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La Sportiva Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Men's

Item #LSP0092 | 40 in Stock

This summer I'll be backpacking extensively in ID/MT on and...

By Ranked #1059 - Men's Mountaineering Boots March 19, 2009

This summer I'll be backpacking extensively in ID/MT on and off trail for 8/days at a time, 10-15mi/day, up to 60 lb pack and need somethin that will hold up, but wont be too hot in 90+ F weather. This looks to be the one to go with based on the reviews....
Any other ideas, advice?
Had a pair of Asolo mid weight hikers before, which did ok for the 1st 2 mos. then fell apart and my feet hurt after 2 mi in....Don't want to repeat that scenario...
thanx

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By Backcountry.com Alumni April 2, 2009

i would go with the glacier. why get the makalu if your not planing on using crampons? the shank will kill your feet. i would take it down a notch for backpacking. check out the danner gtx, that would be a better call.

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By Ranked #315 - Men's Mountaineering Boots March 24, 2009

TC - The makalu is a great backpacking boot. I have owned mine for years. I doubt they will ever wear out and like BV stated they are crampon compatable. The only downside of this boot is that it is super stiff for a hiking boot, and it takes a lot of break in before really ready for use. Expect to put over 50 miles in before breaking in. Another boot that is worth looking into is the Trango. If I was buying a new pair of boots those are what I would buy. Plus they have a gore-tex liner (not that the makalu would ever let water in). The Trangos are also super light, something that I like whenever I backpack. www.backcountry.com/store/LSP0021/La-Sportiva-Trango-S-EVO-GTX-Mountaineering-Boot-Mens.html

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By Ranked #340 - Men's Mountaineering Boots March 24, 2009

This is a great boot and you can never go wrong with Sportiva, but the Scarpa SL M3 is probably one of the best boots i have ever worn. I have multiple friends that have worn it as well and praise the comfort and longevity of the boot. Either one is a great buy...hope this helped and didn't add to the dilemma. Also this La Sportiva is crampon compatible. Do you need that, that generally means a much stiffer boot. Just something to think about. Cheers.

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Tech Specs:

Shell Material:
, Roughout leather 
Sole:
Vibram 
Crampon Compatibility:
yes 
Insulation:
, Dri-Lex 
Removable Liner:
no 
Lacing:
rollers with locking ankle 
Weight:
(size 9) [pair] 4 lbs 4 oz 
Recommended Use:
mountaineering, glacier travel 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year 
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