TECHNICAL MOUNTAINEERING SHOES TO TAKE YOU INTO THE HIGH MOUNTAINS: REACH THE SUMMITS!
Mountaineering is a vast field encompassing summer hiking in the mountains as well as ascending the highest summits. In that case, it is important to identify your practice, as certain technical aspects of the shoe will be essential.
For a summer outing, the foot roll is important. Look for mountaineering shoes with soles semi-rigid for maximum comfort. Lighter, they are more pleasant and allow a more natural stride.
For ascending high European summits, comfort is always a priority, but with a sole rigid and lug-compatible for ascending glaciers and crossing more technical passages.
As the level increases, from routes graded up to PD+ (slightly difficult), the sturdiness of the high-mountain shoe becomes paramount. For sections involving rock climbing, opt for fine-tipped models for greater precision. The stiffness of the sole will also be a great asset on these sections, as it better transmits your weight and power.
For ascents at very high altitude (above 7,000 m), the choice of shoe is even more specific — there are dedicated categories for this type of use to climb safely. For example, plastic shell shoes or shoes with integrated gaiters.
For expeditions in high and mid-altitude mountains, sub-zero temperatures quickly take their toll on extremities. A membrane of the Gore-Tex guarantees waterproofing regardless of the weather. Breathable and waterproof, this membrane is ideal for high-mountain sports.
The brands that accompany you on your ascents
We have selected SCARPA as a partner for our range of high-mountain shoes. This Italian brand, specialising in mountain footwear, shares our values of self-surpassing, eco-responsibility, durability and performance. The model RIBELLE HD (F/H) is lightweight and designed for technical mountaineering, fast and lightweight, via ferrata and challenging hikings with heavy loads. Lug-compatible, they will accompany you everywhere, including on glaciers and rough terrain. The Vibram sole is built for technical trails. The Perwanger leather upper, the waterproof membrane and the rubber toe cap will be your allies in the mountains!
We have also partnered with MEINDL to offer you shoes of the highest technical quality. This German brand is renowned for its centuries-old expertise and guarantees shoes combining innovation, quality and comfort. The high-mountain shoe JORASSE GTX will deliver unwavering reliability in the most extreme conditions and on the most critical terrain. Equipped with Gore-Tex® and Vibram® technologies, this shoe is waterproof and features a sole offering excellent grip.
Finally, we have integrated AKU for the manufacture of hiking shoes. This Italian brand has over 60 years of experience in this field and shares our values of quality and performance. Designed for high mountain use, the mountaineering shoes HAYATSUKI GTX (F/H) will take you to the mountain summits. Designed to perform in an alpine environment, these shoes are perfect for technical and challenging terrain. Equally at home on ice as on rocky ground. Crafted from quality materials to protect you in all circumstances, they will keep you warm thanks to the waterproof membrane and insulating Gore-Tex lining, as well as the PrimaLoft lining. Lug-compatible, glaciers will be no barrier.
At CimAlp, our walking and hiking shoes are benchmarks of quality and performance. If you need expert advice, don't hesitate to contact us by email. To help you make your choice, browse our dedicated selections:
- Men's hiking shoes
- Women's hiking shoes
- The Scarpa mountaineering and hiking shoes
- The Meindl mountaineering and hiking shoes
- The Lowa hiking shoes
- The Asolo hiking shoes
- The Aku hiking shoes
