2011 Backcountry Magazine Editors' Choice Alpine Touring Boot Selections
Which alpine touring boots are top-notch for winter 2011? Backcountry unveils a few of the best in this week's Editors' Choice Sneak Peek. But to get the full scoop about these winning products and dozens of other hot skis, boots and bindings, you'll have to wait for the September Backcountry Magazine Gear Guide. Subscribe now to guarantee your copy!
EDITORS' CHOICE ALPINE TOURING BOOTS
Scarpa
Mobe
MSRP: $749
Specs: 8lbs 8oz; Sizes: 24.5-31;
scarpa.com
"Stiff, stable and confident, it held its power and responded instantly to my every command."—Sean Prentiss, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Black Diamond
Quadrant
MSRP: $600
Specs: 7lbs 4oz; Sizes: 24-30.5;
bdel.com
"An exceptionally comfortable, high-volume boot that has a consistent flex and feels incredible on the snow."—Jay Prentiss, Crested Butte, Colorado
Dynafit
TLT5 Performance TF
MSRP: $1,000
Specs: 5lbs 10oz; Sizes: 22.5-30.5;
dynafit.com
"Weight, range of cuff articulation, weight, downhill performance, weight—there are too many pluses to mention."—Lance Riek, Bozeman, Montana
Scarpa
Shaka (Women's)
MSRP: $719
Specs: 7lbs 4oz; Sizes: 22.5-27;
scarpa.com
"Skis with the precision of an alpine race boot, yet is as cozy as a slipper when in walk mode."—Cat Ambrose, Breckenridge, Colorado