These Award-Winning Hiking Boots Are 'Comfortable Right Out of the Box' and Are Now on Sale at REI in 5 Colors

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REI is fresh off a 4th of July sale that saw rare discounts on some of this summer's best outdoor gear, like The North Face's iconic six-person tent and even Yeti Coolers. While most products have now gone back up to full price, some of the deals are still live, including an REI award-winning pair of hiking boots that shoppers are rushing to pick up before they sell out.

The Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Hiking Boots are on sale for $191 at REI right now—a 25% discount on the normal $255 price. These boots are cherished by hikers, boasting north of 800 five-star ratings from shoppers who say they're "very comfortable right out of the box" and a spot among the top 3 bestselling hiking boot styles on REI's site. They're currently on sale in five great colors and come in sizes 7.5 to 15 with some wide widths available as well. 

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Hiking Boots in Sepia, $191 (was $255) at REI

These boots are made with a durable nubuck leather upper that's tough enough to stand up to scrapes from boulders and bark. It also has a thick Vibram rubber outsole that further displays its power, working in tandem with full-length nylon stabilizers to absorb impact and instill confidence among hikers when crossing any terrain. The best feature of Lowa's Renegade, though, is the waterproofing: Gore-Tex linings hide within the walls of these boots, delivering a truly waterproof construction while a second polyester lining keeps feet dry by allowing perspiration to escape from the inside.

There are many reasons why shoppers have and continue to swarm these hiking boots, but for many, it all comes down to comfort and support. "First day out of the box, I climbed Mt. San Gorgonio (20 miles, 5,500-foot elevation gain) with a friend," a shopper began. "They were comfortable, supported my ankles while bushwhacking, worked well for kicking steps in firm snow, and absorbed the impact of the rocky trail without issues…they performed remarkably well for not being broken in. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a boot this stiff that performs better."

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Hiking Boots in Deep Black, $191 (was $255) at REI

For others, it's simply the storied Gore-Tex waterproofing they're after. "Only wore them four times before leaving on a three-week hiking trip in Northern England and Scotland," a shopper said. "They were comfortable throughout and waterproof through the notorious rains and bogs of those areas. They also dried out quickly—always by the next morning. My first time trying Lowa boots and I'm very happy so far."

If you're looking to upgrade your hiking boots this summer for traversing tricky terrain, Lowa's award-winning Renegade GTX Mid needs to be in your sights while it's 25% off and still in stock—but that might not be for much longer.