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Kayland M11+ Mountaineering Boot - Men's
I am contemplating the M11+ boots for winter mountain hiking...
By Chris
Ranked #248 - Men's Mountaineering Boots
April 10, 2011
I am contemplating the M11+ boots for winter mountain hiking in the Adirondack High Peaks. Basically I'm looking for a boot that is insulated, crampon step-in compatible, has an eVent membrane and can be used with snowshoes. I like the reviews of the M11+ from the people who wear them in the White Mountains mainly because the Adirondack High Peaks share some of the same brutal weather and topography. My only question is obviously fit. The closest Kayland dealer is about 4 hours from me, so it's hard to try them on. Do the M11+'s fit tight in the toe box? I have a slightly wider forefoot and have had issues in the past with boots being too constrictive in that area. Also, can the M11+'s be used on snow-covered trails / scramble when snowshoes or crampons aren't warranted? Thanks a lot!
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By Jeremy Stoshick
Ranked #24 - Men's Mountaineering Boots
April 15, 2011
I tried these on but went with the Nepals for the simple fact that my foot is a little wider and the Nepals had a better fit. The toe box on these boots seemed to be roomier than others I tried on. You can always alter the fit if you like these boots with a replacement foot bed and size the boot up a little. These can be used on approach hikes - they are a stiff boot but if my memory serves me right, they have a rocker sole which helps out quite a bit.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] microfiber, suede; [Gaiter] Schoeller; [Insert] eVent
- Lining:
- Dryver, Primaloft insulation
- Removable Liner:
- No
- Sole:
- Vibram Teton
- Crampon Compatible:
- Yes
- Lacing:
- Standard
- Shank:
- Full
- Weight:
- [Pair, size 9] 4lb 4oz (1920g)
- Recommended Use:
- Ice & mixed climbing, mountaineering
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