Scarpa Mens SL Active Mountaineering Boots  £247.50

Scarpa SL Active Walking / Hiking Boots - Men's

For technical and challenging trails.

The SL is the 9th generation of this classic, really tough trekking boot, now even more luxurious and comfortable, while still being fully compatible with C1 walking crampons.

The new SL is now built on the latest TM last shape, giving an improved heel fit and closer fit across the forefoot. The redesigned upper uses a soft nubuck leather cuff with a cut out at the achilles, as well as redesigned flex zone, giving greater comfort on long descents and ascents in the mountains. The revised speed lacing system gives a sure hold across the instep, and the plush leather lining inside the boot is instantly luxurious and comfortable.

The SL is built using a 2.8mm Sherpa leather (the toughest and most water-resistant of any full grain leather SCARPA uses) impregnated with HS12 and build as a one piece construction for durable weather protection. The SL also uses the Vibram biometric trek sole for traction and support when carrying a large pack. The leather and 37.5 lining (and lack of membrane) make this a brilliant boot for warm weather trekking.

Model designed for technical and challenging trails, long hikes, with a full backpack. Protective and comfortable boot.

Features:

• Crampon Rating: B1
• Sole: Vibram Biometric Trek with PU midsole for maximum comfort and durability. Vibram® rubber outsole.
• Insole: Performance Flex Plus
• Last: TM
• Upper: Sherpa HS12 Leather - Full-grain tough leather upper, leather collar and Flex Point in leather; a full rubber rand for protection.
• Lining: Leather & Cocona - In leather around the heel and 37.5® fabric around the toes for maximum breathability and comfort.
• Lacing: Latest generation quick-fastening system with bi-component parts in lightweight steel and plastic to allow the laces to pass through quickly. The lacing can be split into upper and lower sections, allowing maximum customisation of the fit.
• Suitability:
  • Mountain Walk: 5/5
  • Winter Mountain Walk: 5/5
  • Hill Walk: 5/5
  • Fell Walk: 4/5
  • Paths & Trails: 2/5
  • Winter Mountaineering: 1/5
• Medium Volume Boot: Best suited for users with a medium width foot.
• Weight (Size 42): 810 g  /  28.57 oz
• Made in Asolo (Italy).

Watch this short video to find out more about the Scarpa SL Active:

Technical Features:

• Product Code: 61002-351-1
• Vibram® Biometric Trek - The new Vibram Biometric sole unit is anatomically designed for increased comfort. Lightweight yet extremely sturdy
• B1 Crampon Rating - Boots and crampons are designed to work together, dependeing on their intended end use. B1 stiffness boots are designed for moderate to serious hill walking in varied winter conditions.
• Scarpa® ACTIVfit System - Experience and research guarantee absolute comfort in the new "ACTIVfit Technology" line: absolute in the sense that it turns subjective wellbeing into objective comfort. The new range of products takes quality up a notch in terms of performance, comfort, style and durability, specifically built for the maximum performance on any type of terrain. These models have all it takes to tackle backpacking, challenging trekking trips and lengthy hikes. "ACTIVfit Technology" seperately develops specific shapes, soles and models for men and women.
• Scarpa® ACTIVimpact Technology - The ACTIVimpact is a technology applied to soles construction that uses materials with physical and chemical characteristics that absorb negative impacts with the ground and increase shock-absorbing features, exploiting to the utmost the energy used during the activity.
• 37.5® Technology - 37.5® technology helps keep your body at the ideal temperature of 37.5C / 99.5F degrees, maintaining skin’s microclimate and humidity. This is an innovative patented technology made up of active particles that help contain energy and warmth.
• Cocona® Fabrics - Our ingredient technologies enhance the performance of apparel so we can all stay out longer. With Cocona, we are all adventurers who will challenge the sun, the wind, the rain, the heat, and the cold, knowing they are elements of our adventure rather than elements that bring the adventure to an end. Cocona Breathable Waterproof fabrics are 50% more breathable than competitors. Cocona removes moisture from each layer of an apparel system 50% to 250% faster. Cocona products were Extreme tested in a run across the Sahara, on an Antarctic Expedition on foot, as well as with professional and athletes and weekend warriors. Cocona is a naturally derived permanent technology that never washes out or wears out. Cocona is committed to the pursuit of industry leadership. The trailblazing science behind our innovations is reinventing how fabric technologies function. Our patented processes are an absolute breakthrough for the apparel industry and ensure differentiation for our brand partners. We are defining the standards and developing the testing that will guide and inform the industry as it moves forward.
• Scarpa® Ankle Padding System- The "Ankle Padding System" is made of a special "Memory Foam" which allows the uppers to mould to the shape of the foot.  This technical solution is very light and breathable, it keeps its dynamic memory in terms of last and thickness so it recovers its original shape after every use. Thanks to the "Ankle Padding System" we have further improved the overall comfort of the shoe and the capacity of the upper to adapt itself to the foot, ensuring the best performance on any terrain.
• Scarpa® Heel Tension System - The Heel Tension System is an innovative system applied to the heel area of the upper part of the boot.  It offers great stability and adaptability to the severe stress derived from steep routes. The particular design and the TPU material help the upper responsively, avoiding torsional twists and makes walking easier even on difficult and rough terrains.
• Scarpa® Flex Point System - The Flex Point System allows your ankles complete freedom of movement, even in the stiffest of boots, whilst maintaining support and confidence on all terrains.
• Scarpa® Autofit Collar - The Autofit Collar, thanks to the ergonomic design of the collar and to the special padding, ensures the maximum adaptability and comfort of the upper, reducing the impact stress that rests on the Achilles and malleous area.  Great performance and comfort on any terrain.
• Scarpa® Speed Lacing - The Speed Lacing System , integrated with the ergonomic design of the upper, allows the optimal adjustment of the internal volumes of the shoe and the perfect wrapping of the foot, in a simple and quick way, making the fit more precise and customised, offering to the user offering maximum confidence on any terrain.
• Scarpa® Resoling Possible - Scarpa shoes and boots are built to the highest standard and should serve you for many years of use. However, just like tyres on a car, the rubber parts of a boot, shoe or rock shoe can wear down with use, and that’s why we offer a full re-sole service. Resoling not only extends the lifespan of your Scarpa footwear, it also returns it to it’s very best level of performance.

Product Care:

Sherpa Leathers: High quality leather from 2.7 to 2.9mm in thickness. The extra thickness and durability of this leather is perfectly suited to stronger hill and mountain walking boots, where extra support and resistance to scuffing is required. Sherpa leather undergoes a full HS12 silicone tanning treatment which, coupled with the extra thickness of the leather, boosts water resistance and stops the leather from wetting out too easily. Used in Scarpa SL Activ.

Use a proofing agent from new, for best results we recommend SCARPA HS12 cream or a water based wax treatment such as Nikwax water proofers for Leather Footwear.