Question about LOWA

[quent]

So, i had a pair of rangers that were small in a sz 9D and i just got a pair of tibets in 9.5D and my toes are still hitting the top of the toe box. Do i really have to go to a 10? i just bought a pair of cabelas meindl alaskan hunters in 9 and fit great. i'm just about to say screw lowa.

 

[Jason Snyder]

If they don't fit don't wear them. That's why one brand of boot rarely works for all types of people.

 

[handwerk]

Would the wide in a lowa help you?
I know when I bought my tibets I had to have the wide or I had troubles.

 

[quent]

the width is fine. its just that my toes keep jamming the front. i normally wear a 10 in shoes and 9.5 in boots. and most germany boots i wear a 9. its just crazy. really wish there was some where close that sold lowa. god damn internet.

 

[Huntin wv]

Recently bought a pair of Tibet GTX. The place I ordered them from recommends sizing down a half size for these, which I did (12 to 11.5). So far they seem to fit well.

 

[PantherCity]

I have some renegades that seem to run small and some caminos that fit true to size

 

[Jason Snyder]

the width is fine. its just that my toes keep jamming the front. i normally wear a 10 in shoes and 9.5 in boots. and most germany boots i wear a 9. its just crazy. really wish there was some where close that sold lowa. god damn internet.

Jamming the front because the boots are too short? In your original post you said they hit the top of the toe box, as in it was too shallow.

I wear the same size Lowa as I do Salomon running shoe, I haven't found their sizing to be quirky at all.

 

[quent]

Jamming the front because the boots are too short? In your original post you said they hit the top of the toe box, as in it was too shallow.

I wear the same size Lowa as I do Salomon running shoe, I haven't found their sizing to be quirky at all.

yeah i worded it wrong i guess. my bad. haven't tried solomons so i cant compare.

 

[GotDraw?]

Why get hung up on whatever "size" the boot says it is?

Lasts are different sizes/conformations between manufacturers. If you need a bigger boot from a manufacturer, and that boot fits, wear it.

 

[AdamW]

In my last boot purchase I learned sizing really is 100% dependent on your foot and the brand of boot. I ended up with a brand of boot I hadn't intended on buying because they fit better than anything else. According to the Lowa site, there are 3 vendors within 25 miles of CO Springs that sell Lowa. Might not be same model boot, but might give you a better idea of their overall fit. I found Scarpa to feel really small on my foot than other brands. All personal depending on person's foot.

 

[Jason Snyder]

Why get hung up on whatever "size" the boot says it is?

Lasts are different sizes/conformations between manufacturers. If you need a bigger boot from a manufacturer, and that boot fits, wear it.

Agreed. If you need a bigger boot for it to fit right and that's the kind you want, who cares?

 

[quent]

Why get hung up on whatever "size" the boot says it is?

Lasts are different sizes/conformations between manufacturers. If you need a bigger boot from a manufacturer, and that boot fits, wear it.

because I have to order it online and instead of ordering a pair and sending it back I'd rather just get it right the first time. I'm not caught up on the boot size or anything its the fact that I just don't want to play the shipping game over and over.

In my last boot purchase I learned sizing really is 100% dependent on your foot and the brand of boot. I ended up with a brand of boot I hadn't intended on buying because they fit better than anything else. According to the Lowa site, there are 3 vendors within 25 miles of CO Springs that sell Lowa. Might not be same model boot, but might give you a better idea of their overall fit. I found Scarpa to feel really small on my foot than other brands. All personal depending on person's foot.

yeah that's pretty inaccurate for the most part. the one shop that did carry them is discontinuing all boots to make room for more gun racks. the other places just have the renegade or similar boots.

 

[IChaseCoues]

I got a pair of the Cevedales from L&S. After trying them for a while they were just too short and are being swapped for a pair of Tibet LL's a full size larger. I normally wear a 9.5 boot but the Tibets ordered are a 10.5. They should be here soon so I'll try to report back on sizing soon.

 

[Kotaman]

I am a LOWA fan big time, but the Tibet is just one boot that I couldn't get to fit my foot. Awesome boot, it just wouldn't work for me. After 30 some pair of mountain boots my "go to" boot is the Lowa Bighorn, followed closely by the Lowa Hunter. The Tibet seems to run a bit smaller than the rest of the line.

 

[GibsonKuenzi]

because I have to order it online and instead of ordering a pair and sending it back I'd rather just get it right the first time. I'm not caught up on the boot size or anything its the fact that I just don't want to play the shipping game over and over.

This is why I never order boots online unless I can try them on in a store first. I find Lowas true to size

 

[GotDraw?]

Hi Quent,

I own multiple Lowas. They make a great boot, but their lasts may or may not create the best boot fitment for you. Keep an open mind RE other manufacturers/models.

Forget "getting it right the first time" by ordering on line.

Ordering serious backcountry boots by simply relying on the size stated is probably not one of the wisest decisions you can make. You may be able to get away with this for lightweight gym shoes or cheap dress shoes; however, high quality/stiff hiking boots are an entirely different animal (pun intended). It would be naïve to think you can order this type of footgear unseen/untried and expect the best fit in one shot. Hell, guys spend hours in stores trying on actual boots before finding the "perfect" fit, only to sometimes still be disappointed with their formerly "perfect" boots after putting real miles on them. Finding perfect boots is worse than dating for God's sake... and there is no upside to it.

1) Every human has a unique foot shape *and* expectations for boot fitment. What one man finds to be his perfect fit will be another's torture. This is even true between top quality boot brands/models.
2) The size printed on a boot is simply an approximate guide at best, because:
a) ALL manufacturers have their own boot lasts (forms/shapes)... this can differ substantially even between models of boots within one manufacturer.
b) Your feet may swell in hot weather or after miles of hiking. Thus, a boot that fits when you're rested and cool may be a blister maker once you're hot and exhausted.
3) I guarantee you that plenty of Rokslide members have boots gathering dust in closets that just don't fit as well as others, despite trying on those actual boots in the store. I sure do. AND, I have boots that are different sizes from different maker that fit me.
4) I also guarantee you a lot of Roksliders who will encourage you NOT to waste your time with mail order. That is, unless you want to pay for and order in a bunch of different makes/models and a range of sizes so you can have your own fitment day at your house. Then return the rest.

If you truly want the best shot at getting good fit from the get-go. Then, from the land of "do as I say, not as I do...", why not consider getting in touch with Lathrop? You can send them tracings of your feet and let them help you. Yes, you will pay for the boot. But, you will literally save hours of time and hassle. Or, you could post a wanted ad on the forum looking for used boots that don't fit other Roksliders ;-) I bet you'd have a TON of responses!

Seriously though, figure out how to get to a couple of decent stores and try a bunch of boots from different manufacturers or reach out to Lathrop. Be sure to bring your light/medium and heavy hiking socks.

***REALIZE THAT YOUR BEST BOOT MIGHT NOT FEEL THAT WAY AS SOON AS YOU PUT IT ON***

Serious boots can be seriously stiff out of the box. Thus, they will not begin to lace up/tension properly until broken in.

Feel free to pm me w/questions

Best,

JL

 

[quent]

yeah, i'm tracking on how to fit boots. I just wanted to give Lowa a shot since everyone preaches their name. Ended up going to Cabela's and getting the old Cabela's Meindl Alaskan hunter model. Not bad for 250. The Meindls fit me very well and already have about 35 miles on them. I just worry they may to much boot with the 200g thinsulate. the Lowas fit its just that my toes jam and I don't even notice till i'm going down a steep decline. Other then that they fit like a glove. But yeah. No more online. To much of a pain in the ass. Thanks for the insight though. I always enjoy talking boots with people.

 

[Jason Snyder]

If your toes jam into the end of the boot, they don't fit period. Just because a lot of people like them certainly doesn't mean they will fit your feet or work for you.

 

[quent]

holy s!@t dude... I know. that's why i went with the Meindls...

 

[Jason Snyder]

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holy s!@t dude... I know. that's why i went with the Meindls...

Well, you are the one who complained of your toes hitting the ends of the boots and then ask if you really needed a bigger size.

Glad you like the Meindls.