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- Three widths available
- Waterproof, breathable leather
- Rated for off-trail hiking and heavy backpacking loads
- Excellent traction
- A bit heavy (51 oz. per pair)
- Might need breaking in
- Not the best for those with narrow feet
- Expensive
The Lowa Banff Lady, now discontinued except in a wide width, may still be available at some retailers. It's a mid-weight, ankle-high hiking boot that's not only made on a women's last (with a men's version also available), but also comes in three widths. The Lowa Banff Lady hiking boots are also notable for their seamless all-leather construction -- water-repellent but more breathable than hiking boots that use a synthetic membrane. Most say fit is great for most women, but a few users with very narrow feet may prefer the Lowa Renegade GTX (*Est. $200) for less heel slippage.
The trend in hiking boots is toward lighter weight and waterproof membranes -- and away from classic all-leather mid-weight hiking boots like the Lowa Banff and Lowa Banff Lady. However, we found quite a few owner-written reviews that appreciate the extra breathability and durability of the Lowa Banff Lady, as well as its options for a good fit. We found the most owner-written reviews at Zappos.com and Backcountry.com, but reviews at Trailspace.com are also useful.
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1. Zappos.comDetails/Subscribe
About 20 women rate and review the Lowa Banff Lady hiking boots here, giving them near-perfect ratings overall. However, not every woman finds them comfortable, especially in the toe area.
Review: Lowa Banff Lady Reviews, Editors and contributors to Zappos.com
2. Backcountry.comDetails/Subscribe
About a dozen women review the Lowa Banff Lady hiking boot here, giving it high average ratings. Some find it comfortable out of the box, while others say it requires a careful break-in period. One complains of poor quality.
Review: Lowa Banff Lady Reviews, Contributors to Backcountry.com
More than a dozen men and women rate and review their respective versions of the Lowa Banff hiking boots here, praising the fit, comfort and rocker-sole design. One woman notes that the boots can be heat-molded to your feet -- but only by a trained salesperson.
Review: Lowa Banff Reviews, Editors and contributors to Trailspace.com
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