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Lowa Tanark

Lowa Tanark

Average Rating: rated 3.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 10 Trailspace users

Description

The Tanark is a hiking boot made by Lowa. It has an average rating of 3.5 stars (out of 5), based on 10 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From US Outdoor Store:
"Description of Lowa Tanark Mid Boots - Women'sLOWA's classic backpacking boots are made for on- and off-trail use with heavy 50- to 60- pound packs for extended trips in the backcountry. Handcrafted construction, the finest leathers, Vibram outsoles, and"

From Sierra Trading Post:
"CLOSEOUTS . Built with the support you need for carrying a heavy pack, Lowa Tanark mid backpacking boots work on- and off-trail and offer unique SPS (Supination, Pronation Support) midsole technology. C4 tongue system with an anatomically contoured fit for natural flex and comfort. Nubuck uppers Cordura(R) nylon collar for abrasion-resistance Leather and synthetic lining Removable climate controlled footbed Vibram(R) rubber outsole Polyurethane midsole for shock absorption and extra cushioning Height: 5” Weight: 2 lb. 15 oz. pr. Medium width CLOSEOUTS . Germany. Runs large, order size smaller. Visit our Hiking Footwear Guide"

From Massey's:
"Handcrafted in Germany. LOWA's classic backpacking boots are made for on- and off-trail use with heavy 50- to 60- pound packs for extended trips in the backcountry. Handcrafted construction, the finest leathers, Vibram outsoles, and SPS (Supination, Pronation, Support) midsole technology, are just some of the reasons why LOWA is the boot of choice for rugged, off-trail adventure. New! Updated styling on this all-around hiker. Lightweight, reliable boot for extended hiking and backpacking - on and off trail. Upper in Hydrophobic Nubuk leather with Cordura comfort collar Glove leather lining Vibram Anaconda sole unit (supinationpronation support) SPS system for cushioning support and optimum stabilization of the foot. Recommended by Outward Bound Wilderness LOWA Tanark scores a "perfect 10" with Backpacker. Turns "a bumbling, stumbling guy into a sure-footed mountain goat ..." -Backpacker Magazine."

From Backcountry Outlet:
"Stuff your pack with a week's worth of food, pull on your LOWA Men's Tanark Backpacking Boots, and head into the backcountry. These boots can handle your 60-pound backpack, even when you go off-trail. The uppers are made of water-resistant leather with an interior leather lining, hug your feet, and break in quickly. Vibram outsoles take you over scree fields, wet rocks, tree branches, and wherever else you want to go. LOWA constructed the Tanark's midsoles to correct your step, whether you tend to pronate or supinate."

User Reviews

rated 2 of 5 stars Men's Tanark
Reviewed by howler, Aug 02, 2007

"The fit in these boots was a little too tight for me even though I am a C width. Once I adjusted socks and laces I fell in love with the fit. They are great on day hikes, short overnighters and when I work on my feet all day.

With that said, why do I rate them only 2 stars? They leak and the leather soaks up water like a sponge."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Tanark
Reviewed by Jay Gourley, Apr 22, 2007

"Like most other reviewers I found this boot's strongest point to be its fit. I was surprised by the previous reviewer who said his food is wider than normal because my feet are narrow for a man and the Tanark is the best fitting boot I've ever tried on and the only well fitting men's boot."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Tanark
Reviewed by Don Ellis, Apr 03, 2007

"I've had two pairs of Tanarks. They are the most comfortable boots I've had in over 50 years of hiking and mountaineering. I love the feel of the leather lining.

Like other reviewers, I've found that Tanarks were impossible to waterproof and far from durable."

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rated 2 of 5 stars Men's Tanark
Reviewed by Daryl, Feb 09, 2007

"Ordered from Backcountry which had a good price for last year's model. After reading another review about the boots leaking, I was hopeful that I could waterproof the gussets but when I got the boots I found that they were made of nylon and not leather."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Tanark
Reviewed by Dave WA Cascades, Oct 09, 2005

"These were 5 stars for me cause of the imediate perfect fit. I have wide feet and on a lark I tried on the display model @ REI (they looked way too narrow) and they fit like a glove. I bought two pairs eventually (on closeout) and have been happy with their ability to grip and abrasion resistance."

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rated 2 of 5 stars Tanark
Reviewed by Steve, Aug 16, 2004

"I loved the fit and feel of the boots and they required very little break-in time. Unfortunately the boots fell apart after a very short period of time. Basically the small piece of rubber that is stitched part way up the heel for flexibility blew out. I was disheartened with this lack of quality and won't bother with Lowa again."

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rated 2 of 5 stars Tanark
Reviewed by Fred In Colorado, Jul 28, 2004

"The fit is fantastic, the boot wears well. I have had two pairs--on the first pair the sole delaminated; Lowa honoured the warranty and they were replaced. (This was after a summer of moderate-heavy use. ) But--the boot leaks like crazy! Both pairs, two different production batches, leaked at the bottom of the tongue."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Tanark
Reviewed by Tom Reed, Apr 06, 2004

"I bought these after chewing up my left ankle with Limmer Lightweights on the Milford Track. The glove leather lining of the heel section was a real selling point, part of what is generally a glove-like fit made possible by the to-toe lacing system."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Tanark
Reviewed by Ssteelma, Sep 22, 2002

"Easy break in...2 days at work. Then did 11 and 9 mile hikes with no problem.

Leather is waterproof for the time being (did the stream test yesterday). Tounge gussets are nylon cloth, could be waterproof....."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Tanark
Reviewed by Bob Phillips, Nov 17, 2001

"felt great right out of the box. for light and fast trips these are great boots. traction superb and control in the rough great. for heavier loads i would probably wear my heavier boots (limmer lightweights), but for daytrips with minimal loads these are one good way to go. good-looking also with an old school style."

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