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A very light yet rigid boot that's suitable for use with automatic and semi-automatic crampons.
Suitable for demanding spring and summer mountaineering and ice climbing.
Rugged microfiber and ultra-resistant textile upper.
Lace Lock System enables the wearer to personalize the fit, down to the last millimeter; the last will not loosen and the foot will retain full range of movement and control.
eVent waterproof and breathable membrane keeps moisture away from your foot.
Primaloft insulation keeps you warm in inclement weather.
Dryver fabric lining.
Kayland's proprietary Vaporlite midsole supports and cushions over rough terrain.
Carbon-reinforced Molded Heel Counter is suitable for automatic/semi-automatic crampons, and its ergonomic design follows the natural contours of the heel, further enhancing the control and overall comfort of the foot.
E.C.T. Rock insole.
A5 last.
Vibram Teton rubber outsole maintains grip in cold weather, over all types of terrain.
Weight: 820 G.
From steep ice climbs to snowy summit ridges, the Kayland Men’s Apex XT Boot’s rigid platform and eVent waterproof breathable membrane give you full mountain performance without the weight of plastic-shell boots. Kayland’s Ankle Lock System secures your foot to eliminate heel lift and sprains, and the grippy Vibram sole adds premium traction on the approach or when you’re not wearing crampons. The rugged textile upper and sticky rubber rand hold up to prolonged mountain abuse.
| Crampon Compatible: | Yes, automatic |
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| Lacing: | Standard |
| Lining: | Dryver |
| Manufacturer Warranty: | 1 Year |
| Material: | [Shell] nylon textile, microfiber; [Insert] eVent |
| Recommended Use: | Mountaineering, ice climbing |
| Removable Liner: | No |
| Sole: | Vibram Teton |
| Weight: | [Pair] 3lb 10oz (1640g) |
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| Old school fit space age materials, awesome performance - I have a couple pair of Sportiva’s and they are nice boots. But never gotten the perfect fit I'd like from any of them. With the ease of shipping and returns at Zappos I decided to venture out and try some boots that I can't easily obtain locally in Seattle. I was looking for a light weight, rigid sole technical boot to climb in, steep ice, rock and hard mixed. This particular Kayland is very light, a full 1# lighter than my Sportiva Nepal Evos. The sole is more rigid, important with my size 12 feet, and more comfortable with a better fit. I have a very narrow heel with a normal width foot. Out of the box with the first lace up they felt "right". More like old school leather boots that fit but would take some break in than the current crop of synthetics that feel good right off but never really fit all that well long term. But little break in required. Huge rocker on the sole to help out on the totally rigid sole while walking. Almost too much so you'll want to make sure your crampons fit securely. (Mine do but it is close). Not the warmest boot out there but wasn't expecting much. Fine for anything in the lower 48 or summer in Canada and easy to lug around when they weigh as much as some of the current "fruit boots". The Apex is so good for fit and performance I'll be checking out the higher end models as well. These boots were a pleasant surprise and a "best buy" (1/2 the price of some of the Sportiva I own) for my feet and use. | |
| Dane at Zappos.com on 02/29/2008 | |
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| Kayland Rocks! Very happy with the boot for the most part. Plus side: Great fit; I am a 10 1/2, ordered same in the fit, it was spot on (mid volume foot). Great traction, but if going through mud, the lugs do not throw mud well and the boot packs quite a bit. Good downhill breaking and going uphill is a breeze. Light weight! On the negative side: Took them to Mt. Whitney last week, with unusually high temps (70-80's at altitude). Had too thick of a sock (Thorlo 3) and within an hour, my feet, despite the e-vent lining, were very wet, and I got some bad heel blisters. The hot spots hit so fast by the time I stopped to change socks, heels were bleeding. My fault because of the type of sock, but don't know how the boot would fit with just a liner type of sock. So, I would not wear these boots again during the summer. | |
| Spencer at Zappos.com on 07/20/2008 | |
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| Best fit out of many - I have a medium width/low volume foot with a narrow heel; prone to heel slippage and difficult to get a really good fitting boot. I tried many of the most popular light mountaineering boots until I ran across these (and Zappos' free return policy got me to order). Best fit by far of anything I tried, without any special insoles. Broke them in with an 11 mile hike on mixed snow/rock/dirt to 11K. No blisters or heel slip. Really glad I took the chance and ordered these boots! | |
| Jim I at Zappos.com on 09/15/2009 | |
I really wanted to love them... | |
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Ok, I have owned these boots for over a year now and they are, overall, a good boot. They were just not for me for two issues, which I will get to. Sizing was spot on for me (I am an 11, low to mid volume). Weight is very light, which is great. Every ounce you can get off your foot is like a pound off your back. Traction was good, but downhill breaking in mud suffered because the tread packed up. If no mud, then good breaking. Excellent lacing system. Very stiff and has remained stiff for crampons etc. But, and here it is, the E-vent lining for me did not breath well at all. I found that even in cooler temps (40's) my feet would get hot spots and would be soaked (even with liners on only). Also, the seem that runs directly down the back of the heel has caused blisters in a bad, bad way. Too bad, because I really wanted to love them...wound up buying La Sportiva's. Review to follow. | |
| Spencer Arnold at Backcountry.com on 05/05/2009 | |
Typo... | |
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Don't raz me! 'Seem' should be seam. And I have no idea why the other stuff didn't come out...temp should be 40 degrees... | |
| Spencer Arnold at Backcountry.com on 05/05/2009 | |
