Gear Review
Black Diamond Factor Alpine Touring Boot - Men's
hmm
By Tyler
Ranked #43 - Alpine Touring Boots
October 2, 2008
the boot itself is cool and the fit seems good, but not for a wide foot. the weight was another factor its a bit on the heavy side, but i'm assuming their target market is resort skiiers. so that should not be a problem for them, but an extra pound or two really starts to hurt on longer tours. the wire that tightens the boot seems that it could break easily and then the boot would essentialy not work. its feels like weak plastic and a hard fall or something could compleatly take it off. i guess this winter we'll all get a better idea of how well it works out.
glad to see BD making boots, i'll def be getting a 2nd gen pair.
View Details: Black Diamond Factor Alpine Touring Boot - Men's
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 1 No
Tech Specs:
- Shell Material:
- Pebax
- Liner Material:
- Power Fit Liner w/ Boa System
- Thermo-moldable Liner:
- Yes
- Number of Buckles:
- 4
- Micro Adjustable:
- Yes
- Forward Lean:
- Yes, 8 degrees over three settings
- Binding Compatibility:
- All AT and Alpine bindings
- Weight:
- [Pair] 9lb 2oz (413g)
- Recommended Use:
- Aggressive freeriding in or out of bounds
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.