Gear Review
Scarpa Summit GTX Mountaineering Boot - Men's
Review Title
By lawrence.z1796210
Ranked #556 - Men's Mountaineering Boots
September 19, 2009
Despite breaking these boots in on several hikes in the adirondacks, when I went on the "real trip" (Berg Lake Trail B.C.) and had a heavy load these boots gave me severe blisters on my heels (this despite prophylactic moleskin and two layers of socks.) They also developed a nagging pressure point under my left big toe that got worse over time. The boots are actually way too soft in the ankle. Contrary to the company blurb, while the ankles are flexible support is compromised. They are really useless for front-pointing.
View Details: Scarpa Summit GTX Mountaineering Boot - Men's
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Upper] suede Crosta Pro HS12
- Lining:
- Gore-Tex Duratherm
- Removable Liner:
- No
- Sole:
- Vibram Dual PU
- Crampon Compatible:
- Yes
- Lacing:
- Standard
- Shank:
- Nylon composite
- Weight:
- [Pair, size 42] 4lb 10oz (2090g)
- Recommended Use:
- Mountaineering, ice climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: March 21, 2010 By: Fernando Octavio Brendinberger
Sounds like either you wore boots that were waaaay too big or you didn't lace them up enough. I'm in the middle of breaking these boots in right now and I know what you mean. But you have to take the time and energy to break them in, experiment with sock combo's, footbeds, and lacing tricks. I spent almost a year experimenting with my La Sportiva Gacier EVO's before the stitching starting coming apart. That's why I got the Summits as a replacement (Great Backcountry.com return policy!!).
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes