La Sportiva Spectre 2.0

Description

Spectre 2.0 is the evolved, four buckles ski mountaineering boot dedicated to skimountaineers and free-riders looking for the perfect combination of power, control, endurance and the precision of an alpine boot, with the qualities of mobility, maneuverability and the lightness of a new generation ski mountaineering boot.

Downhill, the transmission of power and control of the ski is accentuated by the use with the TR2 safety binding, thanks to the perfect compatibility guaranteed by the Skitrab system with which it is sufficient to remove the two metal features. The shell is made of lightweight and durable Grilamid while the patented Vertebra Technology™ loaded carbon locking system, is a structural part of the boot and facilitates the transmission of power in the downhill phase thanks to the exceptional “125-Flex” qualities of flexibility. The mobility of the shell equal to 60 ° of the total excursion, together with the accentuated gliding and the system patented EZ Flex ™ system of the innerboot, accentuate the walkability of the product, usable also for technical passages on rocks and slippery surfaces thanks to the full Vibram dual mix/double density outsole. The unique triple compatibility with TECH race bindings, AT and Trab TR2 bindings, allows for unprecedented versatility. A revolutionary evolution.

+ G-Shell™: Our super-compact lower shell is only 303 mm long for a size 27.5. We use the ultra-lightweight nylon polymer Grilamid® because it allows us to reduce the thickness of the lower shell wall without sacrificing stiffness or power. The compact shape allows for precise footing during technical ascents. The innovative Rear Diffuser element powers the boot’s extended range of motion. This diffuser element allows incredible best-in-category true 60° range of motion — 30° rearward and 30° forward (buckles closed). Open the buckles and you get an additional 10°-15° forward range of motion. The diffuser also works to keep your heel locked down when the boot is flexed in the forward direction.

+ Cuff: The Spectre’s ingenious Dual-Axis Cuff™ consists of two individual elements working together: (1) a Pebax® dual-density two-buckle Climbing System Control™ cuff that provides lateral control and increased ankle articulation for technical climbing, and (2) a Carbon Reinforced Grilamid® Vertebra Technology™ exos

S&W Verdict:

“Excellent flexibility in walk mode, light weight, & stiff in ski mode.  We think this is an excellent all round touring boot”