How to Choose Mountaineering Boots

Fully featured for fast-and-light alpine objectives, the waterproof/breathable Scarpa Charmoz 3-season women's mountaineering boots let you tackle long, fast-paced days over rock, snow and ice.
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View all Scarpa Women's Mountaineering Boots| Best Use | Mountaineering |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | HDry waterproof/breathable membrane |
| Upper | Synthetic leather/fabric |
| Midsole | Polyurethane/EVA |
| Support | Pro-Fiber XT 20 |
| Outsole | Vibram Pentax Precision XT |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Crampon Compatibility | Hybrid |
| Weight (Pair) | 2 lbs. 12 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
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On my quest for a good mountaineering boot, I attempted these after I found that La Sportivas ran way too narrow for me. These boots worked great. There was only one issue. There was an awkward pinch at the heel that whatever hike I did (long or short), I’d get blisters and sometimes blisters on top of blisters. They also run slightly small. If you think the blisters wouldn’t be a problem for you, these are really good boots. Otherwise, I’d go with Lowa’s, which I have and use currently.
These boots are very sturdy and I love how the stiff sole lets me walk down 30-45 degree slopes (and steeper). As a geologist who hikes a lot, they are great especially for off-trail scrambling. The sole is quite stiff, it definitely takes a hike or two to get used to them. After a hiking season and several trips of field work, there’s not much damage to the outside of the boots. I am impressed by how durable they are so far. One of the hooks which the laces wind around has come loose and twisted, but is still functional. I also love the color! They're bright which is fun.
Box said my size but the boots were the wrong side. No replacement, so they reimbursed me. Such a bummer