Product Description
- From a short day hike to a weekend backpacking trip, this all-terrain shoe is phenomenally comfortable, supportive and cushioned.
- The Renegade II offers a lighter, sleeker, more supportive fit than its predecessor.
- Nubuck leather upper.
- Seamless, waterproof/breathable GORE-TEX® lining reduces hot spots.
- PU Monowrap® Frame reduces overall boot weight while retaining important lateral stability.
- Full-length nylon shank for added stability and support.
- Climate control footbed with comfort perforations to improve breathability.
- Vibram® Renovo outsole for improved grip and shock absorption.
- Made in Slovakia.
- Weight: 17 oz
- Product measurements were taken using size 8. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
Product Details
- Size: 13 D(M) US
- Color: Black/Black
- Brand: Lowa
- Model: RENEGADE II GTX LO
- Fabric type: leather
- Dimensions: .0" h x .0" w x .0" l, 4.00 pounds
Features
- Lightweight, Gore-Tex hiker for weekend backpacking or one-day hikes
- Lowa Control System manages moisture and helps eliminate blisters and hot spots
- Injected Monowrap midsole surrounds the foot with lightweight support
- Full-length nylon shank provides torsional support
From the Manufacturer
For close to 90 years, LOWA boots have been acclaimed by climbers, mountaineers and hikers as the finest outdoor boots in the world. Every LOWA boot is handcrafted in Europe, where they incorporate the elements of thoughtful design, superb materials, clean manufacturing processes and fair labor standards. When you own a pair of LOWAs, you can be confident that you're wearing authentic outdoor footwear that "walks the talk" when it comes to quality, performance and sustainability.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful.
By Jeremy Block
The short story of why I purchased these shoes tells you a lot about my expectations for them.
I had recently purchased a pair of the Lowa Renegade II GTX Mid hiking boots (the mid version of this shoe). I had tried them on at Paragon Sports in Manhattan and purchased them on the spot. From that moment forward I wore the shoes at least 3-5 times per week. They required zero break-in time, were lightweight yet miraculously supportive, and the curving up of the toebox area meant that you never see the obnoxious creasing in the leather. Those mid hikers are my standard shoe for anytime it gets slightly cool, any hiking, urban trekking, inclement weather (including snow and sleet) etc. You can also sometimes get away with wearing them at work or out to a decent dinner (use your best judgment.. sometimes I am a little under-dressed for things, but as a research scientist people let me get away with this).
Now, spring is here and summer is around the corner. The mids became such a go-to item for me that I wanted the lo ones for the rest of the year. I don't think I've ever been that impressed by a shoe to buy two versions of the same thing.
I looked around for sales and pretty much nobody ever has a sale on these shoes. Until, one day as I perused my Amazon wish list, I saw that the shoe gods had smiled upon me and put the black ones on sale for $139.99. Done. If you see these shoes for anywhere in the $150 range or under, buy them, it is that simple.
I've now been wearing them a few days and they are every bit as perfect as the mid hikers. Same fantastic quality, still zero break-in time, still breathable, still look good with almost everything, still waterproof, and still likely to last me 3-5 years.
Notes on fit:
- toebox is smaller than the typical wide toebox on most hikers. This smaller profile gives a more snug sneaker-like fit. If you have wide feet (mine are normal), you might find it a bit tight
- Length is regular. I wear a size 10 sneaker, and the 10's in these were perfect
- No rubbing, blistering, or hot spots. Kind of remarkable.
- Good for balanced foot-strikers. I slightly supinate and these are great, moderate arch support for mild overpronators, removable insert for those who have orthodics.
- because it is Goretex, the tongue is attached at the sides, this is great because it avoids that sideways tongue slipping you get sometimes with sneakers
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
By Doctor.Generosity
These are perfect. Not many things in life are perfect. I have a pair of older Lowa lightweight hikers which I've used and used. To replace them, I went to an outdoor store with a wide variety of brands. Tried them all on, etc. etc.. and on this open competition, ended up with another pair of Lowa! They just feel right to me, offer excellent support and are made of quality materials which last forever.
Hiking shoes are a lot more functional and better structured than regular shoes, so why not wear them all the time? The reason is that they often have garish designs which won't do in business meetings. These Lowa's are dignified in appearance; I can wear them to work. Finally, Lowa's are made in Slovakia, which I prefer to Asia - they seem to care more about details and workmanship.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
By Alatmac
Kinda pricey, but worth it. This is the only show I wear. I returned a pair to Lowa some time ago for a full refund when the rubber sole separated and split away from the leather. I bought a second pair which is now about 2 years old and starting to show some wear, but otherwise in great shape. I'm planning on wearing this newest pair for 2 to 3 years before replacing. I'd much rather spend $200 on a 3 year shoe than $50 on a 6 month shoe.
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