Cube GTX Mountaineering Boots

About this item

• La Sportiva Mens Nepal Cube GTX Mountaineering Boots, are an iconic and highly technical model, designed for high-altitude mountaineering, ice climbing, and mixed terrain. They’re an evolution of La Sportiva’s renowned Nepal family, standing out for their lightness and thermal insulation.
• Here’s detailed information:
• Use: Technical high-altitude mountaineering, ice climbing, mixed terrain, via ferratas, and winter expeditions.
• Weight: They are remarkably light for a boot in their category, weighing approximately 950 grams per boot (half pair). This is achieved through an optimized construction using lightweight materials like carbon fiber.
• Materials:
  Upper: 3+ mm Idro-Perwanger water-repellent leather with abrasion-resistant fabric.
  Lining: GORE-TEX Insulated Comfort membrane, ensuring waterproofing, breathability, and excellent thermal insulation.
  Insole:3 mm Carbon Tech honeycomb insulation / 4 mm EVA, providing stiffness and insulation.
• Midsole:3 mm polyurethane for crampon attachment.
• Sole: Vibram Matterhorn with Impact Brake System, which absorbs impacts, improves traction, and aids in braking. The sole is resoleable.
  Crampon Compatibility: They are compatible with automatic, semi-automatic, and strap-on crampons.
• Key Technologies:
  3D Flex System: A multi-directional ankle hinge system that allows natural movement, offering both flexibility and protection.
• Ez Out:A removable tongue that allows for quick release of the lace lock.
• Impact Brake System: Sole design that optimizes grip and cushioning
• Lightness: This is one of their biggest strengths. Their low weight significantly reduces fatigue during long days in the mountains.
• Thermal Insulation: The Gore-Tex Insulated Comfort membrane and Carbon Tech Honeycomb insole provide excellent warmth, keeping feet dry and comfortable even in extreme cold conditions.
• Versatility: Although designed for technical mountaineering, they adapt well to a variety of terrains, from snow and ice to rock, making them a highly capable all-rounder.
• Precision and Support: They offer a secure and precise fit, which is crucial for technical climbing. The 3D Flex system allows good ankle flexion without compromising support.
• Robustness and Durability: Built with high-quality materials, they are very resistant to impacts and abrasion, giving them a long lifespan. The resoleable sole contributes to their durability.
• Comfort: Many users highlight that they are comfortable right out of the box, with minimal break-in time.
• Grip: The Vibram sole with Impact Brake System provides excellent grip on different surfaces.
• Crampon Attachment: They perfectly accommodate a wide range of automatic crampons, providing a solid and secure hold
• In summary, the La Sportiva Nepal Cube GTX are elite mountaineering boots, ideal for climbers seeking lightweight, warm, robust, and precise footwear for technical ascents in winter and high-altitude conditions. Their excellent combination of low weight and high performance makes them a very popular choice among experienced alpinists.