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La Sportiva Karakorum Mountaineering Boots - Men's
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La Sportiva Karakorum Mountaineering Boots - Men's

Item # 793828

$270.00

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The La Sportiva Karakorum boots deliver solid, heavy-duty support for tough wilderness courses, long hauls and ventures above the treeline, with the added bonus of crampon compatibility.

  • Uppers feature 2.8mm Idro-Perwanger silicone-impregnated roughout leather, which is highly water-resistant, breathable and extremely abrasion resistant
  • Vibram® rubber toe rands protect feet and uppers from bumps and abrasion; cuffs are reinforced with Cordura® nylon for increased longevity
  • Dry-Best® linings optimize moisture transfer away from feet with a system that includes Hydrofil® wicking nylon, keeping feet dry, cool and comfortable
  • 3D Flex™ ankle hinge system articulates for side-to-side flexibility and improved agility on uneven terrain; system also helps shorten break-in time
  • Polyurethane SBR Aircushion midsoles absorb shock and provide ample cushioning for long approaches
  • 8mm high density nylon insoles with anti-torsion plates provide support underfoot for handling uneven terrain and heavy loads
  • Vibram Couloir rubber outsoles supply superb traction on rough terrain; compatible with hybrid crampons

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 38. Please note: La Sportiva products can only be shipped to the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

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Item 793828

La Sportiva Karakorum Mountaineering Boots - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleMountaineering
CutHigh
WaterproofNo
UpperRoughout leather/nylon cuff/rubber
LiningNylon
MidsolePolyurethane
SupportNylon plate
OutsoleVibram rubber
Crampon compatibilityHybrid
Average weight4 pounds
Average weight - metric1.81 kilograms
GenderMen's

La Sportiva Karakorum Mountaineering Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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Sep

21

2009

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Awesome boot.....Thanks La Sportiva!!!!!

By k2herman

from San Diego, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy To Put On & Adjust
  • Great Grip

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Alpine Routes
    • Mixed Routes

    Comments about La Sportiva Karakorum Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

    I purchased this boot at REI after trying several La Sportiva models via the internet. (I've had a pair of Makalus for 11 years but my foot is now too big for them.) Not all La Sportivas fit alike!! At least with my feet.... :-)

    I wore the Karakorams for about five days prior to my trip for maybe a total of 5 hours, street walking only. Headed out to the Hoover wilderness/Toiyabe NP on Sep 18 with a 40+ pound pack. 5.5 miles to camp and 2400 ft elevation gain--Horse creek trail. Lots of rock and some very steep loose rock. The boots kept me sure footed at all times! I had to loosen my right boot once as my feet began to swell about 2.5 hrs in. After establishing camp I was astounded to find NO blisters!!!

    Walked out with <40lbs on Sep 20, again no blisters!! EXTREMELY pleased. A successful summit of the Matterhorn on Sep 19 using my La Sportiva Cirque Pros rounded off the trip!!!

    I won't leave home without them the next 10 years!!!

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Sizing:
    • Feels half size too small

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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    Dec

    5

    2009

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    Comfy but not dry

    By gimpilator

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Outdoor Professional

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Put On & Adjust
    • Great Grip

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about La Sportiva Karakorum Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

        I bought these boots to climb the Washington Volcanoes. I have taken them on many 14,000 foot peaks in Colorado. I just used them on Orizaba, the 3rd highest peak in North America. They are the most comfy boots I have ever owned. Never a blister. BUT!!! Unfortunately they don't hold up in wet snow. I was told by an REI employee that Italian Perriwanger leather out-performs Goretex. This turned out to be false. I have taken very good care of these boots and every time I wear them in snow, the water gets in. I'm going to return them.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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