time but can hold the test of the PCT. I would not break in these boots on the trail or in the city. After treating the leather, I have worked in very cold water for several hours and socks were totally dry.

Not the most insulated boot, but I got these boots for hiking not total snowy conditions. Great boot, just need some love before hitting the trail..

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