SCARPA Men's Kailash GTX Hiking Boot

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Product Features

• Super shock-absorbing Vibram Hi-trail Lite
• Toe rand for critical protection
• Extended Comfort Gore-Tex offers protection with maximum breathability
• Bi-directional ankle flex

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Ideal for backpacking and rigorous trail hikes, the SCARPA Kailash GTX features a durable suede and woven upper, a Gore-Tex lining to keep you warm and dry, and the new lighter and more rugged Vibram Hi-Trail Lite sole. This mid-weight boot is designed for maximum comfort and protection.

Product Description

The Scarpa Men's Kailash GTX Hiking Boot provides the durability of a suede upper and the waterproof breathable performance of Gore-Tex. A Vibram Hi-Trail Lite sole creates all the traction you need for anything from scree to dirt to mud, and it lasts for years and years of trail time. Scarpa added a protective rubber toe cap to this midweight boot, so you don't go wearing it out before its time. The Kailash GTX Hiking Boot supports your ankles well enough for a weeklong trip yet remains light enough for day hikes.

Product Features

• Material: [Upper] suede; [Insert] Gore-Tex
• Lining: Nylon
• Sole: Vibram Hi-Trail Lite
• Lacing: Standard
• Weight: [Pair, size 9] 22oz (630g)
• Recommended Use: Backpacking
• Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year
• Country of Origin: China

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B001RTTI92
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #37,178 in Sports & Outdoors (See Bestsellers in Sports & Outdoors)

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Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing All Purpose Boot, April 8, 2009

By	Jeffrey Barger (Cincinnati) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Scarpa Kailash is an amazing all purpose mid weight boot, I started checking into them after they received excellent reviews in last year's Backpacker Gear Guide and eventually bought a pair. There was a small bit of hesitancy surrounding this purchase since I rarely buy new boots. I don't have the budget to be dropping a few hundred bucks every season to keep up with the latest trends so durable gear is a must. Thankfully I was not let down and they lived up to the hype, amazingly comfortable right out of the box and incredibly durable they were perfect for general use and mid weight hikes even over longer distances. The Gore-Tex liner does help when it comes to water proofing but if you're going into deep snow or extremely wet conditions (or any kind of mountaineering) you may want to consider stepping up to the Barun which is Scarpa's light weight mountaineering boot and the Kailash cousin. (I should point out the Kailash does dry quickly thanks to its design and holds out 99% of the water; I'm just a little bit obsessive when it comes to that.) So if you're looking for a boot that will take you through three seasons comfortably with a lot of durability and a low price tag then this is the boot for you. I have a pair and have no intention of trading them in anytime soon. I also learned recently that they are going to be this year's boot of the year for Backpacker Magazine yet again, for whatever that matters to you.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great product at a great price, January 22, 2010

By	Alex Stanley (Japan) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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These boots are just what I expected, and more! I am from New Zealand, and have had the pleasure of wearing out more than a few pairs of tramping boots over the years, so I had a good idea of what I was after. I checked out the reviews on these boots on several sites, and managed to find a dealer in my area so was able to try some on in the shop before commiting to a purchase.

The Scarpa brand has a good reputation, using good materials that will clock up the miles without too much fuss. I have quite narrow feet, yet these boots fit like a glove! The longest I have worn these boots for in one go was about three hours or so, on a nice hike up, and then back down a hill. The area I hike in is a good test on boots as the terrain changes a lot. You can usually expect a nice mix of mud, rock and clay. The soles on these boots have plenty of bite, so the mud is not a problem, and the same goes for the clay etc. They also grip to rock rather well, and the thickness of the lugs means that it should be some time before they need re-soling. The ankle support is supurb. I haven't had the pleasure of using these with a heavy pack yet, but I felt really sure-footed on the hillside with these things on. On a steep climb, and again on the steep decent they worked like a good boot should. There is enough room in the front of the boot to prevent any problems with sore toes too.

I have only used these on short hikes so that I can "break them in" as is usually the case. To be honest though, at a push you could probably get away with using them on a longer hike straight out of the box! They are an extremely comfortable boot, not to mention extremely light. They actually look pretty good to, with or without mud!!

I purchased these online through amazon. They had the best deal, plus the fact that once again, they won me on service! Thanks again Amazon!!

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