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Now with an impressively warm high altitude liner, Scarpa Inverno mountaineering plastic boots provide high-performance support and protection on frigid adventures.

Features removable, lace-up high altitude liners with a special reflective coating for top thermal performance, comfortable foam footbeds and an insulating brushed lining
Rigid and durable Pebax® plastic shells are completely waterproof and maintain flexibility in extreme cold
Hinged ankles and tongues made of soft plastic allow ankle flexibility; hard plastic uppers ensure support and protection
Rustproof, riveted hardware secures lacing; full rubber randing enhances edging ability and abrasion resistance
EVA midsoles add critical cushioning and insulation
Vibram® Stabeler outsoles offer excellent grip, stability and durability
Aggressively rockered soles balance the boots' stiffness and allow a normal gait during approach
Boots are compatible with step-in crampons

Please note: These boots are UK sizing. Refer to size chart US equivalents.

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Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's

4.0

(based on 12 reviews)

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Great grip (10)
Easy to put on & adjust (7)
Comfortable (6)
Versatile (6)

Cons

Heavy / bulky (5)

Best Uses

Alpine routes (10)
Heavy snow (9)
Mixed routes (6)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  60%
  (6 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big

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Nov

2008

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Durable high altitude boot

By Ecuador Explorer

from Quito, Ecuador

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Pros

Great Grip

Cons

Best Uses

Alpine Routes

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

I am using these boots for climbing with crampons in the Andes. The temperatures have not been below 10F so I have not put them to an extreme cold test. They have been warm, very stable with crampons, dry with regular gaiters and, for the most part, are comfortable out of the box. I have been getting unusual hot spots on my chins wearing these boots. I rented some Koflach Degree boots (also plastic) and did not have a similar problem so it appears to be the Scarpas rubbing my chins. Being plastic, they are not great for the hike to the glacier. Given the relatively mild temperatures here in Ecuador, I wish I had looked at some of the more flexible alternatives such as the La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boot.

Nov

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Good Nonspecific Boot

By Sweet Baby Ray

from Eagle River, AK

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Pros

Durable
Great Grip
Versatile
Warm

Cons

Bulky
Heavy
Not waterproof

Best Uses

Boot Packing
Heavy Snow
Slogging

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

I used this boot for both ice/mixed climbing and alpine routes, and in both cases the boot certainly gets the job done. It is not the most technical boot for vertical ice, the boot has a pretty big profile, so you're not as close to the ice as you'll be with a single boot or simply a more technical double boot. Upside is, it provides good ankle support, and is warm enough in almost all cases (once it drops below -20 F the toes start to lose feeling if you're climbing or belaying). I had a problem with the liner pinching down just above my toes, and my feet are fairly average. That's just something I'd be sure to check up on before you take the plunge especially if you'll be venturing into sub-zero temps for extended periods of time. Being a plastic boot however, they are incredibly durable, and hold up extremely well against almost everyone that one could put them through. Because of their great support, if you're slogging up 50 degree ice and snow, they work wonderfully. Because they are fairly rigid, they're not fun for long, flat walks, but not many boots will be. Be wary if you have to do any river crossings, water easily seeps through the crease where the tongue meets the body of the boot, so be industrious and try to avoid such situations, or get ready to wring out your socks and have wet feet.

All around they're a decent boot. For non technical and moderately cold weather mountaineering, this boot is a good choice. If you're looking to do more technical climbing, or simply want something a little lighter and more specialized, I'd look to either a nice and warm single boot (La Sportiva Batura) or some good technical double boots (depending on warmth and fit some good ones are the La Sportiva Spantik (warm double), Scarpa Omega (light technical double), or the Asolo 8000(warm moderately technical double).

I'd recommend this as an all purpose non-technical slogging boot, but (again) for a more technical or more performance boot, look elsewhere.

Aug

2009

(4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Nice boot.

By 14er fan

from College Station, TX

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Pros

Great Grip
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Heavy Snow

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

These boots did not do noticeable damage to my shins or toes on Rainier. You must get it sized right by someone who knows their stuff (about 2 fingers behind your heel w/o sock) or your toes will hurt. I also used expedition wool socks and I've never gotten a blister. My feet are not that tough so this is saying something. These are great for December climbs of 14ers in Colorado. I have used chemical toe warmers and it works great for the cold mornings. Even w/o the warmers my toes don't get too cold but I get cold toes very easy. Overall this boot is very good and simple. I will be buying the high altitude liners and overboots for McKinley. It is more versatile than a single boot and cheaper than buying the second pair of boots.

Jul

2009

(4 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Pain and destruction

By PDX

from Portland

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Pros

Cons

Poor Grip

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Heavy Snow
Mixed Routes

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

Climbed Mt Rainier with these boots and came back with 2 black big toes nails due to toe bang. Another friend couldn't climb due to shin bang. At base camp half the climbers wearing these boots had experienced similar issues. I spoke to a number of guides and they said that although they are durable they destroy the feet of a lot of people that wear them compared to other boots. In the end, if you want to make it to the top or walk when you get down, find another boot. Cheers.

Sep

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

warm and stable mountaineering boot

By leadbelly2550

from cabin john, maryland

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Pros

Easy To Put On & Adjust
Great Grip
Versatile

Cons

Bulky

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Heavy Snow
Mixed Routes

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

This is my only winter mountaineering boot. I'm not a vertical ice guy, but i have used it for every other kind of winter hiking, climbing, and mountaineering. mainly in the white mountains. They are excellent with crampons and snowshoes, fine for walking in a little snow. like all plastic mountaineering boots, they are heavy and clunky for walking on dry ground. these are warm boots (comes with an insulated/high altitude inner liner as standard equipment now) - i have worn them to -25 fahrenheit, and my toes were fine with two pair of wool socks. they have worn well despite the proximity to steel spikes, ice axes, ski poles, and so on. make sure to try them on well in advance of any excursion so the size is correct, as they may be UK-sized rather than US. leave extra space for very cold weather. worth a test hike; some people find these boots very uncomfortable on their shins, though i haven't had that issue.

Nov

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Good one

By Bendy

from Northern DE

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust
Great Grip
Versatile

Cons

Bulky

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Mixed Routes

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

First off everyone has different feet and one type of boot may be good for you and horrible for someone else. Take the time to try on several different types and try them out. [...]. Tie your boots loose unless you're doing ice climbing. Tying them as tight as possible will lead to blister city regardless of the brand. You want heel lift. I used these on a Rainer climb and not one complaint aside from being obnoxiously loud sounding like a robot going up and down the mountain, but eventually you tune it out. Besides you cares about noise when your feet feel great. Crampons go on with ease. Recommend the blue superfeet for less volume for added comfort. The blue ASOLO plastics feet trash feet and fall apart . Witnessed it 1st hand. only reason not for 5 star was because the boots aren't fully waterproof and noise.

Apr

2011

3.0

Warm, But Bulky

By Canyonhiker

from Flagstaff AZ

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Pros

Cons

Bulky

Best Uses

Alpine Routes

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

I bought these boots primarily for warmth during alpine excursions, and for that purpose they worked well. Unfortunately they are heavy, bulky, and uncomforable, and I found myself dreading the prospect of wearing them. I experienced painful toe bang, and they feel like you are wearing ski boots due to minimum ankle flex. In my view they work best in colder slow type hiking, but because I am in Search and Rescue I need to move fast. I finally gave up and bought some Scarpa Mont Blanc leather mountaineering boots, which I love. They are a single boot, so not in the same league as a double boot for warmth, but they make up for it in light weight and comfort.

Oct

2010

5.0

Amazing boots

By jaykg

from Redlands CA

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust
Great Grip

Cons

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Heavy Snow

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

These boots are perfect all around boots providing you are in cold weather. One thing to keep in mind with these boots buy them one size larger than your street shoe size and make sure you get the right liner for them a standard liner and a High altitude liner. I got the high altitude as I will be climbing Denali with them. You will be able to see them in action on my blog [@]

Jun

2010

5.0

Solid Mountaineering boots!

By SCUBAMASTER

from Wisconsin

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust
Great Grip
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Heavy Snow
Mixed Routes
Vertical Ice

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

Solid boots at a great price. I used for mixed, heavy snow and vertical ice climbing and they took it all in style.

Jun

2010

5.0

Great Boots

By tygrubb

from Denver, CO

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust
Great Grip

Cons

Not Versatile

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Heavy Snow

Comments about Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

The Invernos give a climber a great boot for general mountaineering and climbing. The high altitude liner is especially comfortable and warm. I usually have problems with poor circulation in my feet but these boots have kept me warm in cold weather climbs in CO and the Pacific Northwest. The boots work great with crampons and are easy to put on. The one downside is they're not very versatile and only work great with general mountaineering. They're a little heavy for any vertical ice and would be cumbersome for very long expeditions. That being said, they serve their specific purpose perfectly.