Recommended for: Medium weight backpacking, rugged hiking, and small game hunting.At some point on your long trek, you may be shouting on the mountain tops how much you love these boots. This luxurious backpacking and hiking boot for women provides cushioning under the heel and ball of the foot, padding around the Achilles for comfort, and the advanced LOWA lacing system that reduces common friction points while hiking. Made on a women's-specific last.