Gear Review
Scarpa F3 Alpine Touring Boot
Good for what they are meant for
By Evan Stevens
Ranked #3 - Alpine Touring Boots
January 27, 2009
Okay, don't be fooled by lots of glamorous reviews. Yes, they are light, super comfy, and tour better than any AT boot out there, BUT they fail to drive big stiff skis well, they should be paired up with softer smaller skis. Once I did that, I loved the system I found (Karhu Spire BC). If you are a good skier, or coming over from tele, you will find they have ample control, stiffness and ability to drive a ski. However, if you like to ski fast, GS turns, or in the steeps, go for a burlier boot. I definitely use the boot to do high vertical/mileage powder skiing days, NOT epic gnarly descents.
I guess we all have to have a gear quiver!
View Details: Scarpa F3 Alpine Touring Boot
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Shell Material:
- Plastic
- Liner Material:
- Intuition Precision
- Thermo-moldable Liner:
- Yes
- Number of Buckles:
- 3 + Power strap
- Micro Adjustable:
- No
- Forward Lean:
- Yes, 15-20 degrees
- Binding Compatibility:
- Dynafit
- Weight:
- [Pair, size 27] 6lb 8oz (2936g)
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry touring, ski mountaineering races
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- Italy
Change me.