Latest Walking Boots For Spring 11 What's Available

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Need new walking boots? Here's a selection of the latest offerings from La Sportiva, Scarpa, TNF, Berghaus, Mammut, Asolo and Meindl...

La Sportiva Alpha GTX £190 (women's version: Gamma GTX)

La Sportiva has taken its high mountain knowledge and applied this to a new line of trekking boots, including the range-topping Alpha GTX. Made in Italy this lightweight boot features an integrated tongue pad made from stretch material, water resistant Perwanger leather and Lorica upper, with a Gore-Tex lining and protective front rubber rand.

  • Upper: Water-resistant Perwanger leather and Lorica
  • Lining: Gore-tex
  • Sole: Vibram with Impact Brake System
  • Midsole: Dual-density EVA
  • Sizes: 36- 48 including half sizes
  • Weight: 1220g per pair

More info on the La Sportiva website


Scarpa Kailash Boot  © Scarpa

Scarpa Kailash GTX Boots £139.99 (available in men's and women's designs)

The Kailash is a medium weight boot designed with comfort in mind. It's ideal for long distance paths, rugged day hikes and regular abuse. Differentiated padding in the cuff, flex point collar and tongue ensure a 'glove-like' fit and the Comfort Flex Midsole provides support and flexibility without compromising weight. Created on Scarpa's renowned BX last, for comfort and support and incorporating the Hi Trail Light sole unit.

  • Last: BX
  • Lining: Gore-Tex lining for extra protection and comfort
  • Upper Material: Suede and fabric uppers ensure comfort and durability
  • Midsole: Comfort Flex
  • Sole: Hi Trail Lite Sole Unit
  • Weight: 1240g per pair of 42
  • Colour: Taupe/Cigar
  • Size:41-48

More info on the Scarpa website



TNF Hedgehog Tall  © TNF

The North Face Hedgehog Tall GTX XCR lll £110 (available in men's and women's designs)

A new addition to TNF's best-selling Hedgehog collection, the Hedgehog Tall gives you a protective, waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex upper paired with a lightweight and responsive bottom with a Vibram rubber sole.

  • Upper: Gore-Tex XCR (Extended Comfort Range) waterproof, breathable membrane
  • PU-coated leather upper with breathable mesh panels
  • Northotic Pro upgraded EVA footbed with Poron ReSource heel and forefoot cushioning pads and ESS Heal Cradle Pro support
  • Bottom: X-2 dual-density, compression-moulded EVA midsole with Heal Cradle Pro rearfoot support system
  • Injection-moulded TPU shank plate
  • Exclusive lightweight Vibram rubber outsole

More info on the North Face website



Berghaus Tarazed GTX  © Berghaus

Berghaus Tarazed Leather GTX £160 (men's)

New to the Berghaus range and fully equipped for tough mountain routes and rocky terrains. A Vibram sole and Opti-Stud lugs make these ideal for summer alpine walking to lower level winter routes. A Gore-tex lining provides waterproofing and breathability. An EVA midsole and EHS or Egonomic Holding System holds the foot precisely in the midsole.

  • Outsole: Our first Opti-Stud and Vibram collaboration sole unit
  • Midsole: Dual density EVA
  • TPU midsole plate and heel cradle gives ultimate protection and support
  • Upper: High quality full grain leather, mesh and rubber
  • Ergonomic Holding System (EHS) – allows the upper to hold the foot precisely to the midsole
  • A flexible PP Plate gives the correct amount of flex and support to the forefoot
  • Gore-tex Performance Comfort lining is used, allowing for durable waterproofness and high breathability, keeping your feet comfortable and dry. Guaranteed
  • Flexible walking crampon compatible
  • Weight: 760g
  • Sizes: 39-47 (Mens)
  • Colours: Available in Brown

More info on the Berghaus website



Mammut Cypress GTX  © Mammut

Mammut Cypress GTX £130 (available in men's and women's designs)

A very comfortable mid-cut hiking boot. It features fine-grade nubuck leather, plush cushioning, Air-Mesh ventilation, a Gore-tex Performance Comfort Footwear membrane for guaranteed waterproofness, smooth-gliding laces, abrasion-resistant Liquid Rubber reinforcements at the toe and a vibram HLX sole with a soft EVA wedge. Key safety features include the Mammut Frog Grip sole design and Mammut Rolling Concept for optimum support and guidance.

  • Board lasted
  • Rolling Concept
  • Frog Grip
  • Polyamide (PA) strap lacing
  • Liquid-Rubber Protection
  • Mammut DC Footbed
  • Colour: java-cadmium
  • Sole: Vibram HLX sole, EVA wedge
  • Fabric: Nubuk Leather
  • Fabric: Air Mesh
  • Lining: Gore-tex Performance Comfort Footwear
  • Weight: 940 g Size UK 8.5

More info on the Mammut website


Meindl Kansas GTX  © Meindl

Meindl Kansas GTX £149.99 (available in men's and women's designs)

Meindl's three season Kansas GTX boot provides the ultimate foot protection for use during a multitude of weather conditions and activities. The 100% waterproof boot is made with a Nubuck leather outer complimented with a Gore-Tex (waterproof and breathable) lining and additional toe rand, ensuring the wearer can be confident this boot will keep feet dry, cool and supported when exploring the outdoors.

  • Upper material: Nubuck leather
  • Lining: Gore-Tex Performance Comfort Footwear
  • Footbed: Air-Active
  • Sole: Meindl Multigrip rubber tread sole with PU shock absorber
  • Weight: 740g (size 8)
  • Sizes: 6-12
  • The Kansas GTX is also available for ladies in sizes 3.5-8

More info on the Meindl website


Asolo Flame  © Asolo

Asolo Flame GTX £140 (women's version: Atlantis GTX)

A light weight, high quality 3-season walking boot featuring a water-resistant suede and hi-tenacity nylon upper with Asolo's Matrix sole. Internal technologies include Asolo's new Active Heel Support which cradles the heel and offers class-leading shock absorption plus a full GORE-TEX waterproof insert.

  • Upper: 1.8mm water resistant suede and high-tenacity nylon
  • Lining: Gore-tex
  • Sizes: Men's 6-13 in half sizes
  • Weight: 1280g per pair
  • Sole: Asolo Matrix with Aso-Brake and Active Heel Support

More info on the Asolo website





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