Description of Scarpa Summit GTX Mountaineering Boot - Men's:
Lace up the Scarpa Men's Summit GTX Mountaineering Boot for a summer ascent of Mt. Rainier, winter ice and mixed climbing, or spring expeditions to remote peaks. This all-season boot features a Gore-Tex Duratherm lining for full protection and insulation from harsh mountain weather. The Summit's heel and toe welts fit all crampon styles, and an articulated, padded ankle section gives you flexibility without compromising support. When you hit rocky sections, the Vibram sole and rubber rand give you added grip.
Bottom Line: A single boot for all your mountain adventures.
These boots get the job done. The boots have a rigid shank yet will flex enough in the ankle to allow for a relatively easy approach. These boots fit my wide feet much better than the La Sportiva Trango. These boots are extremely tough and fit Petzl Vasak step in crampons well. I'm happy with this purchase.
I have always figured that people who have enough time to write a review aren't getting out, but its raining here today, so what the hell. I have wide duck feet and scarpas fit me perfectly and they have been my footwear of choice for over 20 years. These new summit gtx's are amazingly light and nimble. I actually climbed a short 5.8 with them and they are great on ice.
My buddies have always had trouble keeping up, but now they will only be watching my ass high above them.
