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Jul 31, 2012 at 7:17 pm #1292509
Anyone have recommedations for light weight mountaineering boots? I currently wear a pair of Asolo Triton boots that I like quite a bit, with the exception of their lack of durability (which many folks have commented on). I don't actually do any serious mountaineering, just non-technical peak bagging and backpacking. Nevertheless, I'm getting older and the feet (like the boots) are wearing out a bit, so I like a really stiff sole and the good support that boots like the Triton provide; most of the so-called heavy back-packing boots don't quite cut it for me. So any favorites comparable to the Tritons?
Jul 31, 2012 at 9:39 pm #1899039La Sportiva Trango S (the red ones). The go-to lightweight mountaineering boot.
Jul 31, 2012 at 10:55 pm #1899068the new scarpa boots maverick gtx or rebel gtx. for non waterproof boots look at garmont vetta and garmont icon
Aug 1, 2012 at 6:53 am #1899124also look at the salewa ms mtn trainer mid and the ms rapace. there are a lot of boots out there that will fit your discription, the real issue is finding the boot that fits your foot. if going the mail-order route, order boots in multiple sizes from various manufacturers.
Aug 2, 2012 at 11:54 pm #1899769If you're not front-pointing then the LS Trango S Evo is definitely the go, if it fits you. LS are generally narrow-ish in the forefoot.
Aug 3, 2012 at 4:21 am #1899792I'm still using a pair of LS Trango Plus (all leather) from the past century (resoled twice). If the new Trangos are half as good as mine I would recommend them. But if you really want to find your perfect match you need to drive to a place with many options and spend whatever time you need trying every model they have, several sizes per model, forget about mental preferences and let your feet decide. I spent two days in Madrid (3,5h drive from my home) and it was worth it.
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