They sure are crampon compatible. I would get http://www.backcountry.com/camp-usa-xlc-390-crampon?ti=UExQIENhdDpBbHBpbmUgQ3JhbXBvbnM6MToyOmJjc0NhdDgxMTEwMDEzMA&skid=CMP3273-GN-S390 in the 490 version. Since the boot does not have bails on the front or back that version will fit the best!



Feel free to hit me up at bporreca@backcountry.com or 801-736-6398.

kate,

The Asolo Fugitive Gore-Tex Boot is offered in a size 12 but unfortunately not in variable widths.

I own a pair of men's 12 wide (from another store). Several places stock them.

bought a 11w at REI

Some brands are just not a good fit for certain feet and maybe Asolo are just not for you. However, if you are just having one issue with one toe on one side you may have trouble with many brands and styles. Have you considered upgraded inserts (like green Superfeet) which can help support your arch and draw the foot back into the heel. Another thought is to try to "punch-out" the toe box a little in that one spot by stretching the boot (with help from a shop, which can also help you with the correct size inserts)
HTH

Thanks for the reply.

I tried Superfeet green, orange, and black in the 11.5 and 12s of the Fugitive (and Flame) but all of them seemed to feel like they were pushing me to supinate and didn't really seem to be doing much for my toebox issue. Went back to the store last night and wound up walking out w/ a pair of Power Matics paired w/ a set of Sole footbeds which seem more neutral, provide a slightly more cushy feel, and give my sort of high arches a bit more support. Got in about 2 miles on my friend's treadmill in them, and while it's obvious they need a good deal of breaking in, the fit in a 12 seems absolutely spot on and the uppers seem positively buttery considering they're brand new. Gonna hit up the treadmill for at least a few miles a day over the weekend to make sure there are no issues before getting them dirty though.

Right-on Sid, those Power Matics look sweet. Happy hiking!

http://www.vibram.us/repairconsumer/ Hope that helps

Looks promising, thanks Thomas

UPDATE: I decided to try to resole so I dropped them off at (rhymes with Ari Eye) to see what I would get. After I dropped them I heard that Dave Page in Seattle is THE source for this and I was delighted to see that is exactly the vendor they use! (http://www.yelp.com/biz/dave-page-cobbler-seattle)
I got them back last night and I am pleased that they used Vibram soles, I am also impressed with the craftsmanship of the repair and it seems to have been done with much care.
I am curious about their choice of sole as it seems more like a heavy hiking sole (similar to my Koflac winter boots!) whereas the original seemed a little lighter / technical.
My problem was price, I don't know what Dave charges directly, but I was told by (you know who) "$30-60 ish" and when I picked up they said $85! They did lower it to $60 when I complained that I was not called to approve the additional charges.
To resole or not to resole?
Still a tough call. I could have got a brand new pair for $235 (or $180 at backcountry.com!) but they would not be broken in and my old ones would hit the landfill.

James, could you update with a pic of the shoes with the vibram sole?

I will John, good idea.
Further update:
San Jacinto Mtn. last week, a tough 12 hour day, LOVE 'EM.

Pics uploaded, as you can see the new soles are quite a bit different than the originals.

I have never worn the fugitives, but I own the alp trainers and I can say I'd rather have the alp trainers based solely on the fact that they have vibram soles. The treads wear so slowly and the rubber is so durable. Also, the Salewas are mush more warm than I expected, especially with winter socks. As a bonus, I went on a 10 mile hike the second I got them out of the box and no blisters or raw spots on the foot. Go with the Salewas, especially if you aren't planning on carrying 50 pounds of gear everywhere you go.

Look at the Salewa Mountain Trainer, it is much more comparable to the Fugitive:

http://www.backcountry.com/salewa-mountain-trainer-gtx-mid-boot-mens

mine are made in the ukraine.

They should be both equally sturdy. Another good choice in this category is the Salewa Alp Trainer Mid GTX. It won Backcpacker's Editor's Choice Award this year.

The flame has more impact absorbing technology than the fugitive - both are solid choices with differences in the technology of how the boot is built. Take a look at the Asolo website to understand what each technology means so you can choose a boot for what type of foot you have.

I also have a pair of the Alp Trainers - imho they are in line with the asolo however lack the different types footbeds that Asolo offers to accommodate different foot types. I also noticed that the Asolo has a little more room in the toe box which comes in handy especially if you will be using during colder weather as it gives a little more room for your sock to do its job (insulate).

I know it's an obvious answer but have you tried shifting the tongue/fabric around? I had a similar problem on the top of my foot where the laces kept it tight to my foot. By playing with it for a bit the problem disappeared immediately.

I have had these boots for about 1 year and have put in probably 100-200 miles of hiking and backpacking with them. I've hiked on all kinds of terrain and had 0 pain problems with these boots and no blisters. They fit great! Most people will bring a pair of camp shoes when the backpack so they can take their boots off around camp at night, I don't need to with these boots becuase they are so comfortable. They are heavy but they support, comfort, and protection is worth the extra weight.

I literally wear these 8 months out of the year straight-that means every day these get laced up. I live in the mountain town of Boone, NC, and with the wet weather, uneven terrain, and snow randomly...these are a must. I put a different insole in them because of my extremely flat feet, but other than that these are extremely comfortable for daily wear and provide good support and protection. Be sure to open them all the way up at night to avoid odor issues, but you should be good to go with these. Not too heavy for daily wear and are pretty easy to break in...if you could even call it breaking them in...very comfortable boot.

I wear mine daily most of the year. The Gore-Tex lining makes them perfect for any conditions and they're not too heavy or warm. Paired with a nice pair of socks they're excellent in the snow, I use them for snowshoeing all the time.

Asolo's run true to size... I wear US 10.5, UK 10, EU 44.5...

You want 45. They run very true to size.

The fugitive need to geev you more suport for they highyer...but ther is not more then that. As I look at it.
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The shank is a little stiffer and they are a slightly heavier boot due to the way the sole is constructed. Really depends on foot type - check out the Asolo website to better understand the different technologies and how they support different foot types.

Can't go wrong with anything from Nikwax.

I second the Nikwax. You can expect that the Gore Tex won't last all that long. I think I started noticing that my feet would get wet after ~150-200 miles in them. Nikwax is good, but after the Gore Tex tears, you'll never get that kind of waterproofing back into the boot.

The shank is polyurethane. Walking around NYC in steel shanked boots not only is overkill but would likely be unconfortable as the boot won't be able to flex at all with your gait.
A steel shank is more useful for walking on snow/ice or endless talus.

I believe the "duo asoflex" thing is talking about the construction between the insole and the rubber outer sole.
No stock insole is going to be terribly fancy or it wouldn't fit the majority of peoples' feet. If you find it helps you can add a superfoot or similar insole.

To your last question I never find that you overheat with a non-insulated boot, gore-tex or otherwise, as long as you aren't wearing super heavy socks. The boot will probably insulate you a bit more from really hot pavement than a thin tennis shoe would.

I would like to add to AC's comments, the basic insole is worthless, it never made it out of the store. Also the heat isn't an issue, I wore these every day during an internship for a construction company. The project was on a sand covered army base where the temperature was 90 daily and humidity was 90%. They did great, the key is wearing wicking socks.

Over a year later, this still blows my mind. Steel shank boots for casual wear in NYC? If it's important you display an Asolo logo, they make some light hikers and trail runners which would be more appropriate for daily urban use.

They aren't insulated so if cold is your concern, better look for a pair that is. As long as you're moving though, you may be fine.

Also 10 degrees is not sub-zero. In that it is greater than 0.

I have worn them in sub-freezing, but not sub-zero temperatures. As long as you have a pair of heavy socks and keep moving you should be fine. They are not insulated as Ben said, so you might be better off with a boot with more insulation. Try something like this: http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Slot-GTX-Winter-Boot-Mens/TNF3311M.html

I did Madison in -10 F and Adams in 3 F(2 separate occasions), lots of windchill both times, and they did fine. I did wear gaiters and do generally have warm feet, so your experience may vary. If you plan on hiking in those temps regularly, get a real pair of insulated mountaineering boots, as my feet do get cold summiting.

With good socks and no standing around you'll be fine.

I have pretty wide feet too, and I own these boots. They are super light and break in nice too, I have put them through some pretty harsh territory and so far they have held up better than any other boot I have owned. I have had them for about a year and have worn them everyday, but by looking at them you would be able to tell. Great boot for the money

Asolo makes this boot in wide if you need it.

I wear 10.5 in a wide shoe but bought these in an 11.5 normal and they fit great.

I have fairly wide feet and have no problems, there's plenty of room in the toebox and my feet never feel cramped.

I would go into a store and try on a few different pairs and different sizes. Go at the end of the day because your feet will tend to swell during the day if you are walking (or hiking/backpacking). Try to get it out of your head that you have to have a certain pair of boots because every pair will fit differently. This boot may fit your feet horribly and be completely wrong for you, while another boot you would have never considered may fit like a dream. A good salesman won't let you leave the store with a pair of boots that fits you incorrectly.