Recommended for: Lower elevation mountaineering, ice climbing, and heavy winter backpacking.
The ALPINE EXPERT II GTX balances comfort with durability to create a walkable mountaineering boot ideal for ice and mixed climbing in lower elevations. Its durably waterproof/breathable GORE-TEX lining protects feet from the elements and sports a softer, easier ankle flex designed for uphill travel. Compatible with automatic crampons.
Upper
Mountaineering Split Leather, Microfiber
Lining
GORE-TEX®, PrimaLoft® 400g
Insole
Insulate Pro Alu-Coated w/ Fleece
Midsole
DuraPU®, Automatic crampon (C3) compatible
Outsole
VIBRAM® ALP TRAC® ICE
Weight
905g / Single Shoe
Country of Origin
Italy
GORE-TEX
Guaranteed waterproof footwear.
Primaloft®
Ultimate warmth-to-weight thermal efficiency.
Vibram
Premium outsoles for active footwear.
Upper Technology
2-ZONE LACING
Independently adjustable lacing zones, on forefoot and upper, allow
user to customize the lacing tension.
FIT WING
The
shell-like construction of the sole envelops and secures the foot to
provide optimal fit.
ROLLER EYELETS
Metal
eyelets with small rollers minimize friction and equalize tension.
SLINGSHOT
Rubber rand
secures heel to prevent lift while front pointing.
VERY STIFF
We build
our boots with varying degrees of flexibility depending on intended
use.
X-LACING®
Metal stud
works with laces, reducing unwanted tongue movement and pressure
points.
Underfoot Technology
CLIMBING ZONE
Flat rubber
in toe area improves contact with rock.
CLOSE-TO-THE-GROUND
A low
profile midsole for weight reduction and increased sensitivity.
CLOSE-TO-THE-ROCK
Reduced
midsole in toe area increases sensitivity to rock.
SHOCK ABSORBER
High
density PU insert under heel cushions without compromising midsole
rigidity.