Crispi Nevadas or Lowa tibets?

[back country]

Looking at getting some new boots soon. I think I've narrowed it down to either the Crispi Nevadas or the Lowa Tibets. I plan to use these basically all year round: spring shed hunting, summer scouting, and backpack hunting. I've had the Kennetrek Mtn Extreme 400 and have been happy with them. The reason for the change is I've been wanting to try a pair of boots that don't go quite so far up my leg as the Mtn Extremes do, but I like the idea of having a boot with some insulation. With the Mtn Extremes I've been able to pretty well manage how hot my feet get by varying the thickness of socks I use depending on the season.

Anyone used either of these boots, or preferably both, and would be willing to share their opinion/experience?

 

[MuleyFever]

I am in the same boat. My Tibet's are getting old and I am either getting another pair or the Nevada's. I also may resole my Tibets. My experience with the Tibet's is they fit my feet absolutely perfect. I have never even had so much as a hot spot from them. It may just come down to what deals I can find when its time to buy.

 

[blackovis]

Looking at getting some new boots soon. I think I've narrowed it down to either the Crispi Nevadas or the Lowa Tibets. I plan to use these basically all year round: spring shed hunting, summer scouting, and backpack hunting. I've had the Kennetrek Mtn Extreme 400 and have been happy with them. The reason for the change is I've been wanting to try a pair of boots that don't go quite so far up my leg as the Mtn Extremes do, but I like the idea of having a boot with some insulation. With the Mtn Extremes I've been able to pretty well manage how hot my feet get by varying the thickness of socks I use depending on the season.

Anyone used either of these boots, or preferably both, and would be willing to share their opinion/experience?

The Crispi Nevada and the Lowa Tibet are both great boots but are also very different.

The Nevada is a boot that is stiff enough to haul heavy loads and tackle steep unforgiving terrain but not so stiff that feels awkward when the going is easier. It's not as stiff as the Kenetrek Mountain Extreme and breaks in MUCH faster. One of the most comfortable and versatile boots available. Also re-soleable if you ever wear it out. Insulation is equivalent to 200 grams in warmth but breathes and works with the Gore-Tex membrane very well compared to Thinsulate insulated boots. Sizing runs slightly wider than most European boots.


The Tibet for me is too stiff for all around use. It excels in steep terrain with heavy loads but otherwise feels more like a ski boot to me. Lowa boots tend to run more narrow than some others. Durability and quality are top notch. Stiffer than the Mountain Extreme.

If you want feel free to call me at 801-559-7556 next week and I can answer any questions you may have.

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[Jvco]

Do you find the Tibets to hot in the summer months? I'd like to get a pair for year round use in CO but have read they may be to hot in the summer.

 

[Jvco]

The Crispi Nevada and the Lowa Tibet are both great boots but are also very different.

The Nevada is a boot that is stiff enough to haul heavy loads and tackle steep unforgiving terrain but not so stiff that feels awkward when the going is easier. It's not as stiff as the Kenetrek Mountain Extreme and breaks in MUCH faster. One of the most comfortable and versatile boots available. Also re-soleable if you ever wear it out. Insulation is equivalent to 200 grams in warmth but breathes and works with the Gore-Tex membrane very well compared to Thinsulate insulated boots. Sizing runs slightly wider than most European boots.


The Tibet for me is too stiff for all around use. It excels in steep terrain with heavy loads but otherwise feels more like a ski boot to me. Lowa boots tend to run more narrow than some others. Durability and quality are top notch. Stiffer than the Mountain Extreme.

If you want feel free to call me at 801-559-7556 next week and I can answer any questions you may have.

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What do you recommend non-insulated for year round use?

 

[MuleyFever]

My Tibet's are not insulated, not sure why they would be too hot. I am in temps in the 90s with no issues. My concern with the Nevada's is that they would be too warm for summer with the insulation. I also don't find my Tibets too stiff. I wear my Tibet's on all my hiking, year round, mountains and flat land.

 

[Ebby]

I much prefer the Nevada for my feet. I used the Lowa's for a couple of years and hunted hard with them including a Dall hunt on the shale. They were fine in the heel but a little tight in the forefoot/toebox. The toe got crushed on some rock and collapsed. Lowa replaced them for free which was great but I bought the Crispi while I was waiting and I liked them better so I sold the Lowa's when they came back. I agree with above that they were more stiff and less comfortable when unloaded but handled a load very well.

The Nevadas have been on my feet for over 5 years now. Tight, narrow fit in the heel/ankle and provide a locked in feel to my ankles without any slipping or hot spots. The toebox is wider and more comfortable for my feet. Also more flexible and comfortable when unloaded but I never felt they were too flexible under a load and I've carried 125-130lbs off the mountain many times in them. I also wear mine year round in the heat turkey hunting and working in the summer. I did not notice much difference in the insulation versus the Tibet's. In the summer, my feet sweat but not so bad that I can't function. In the winter, I'm good when moving down to single digits but if I'm sitting in a tree and not moving, anything below 35 or so and my feet get cold.

Both are awesome boots. I just have a narrow heel/ankle/midfoot and a wider forefoot/toebox and the Crispi fit is much better for me and an overall more comfortable boot.

Lee

 

[GKPrice]

My Tibet's are not insulated, not sure why they would be too hot. I am in temps in the 90s with no issues. My concern with the Nevada's is that they would be too warm for summer with the insulation. I also don't find my Tibets too stiff. I wear my Tibet's on all my hiking, year round, mountains and flat land.

Also what I've found with the Tibet - When I first tried them on after nothing but Danner Pronghorns I was leary but it didn't take me long to fall in love with Lowa's - I've never spent even 5 minutes breaking in a pair either - Only high end boot I've ever hiked or hunted in though, I tried on a pair of Crispi's last year and they seem to be awesome

 

[back country]

Thanks for all the responses. Seems like, as usual, the boot of choice comes down to user preference and how well the boots fit their feet. Doesn't seem like I can go wrong with either. I've gotten used to and actually like the stiffness of my mtn extremes so I don't think the stiffness factor would be a downside at all if I went with the Tibets.

 

[Ross]

The Nevada is a great boot. Not as stiff as my kenne's, great ankle support, basically no break in time, waterproof and comfortable. If they fit your feet you will like themSee my review and pics from last year and the abuse they took.

 

[wasatchcomm]

i have lowa boots and they fit my foot very good
i tried the idaho and did not like the fit at all
i recently got a pair of the lowa baffin , they are leather lined and they are absolutely the most comfortable boot i have ever worn so far.
my first leather lined boot and now believe the hype on the LL boots.

 

[jaypope]

How does the Nevada & Tibet compare to the Zamberlan Lynx GTX or Leopard GTX? The Lynx is 10" tall & Leopard 7" tall fyi.
I'm a NC flatlander going on a DIY public land archery elk hunt this September in Montana & need to make a decision on boots.

I already own a pair of Zamberlan Leopards but they are slightly too long & I'm thinking about dropping down a half size or buying a 2nd boot & make the Zamb Leopards my back up boot.

Thoughts???


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[blackovis]

The Zamberlan's do tend to run long for most people including myself. Personally even if I go down a half size it feels too narrow.The Crispi boots fit very true to size for me and I wear a 10 in virtually every boot that Crispi makes. I find Lowa boots to be too narrow or tight for my liking. The Leopard and Lynx are both great boots, my one complaint being they don't have a rand to protect the leather.