Looking at the Kennetrek Hardscrabble Hikers..any thoughts

[Luked]

Looking to get a new pair of boots this year.
The Lowas I have used for the last 4 years have done well for me but I think the leather is starting to shrink some as they are really getting tight on my feet now.
So in looking for some thing new I know Kennetrek has a really good reputation, but like most all boots ill have to order something online to get them.
So was hoping to get some opinions from you all as this is one of a couple I am looking at trying, but is the one that is on the top of the list for me.
Have any of you used these and what were your thoughts on them.

Right off, there really isnt anything else in the Kennetrek line that I am interested in as they are mostly all tall boots which I am not a fan of personally.

 

[Jmartin]

I have a pair and they were my favorite boots until I tried the zamberlan Lynx. What size you looking for?

 

[BigDuckHunter]

I had a pair and hated them. To me, the sole is far too stiff for how low the top was. I ended up with the top moving around on my ankle and rubbing instead of the bottom flexing. Also, the rubber they use on the bottom—while durable—is too stiff to get very good grip. Especially when wet, I find them to be extremely slippery.

 

[feanor]

I’m wearing them right now. It took a bit to get them to break in and fit right. For me, I had to lace them really tight to get the heel to not slip. Now they are like a glove. I really like them.

 

[feanor]

Looking to get a new pair of boots this year.
The Lowas I have used for the last 4 years have done well for me but I think the leather is starting to shrink some as they are really getting tight on my feet now.
So in looking for some thing new I know Kennetrek has a really good reputation, but like most all boots ill have to order something online to get them.
So was hoping to get some opinions from you all as this is one of a couple I am looking at trying, but is the one that is on the top of the list for me.
Have any of you used these and what were your thoughts on them.

Right off, there really isnt anything else in the Kennetrek line that I am interested in as they are mostly all tall boots which I am not a fan of personally.

Btw which lowas were you wearing?

 

[Luked]

I have the Lowa Tibets in a 9.5