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Dynafit ZZero 4 C-TF Alpine Touring Boot
You'll be stoked your Dynafit Zzero 4 C-TF Alpine Touring Boots weigh just over six pounds when you're halfway to your next destination on the Haute Route hut tour. These tough, yet nimble AT boots stay light and ski hard. Touted as the lightest four-buckle on the market, the Zzero 4 C-TF boots grant featherlight uphills and rewarding downhills. Carbon fiber in the instep and Powerstringer efficiently transfers energy to your glides as you hike and hold firm during sketchy descents. The Zzero C-TF Boot's Pebax tongue flexes smoothly and consistently as you pass your skin track on the way back down, and Dynafit's lightweight, thermo-moldable Multiform liner insulates your foot so your toes don't end up frozen at the end of your hikes.
Bottom Line: The Dynafit Zzero 4 C-TF Alpine Touring Boot saves plenty for the downhill.
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I currently have Scarpa Spirit 4's which cause incredible
I currently have Scarpa Spirit 4's which cause incredible pain in both my insteps, so I am hunting for a replacement. I have a high instep with D width foot. How would this boot compare? I am getting a wee bit gun shy about dropping 6-7 Franklins on boots that I am unable to use. Any sage advice would be greatly appreciated. Also, my Spirit 4's are 28 mondo. I understand that this boot tends to run big so with a 9 -9.5 foot should I figure on the 27 or 27.5?
By: tim2841840
53 minutes ago
Perfect All-Around AT Boot
By: Jonathan S. Shefftz
August 29, 2009
I think this is the best all-around AT boot on the market.
By that I mean in the range of around seven pounds -- anything lighter and skiing performance starts to suffer; anything heavier and skiing performance makes no difference for a skilled skier in backcountry conditions yet the weight penalty will slow down anyone, no matter the physical fitness level.
But of course the boot has to fit you. Will it? Some detailed info here:
http://www.wildsnow.com/articles/boot-measure/backcountry-sk
Personally, I appreciated the relatively long interior length relative to the boot sole length, as I was able to downsize into a 26 mondo / 296 bsl, which saved me some weight and also enhanced off-trail scrambling.
Compared to other boots in its weight category, it's a bit stiffer fore/aft, and a lot more precise laterally. My only complaint is that I wish the boot were about 1cm taller. My only significant mod has been to add a Booster Strap during the winter (which I remove for the spring & summer).
(Pic attached is of the first day out -- over 7,000 vertical with lots of steep traversing skintracks yet no blisters.)
Does anyone know waht the boot sole length of a 28 Mondo is?
Does anyone know waht the boot sole length of a 28 Mondo is?
By: Keith
October 29, 2009
odd color
By: Anonymous
October 23, 2007
I went to the retail store and tried on a lot AT boots. I was looking for the lightest & flexiest boot for climbing and yet a boot that would lock down and feel like an Alpine boot on the decent.
This the boot that won out. I've skied it several days and it's pretty much perfect. You'll have to get the liner heat molded for comfort, but it's well worth it.
My skiing background is rooted pretty firmly in racing - I'm
My skiing background is rooted pretty firmly in racing - I'm used to boots that flex like bricks. Obviously the criteria for an AT boot is far different than a racing boot, but I'm looking for an AT boot that skis stiff and that will put up with my beatings. Is this the boot I want to look long and hard at, or are there others worthy of attention?
A quick question as to fit. Is heat molding the liner enough? Is there enough plastic for a bit of grinding and or blowing out?
THanks
By: Jed
October 18, 2009
Check these out: http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Black-Diamond-Factor-
By: Alexander Klivecka
October 19, 2009
Green Machine!
By: Mike Traslin
February 2, 2009
I come from an alpine ski race and freestyle ski background and these boots fit my low volume foot well.
Finally a ski touring boot light enough for the up with out compromising the downhill performance!
has anyone skied both the Carbon powerstringer/4 buckle and the
has anyone skied both the Carbon powerstringer/4 buckle and the NON-carbon version? wondering if there's a significant difference with stiffness?
thanks.
By: cameron lawson
March 27, 2009
Hi Cameron-
The non carbon version is actually five grams lighter and you would notice some additional lateral rigidity but the forward flex is just about the same.
Cheers.
By: jason telford
May 29, 2009
Sweet boots
By: Alpine331
January 16, 2008
Just bought these boots based on a recommendation of a friend who reviewed them last year (http://doglotion.com/touring-boot-review-dynafit). Have skied 6 days at the resort and three 6-8hr touring days and I can confidently say these are hands down the best boots I have every owned. Super light, stiff as, and very responsive. Fit is some what narrow but works well for a low volume foot. So far the only flaw I've found is the color!
What is the essential difference between the ZZero 4C-TF an the
What is the essential difference between the ZZero 4C-TF an the "Free Touring TF, 4 buckle boot in terms of weight, stiffness etc. And can they both use the same bindings?
By: george
February 24, 2009
ZZero 4C-TF LIGHTESS 4 buckle boot 1595 to 1745 grams using carbon and pebax!TF 4 free touring 1710 to 1860 grams( polyurethane) GETS STIFFER IN THE COLD!Cool looking see through red!Both compatible with dynafit bindings! or any ski touring binding!
By: Mike Traslin
February 25, 2009
A kick'n Pair of Boots
By: Zaid
January 31, 2008
Haven't done any touring with these boots yet, just alpine skiing, but they are awesome. Read some reviews that said they don't work well with Alpine bindings. They dropped into my rossignol bindings with no problem, and so far have released twice, exactly when they shoudl have, and have stayed in tight when they should too.
I am a very agressive skiier, used to super stiff boots, and these have been excellent. I do have a very long skinny foot though, and they do fit me well, so if you have a high volume boot, try it out first. As always, it takes a bit to break in, but they are definitley getting there. Skiing has improved drastically with these boots. Great fit for me.
Biggest complaint is that the power strap does not come all the way out so you can strap teh boots together to throw it over your shoulder for carrying, but is that realy a complaint?
Awesome boot, super light, super stiff, great comfort. Ride hard.
I'm just crossing into AT from boarding for 20 years so I'm
I'm just crossing into AT from boarding for 20 years so I'm just getting used to in-bound blacks. I demo'd these boots this past weekend. I have somewhat wide/flat feet, so it took a little while to get the forefoot dialed. I might have missed the forward lean adjuster, but I felt like I wanted more lean but the stiffness at the shin was painful and never settled into a comfortable spot. I was bruised by the end of the day. Anyone else have this problem or a solution?
By: kok2516076
January 28, 2009
The only solutions for this boot would be to change that forward lean, and to get a sock with a heavier padding on the shin. Other than that I would say look at some boots that come with a tongue that offers more flex.
By: Shane O'Donnell
January 28, 2009
Total package
By: Jerimy
December 1, 2008
I'm starting my second season in these boots and for a tongue style boot, they can't be beat. They are light and great for touring, but are stiff enough to crank out the turns. FYI, these boots don't have a cant adjustment.
I've got very flat & fairly narrow feet. My boots always
I've got very flat & fairly narrow feet. My boots always seem to need customization (shell blow out, molded liners etc.). I am an expert skier who plans to increase my backcountry time but will still ski 70 % inbound. Any ideas for a boot that I can ski both AT as well as with my alpine bindings?
By: Scott Lawson
December 28, 2008
Get the Dynafit Zzeus, it is made of Polyurethane so your boot fitter can modify it properly.
Pebax boots may be lighter, but they don't take modifications like Polyurethane does.
In addiiton, the Zzeus comes with universal sole pucks so you can ski it with any binding.
By: jason telford
May 29, 2009
well, gee, guess we're all looking for that, ehh?sure, try the scarpa mountaineering boots: closest I've found to that dream.
By: bruce johnston
January 14, 2009
The Green Machines Rip!
By: Wasangelian
February 8, 2008
Wow! I knew from the instant I clicked in for my first run that I was in store for something special. It's hard to believe a boot can ski this well and be so light and comfortable for touring. As a disclaimer, I had the toe of mine blown out before heat molding because I have flippers for feet. However, I never thought I could have found this level of ski performance in a great touring boot. As far as the color, well, you can't have everything.
the 25.5 shell fit me pretty good ( performance fit...one finger
the 25.5 shell fit me pretty good ( performance fit...one finger behind heel) but the liners are too short....my big toe is crammed against the front - the liner is uncomfortable even when not in the boot. Do you think I should stretch the liner, or just move to the 26 for the bigger shell size?
By: curiousgeorge
December 12, 2008
If you haven't thermo-molded the liner yet you should do that. I would not recommend going with a bigger shell size because the boot will pack out and you don't want it to loosen up too much.
By: Bud Martin
December 12, 2008
Dynafit Zzero4 C-Tf
By: Tom Chell
March 27, 2009
Just finishing up my first season with these. Great boots, I was concerned that the light weight would mean soft flex. These boots are super stiff. I would actually be fine with a softer version. I ski these in the "walk" mode as this gives more flex. Overall great boot if you are looking for super stiff this the the model, if you want softer flex choose the other Dynafit models.
Does anyone have any info on sizing down these boots? I'm
Does anyone have any info on sizing down these boots? I'm a 10.5 and that translates to a 28. Normal foot and I use the thinnest socks I can find.
By: Tommy Chandler
November 10, 2008
My experience regarding sizing is different from the two answers below. I ordered based on these answers and found the boots way too big. I'm a 13 regular shoe size, but wear a Mondo 29 in a Scarpa F3. Based on these comments I decided to order a 30 in Dynafit, and the thing is HUGE. In conclusion, for me the Scarpa and Dynafit sizing are very similiar in Mondo sizing. 29=29.I have found that the Dynafit sizing system fits more true than other manufacturers. Meaning, if you are a 10.5 shoe size, go with the 28.0 Mondo. I tried on the ZZero C4 and the ZZues by Dynafit and I fit much better into the 28.0 Mondo shell. My foot was cramped and it hurt after 5 minutes of putting the 27.0 on. In comparison, the 27.0 Shell in the Black Diamond factor was a much better fit while the 28.0 was too large. It depends on the manufacturer's shell sizing and the foot shape of the individual. But like I said, in my personal experience, the Dynafit boots fit more true to your actual foot size. So if you are a 10.5 and you are looking into these boots, then go with the 28.0. If anyone else has a different opinion then please chime in. Just wanted to add my comment, I also am 10.5 I just bought these in a 28. They fit perfect. In my true alpine boots I have always worn a 27.5 but the Dynafit 27.5 was just a bit to snug. The boots are great, plenty stiff. I had been skiing a old T2 and was concerned about enough stiffness in a AT boot, but these are more stiff than my alpine boots.
By: cbchisholm2195196
March 17, 2009
are these boots stiff enough for cliff drops/aggressive freeriding
are these boots stiff enough for cliff drops/aggressive freeriding on fat skis?
By: bergdj1120813
October 3, 2008
Heck yeah. Just look at the comments below by Zaid, Alpine331, and Anonymous. But depending on your overall ski goals, you might also want to check out the new ZZeus!I agree!
By: Mike Traslin
February 3, 2009
how does boot fit? wide/narrow/etc. my foot is narrow in back
how does boot fit? wide/narrow/etc. my foot is narrow in back wide in front right before toe box..."waterski"...birkenstocks feel best on my dogs.
I'd take a look at Dalbello or Technica boots for that kind of foot shape.
By: Matt Fuller
June 28, 2008
Change me.
Tech Specs:
- Shell Material:
- Pebax, carbon
- Liner Material:
- Multiform liner
- Thermo-moldable Liner:
- Yes
- Number of Buckles:
- 4, plus Power Strap
- Micro Adjustable:
- Yes
- Forward Lean:
- Yes, 15 and 21 degrees
- Binding Compatibility:
- Dynafit, UNI
- Weight:
- [Pair] 7lb (3190g)
- Recommended Use:
- Long-range touring, freeriding, ski touring
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
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