TECHNICAL MOUNTAINEERING SHOES TO ACCOMPANY YOU IN HIGH MOUNTAINS: REACH THE SUMMITS!
Mountaineering is a vast discipline encompassing summer mountain hikes as well as ascents of 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, foot roll is important. Look towards mountaineering shoes with soles semi-rigid for maximum comfort. Lighter, they are more pleasant to wear and allow a more natural stride.
For ascents of major European summits, comfort is always a priority, but with a sole rigid and crampon-compatible for ascending glaciers and crossing more technical sections.
As the level increases, from graded routes up to PD+ (slightly difficult), the durability of the high-mountain shoe becomes a primary concern. For sections involving rock climbing, opt for narrow-toe models for greater precision. Sole stiffness will also be a major asset on these sections, as it better transmits your foot placements and power.
For ascents at very high altitude (above 7,000 m), shoe choice is even more specific — there are dedicated categories for this use to climb safely. For example, plastic-shell shoes or shoes with integrated gaiters.
For expeditions in high and medium mountain environments, sub-zero temperatures quickly affect the extremities. A membrane of the Gore-Tex ensures 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 high-mountain shoe range. This Italian brand specialising in mountain shoes shares our values of self-surpassing, eco-responsibility, durability and performance. The model RIBELLE HD (F/M) is lightweight and designed for fast and light technical mountaineering, via ferratas and demanding hikes 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 HDry membrane and the rubber rand will be your allies in the mountains!
We have also partnered with MEINDL to offer you highly technical shoes. This German brand is renowned for its centuries-old expertise and guarantees shoes that combine innovation, quality and comfort. The high-mountain shoe JORASSE GTX will deliver uncompromising reliability in the most extreme situations and on the most challenging 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, mountaineering shoes HAYATSUKI GTX (F/M) will take you to the mountain summits. Designed for alpine environments, these shoes are perfect for technical and challenging terrain. Equally at home on ice and scree. Built from quality materials to protect you in all conditions, they deliver warmth thanks to the waterproof and insulating Gore-Tex membrane and its Primaloft lining. Crampon-compatible, glaciers will no longer be a barrier.
At CimAlp, our walking and hiking shoes are quality and performance benchmarks. If you need expert advice, feel free to get in touch. To help with your choice, explore our dedicated selections:
- Men's hiking shoes
- Women's hiking shoes
- Scarpa mountaineering and hiking shoes
- Meindl mountaineering and hiking shoes
- Lowa hiking shoes
- Asolo hiking shoes
- Aku hiking shoes
