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Finding a comfort and performance balance between lightweight trail boots and heavy-duty hikers, the Kailash GTX hiking boot from Scarpa is a versatile option for on and off trail. At less than a pound and a half, these boots are light enough for quick day hikes, but if the agenda calls for a longer sojourn, the durable suede uppers, waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX liner, and traction-proficient Vibram soles are ready for the challenge. Specifications based on size 42.
Ideal for trail hiking and rugged day hikes regardless of weather, Scarpa's Kailash GTX hiking boots keep feet dry with maximum comfort. Editors' Choice Backpacker Magazine 2008.
The Scarpa Men's Kailash GTX Hiking Boot provides the durability of a suede upper and the waterproof breathable performance of Gore-Tex. A Vibram Hi-Trail Lite sole creates all the traction you need for anything from scree to dirt to mud, and it lasts for years and years of trail time. Scarpa added a protective rubber toe cap to this midweight boot, so you don't go wearing it out before its time. The Kailash GTX Hiking Boot supports your ankles well enough for a weeklong trip yet remains light enough for day hikes.
The Scarpa Kailash, winner of the 2008 Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice Award, is a perfect all-around hiking boot with or without a pack in any type of terrain. A Gore-Tex liner helps the boot breath and the tough Vibram Hi-Trail Lite soul was built to endure the riggors of aggressive hiking and backpacking while keeping the boot relatively light. The Kailash is the perfect all around hiking boot.
The Kailash GTX is ideal for trail hiking, rugged day hikes, and regular abuse.
A medium-weight boot with maximum comfort.
Suede upper.
Gore-Tex lining.
Comfort-Flex midsole.
Vibram Hi-Trail Lite sole.
BX last.
Q 3/4 heel.
U.00 shaft height.
Q2.50 circumference.
R2.00 oz.
Product measurements were taken using size 41 (US 8). Please note that measurements may vary by size.
The Kailash GTX is ideal for trail hiking, rugged day hikes, and regular abuse. This is a medium-weight boot with maximum comfort.
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| Ankle Height: | Mid Cut |
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| Ankle Support: | Good |
| Avg. Weight (Pair): | 2 lb. 12 oz. |
| Country of Origin: | China |
| Lacing: | Standard |
| Lining: | GORE-TEX |
| Manufacturer Warranty: | 1 Year |
| Material: | [Upper] suede; [Insert] Gore-Tex |
| Midsole: | Comfort-flex |
| Outsole: | Vibram® Hi-Trail Lite |
| Outsole Flex: | Moderate |
| Recommended Use: | Backpacking |
| Sole: | Vibram Hi-Trail Lite |
| Terrain: | Rough |
| Upper: | suede |
| Vegan: | No |
| Waterproof: | Yes |
| Weight: | [Pair, size 9] 22oz (630g) |
| Weight per pair: | 1 lb 6.2 oz |
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| A good choice! I almost always look for product reviews before making purchase decisions, so here is my two cents worth. I hope this will help someone like me. Recently, I decided to get back into hiking and backpacking after a long hiatus. My first priority was to get new boots to replace my old traditional hiking boots made by Pacific Mountain Sports. I headed to REI near my house and tried virtually every mid-weight boot they had. (You know how it goes: some were a little wide, some pinched across the top, some didn't have good cushion, etc.) A pair of Vasque Wasatch GTX boots fit very well, but I wanted to do a little more research before plunking down the bucks only to find a better boot later. I poked around the internet and found Backpacker magazine's review of the Scarpa Kailash. I figured that if this boot was their Editor's Choice, it was worth a look. Originally, I could not find them in my size (US 11) anywhere and purchased its sibling boot, the Mustang GTX instead. Upon their arrival, I immediately tried them on with my thick military boot socks and Coolmax liners both made by "Techspun." Before even lacing the boots up, I knew I needed an 11 1/2 (US). After processing my return, I found the Kailash GTX (size 11 1/2) in stock and quickly ordered them. I received them following day thanks to Zappos.com upgrading me to overnight delivery via FEDEX. I tried them on and found the 11 1/2 fit perfectly. I wore them around the house for a few hours to get a good feel for them and was truly amazed at how much cushion they had. The Kailash GTX's were literally light years away from my old all leather hiking boots with Vibram Kletterlift soles. (I've had two knee operations, so cushioning is now a priority for me.) My first hike was around two miles on decent dirt trails (I had my 4 year old with me) in the local foothills. The boots were very comfortable and secure/supportive in all the right places. Great forefoot flex. No blisters, heel slippage, or hot spots. My second hike was 4 miles on decomposed granite as well as crushed/broken stone in the area of Mt. Lowe, Angeles National Forest. Going up, I noticed a hot spot on my right heel and dreaded my decision to wear one of my Techspun boot socks that was worn thin in the heel. (After my first hike without any problems, I figured I could get away with it.) I laced the boots a little tighter which helped lock my heel in better, but the very small blister had already started to form. On the way down, I hit some loose rock and rolled my ankle. The boots provided great support and were stiff enough across the ankle to prevent injury. I am very happy with the boots and would highly recommend them. Backpacker magazine obviously did their research and picked a fine boot that needs little or no break-in period. I don't think you will be disappointed by these boots. I would only caution buyers to choose a half size larger if they happen to wear thick wool socks. After this positive experience, I think I'm a Scarpa customer for life. Thank you to Zappos for great customer service and a great selection of boots. | |
| Anonymous at Zappos.com on 07/07/2008 | |
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| I'm getting ready for a Colorado backpack trip and needed some new hiking boots/shoes. I've found Backpacker magazine reviews are always helpful and I took 3 of their recommended shoes to the test: Hi-Tec V-Lite Mach 2, Scarpa Kailash GTX, and Kayland Zephyr. The Hi-Tec shoes were noticeably of lesser quality construction, however, they are cheaper in price than the Scarpa and Kayland. I didn't really like the lacing system. It was hard to make good adjustments on the upper and lower part of the boot independently. My foot is somewhat narrow to medium volume and I found it too big for my foot. I think the boot is better for medium to higher volume feet. The shoe insole/insert is nothing to speak of as it is somewhat thin. I would recommend an aftermarket. I also don't think the boot would be good for carrying more than a 35 pound pack. The soles were also not as sturdy or grippy as the other two boots. It was a much harder choice between the Scarpa and Kayland. I liked the color of the Scarpa as well as the actual shoe lace construction. The insoles are about the same as the Hi-Tec so I would recommend an aftermarket replacement. You can wear these boots comfortably right out of the box due to their partial suede construction. The soles will support comfortably a 40 pound pack, however, they aren't as grippy as the Kayland, not to say the Scarpa traction is not good. It just was slightly lesser than the Kayland. The lower eye-let construction was somewhat of a concern for me. I'm not sure if over time, the ends of the eyelets could break off as they have a pivot to them. Both the Kayland and Scarpa weigh pretty much the same when I weighed them on my scale...1 pound 6 oz per boot. What I liked about the Kayland is the stiffer sole, including its gripping power. It has more gripping points than the Scarpa. The polyurethane skeleton gives the shoe more durability and stability, though it's noticeably a little tighter around the mid-foot than the Scarpa (due to the its suede construction). I feel confident to say the Kayland can support a 50 pound pack weight. The lacing system and eyelets are great as they are linked to the exoskeleton and allow you to easily suck in or loosen the fore foot area to expand its width. I also thought the ankle support is better than the Scarpa. The Scarpa ankle support area flexes easily due to the suede construction. The insoles are a higher quality than the Scarpa. I wouldn't recommend changing them out until you have enough mileage to justify the cost of a replacement. Right now, it's hard to find the Kayland or the Scarpa on the internet. These two boots are definitely of great quality and construction. You decide. Order them both and wear them around your house. I tried them on each evening for about a week before I finally made enough mental notes to reach a final decision. | |
| vascalercio at Zappos.com on 07/22/2009 | |
A comfortable, capable boot | |
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First up the sizing is pretty spot on. Those with a wider foot (as I do) will still be comfortable in this boot just by selecting their regular size. Scarpa seem to build these a little long which is great in minimising toe crush on extended descents. That said, some minor rubbing did occur on my little toes after a continuous five mile decent but i would have expected this regardless. For those coming out of trail shoes, the Scarpas can feel a little firm underfoot but this is in keeping with their role and can be easily remedied with some softer inserts. The grip is good in dry and wet but does require a little use to wear off the factory finish and get the best traction from the tread. The leather simply beads water off and the goretex lining does a great job for waterproof-ness and in minimising sweatiness. After only about 30 miles of trekking in them so far the boots seem extremely well built with no real signs of use. The general feel of snugness and comfort around the foot and ankle is great. My only gripe is that the laces are thin and are not held under tension by the top two pairs of tangs, a feature I am used to on other boots.Overall however, I am very pleased with my Kailash's and certainly have no buyer's remorse. | |
| ddm3317494 at Backcountry.com | |
Great boots, just a little narrow | |
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I bought mine abou a month ago and so far I have really just been wearing them at work and school, but I have spent some time in them in Shenandoah NP. The toe box is a little narrow for me, but it doesn't bother me until I've put a few miles in the hills. I have a pretty wide forefoot (I can't wear penny loafers) so this isn't too surprising, and I may take them to a bootfitter to see what they can do. The arches are a little low with the stock insoles, but I replaced them with some Superfeet and it's all good (they take up a little more volume than the Scarpa insoles, though). | |
| Matthew Johnson at Backcountry.com on 01/26/2009 | |
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| Surprise! Lost among a sea of choices and reviews, I didn't know where to turn as I looked for a new pair of hiking shoes. Too many shoes that I took off the shelf felt like cement blocks. I was wearing out a pair of Rockports. A pair of Vasque Sundowners, they were handsome shoes, but heavy and stiff and I just couldn't seem to break them in and reach a degree of real comfort. Then an acquaintance, just getting into hiking, recommended Scarpa's which he had happened upon at random. Not certain whether I needed a size 8 or an 8.5, I ordered both sizes from Zappos. The 8 was too tight-fitting, but the 8.5 was as close to perfect as I could imagine in a hiking shoe. Snug, but not tight; stable, but not stiff; light-weight, but rugged at the same time. I like the lacing - no crimping behind the toes. The appearance? The color is okay and well, after all, these are hiking shoes and not fancy loafers. Hear me for Scarpas! The style I have is the Kailash (named for a sacred and therefore unscaled mountain in the Himalayas). | |
| Charles D at Zappos.com on 05/22/2009 | |
Phat Boot! | |
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This is an absolutely awesome boot. I'll tell you the only negative up front. It could use a little more padding on the tongue and around the ankle area. Positive from here. First trip was Mount LeConte and it seemed like I had owned them for years. Zero break in time. The Vibram Hi-Trail Lite sole is great. I have put about one hundred miles of trail wear on these boots and the soles are better now than out of the box. Serious hikers know exactly what I mean. had them in snow for hours on the way up and down Mount Sterling and my feet were always comfortable and the Gore-Tex keeps me dry. I can honestly say I'll buy more Scarpa boots. I'm heading out west this June for some 14er's and I'll be wearing these boots. I love them. I bought Steph a pair for her B-Day and after a lacing issue she is all smiles too. | |
| Doug at Backcountry.com on 12/23/2008 | |
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| Great medium weight backpacking boots - I read a review in Backpacker magazine that the Scarpa Kailash boots were the best and they were right. I was a great fan of Vasque Sundowners, but they no longer make a narrow boot, what a shame. I have done Scouting for years and cannot tell you how many endorsements I have made for Sundowners, but no more. The Scarpa Kailish's were comfortable right out of the box and very stable. They have become my go to boot and I am going to be happy to promote these boots to the hundreds of Scouts and Scouters I make hiking/backpacking presentations to. Zappos is the best for ordering shoes, if you have already tried them on before and know what you are looking for, avoids sending the shoes/boots back if they don't fit. I have ordered a number of shoes from Zappos and have always been satisfied with their customer service. | |
| Dann at Zappos.com on 04/16/2009 | |
Awesome for Afghanistan | |
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I ordered these suckers because they got great reviews and their color went along with the rest of my uniform. They have not let me down. After four days walking around my office I had the pleasure of taking them out on a mission that lasted four days! They never gave me a single problem. They hiked up and down mountains 4-5 times daily and were routinely soaked while digging trucks out of the mud. My feet were never uncomfortable or wet. After 4 days taking them off only once to change socks, the only complaint I had was the smell when I took them off, ha! I'd recommend them to any one. I would also recommend ordering a half size small. I ordered my normal boot size and they have just a tad bit more room in them than I'd like but they still work great. | |
| mai100308045 at Backcountry.com on 04/20/2009 | |
NIce Boots | |
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I purchased these Scarpas in mid-December, put them on and have rarely taken them off. They are really comfortable, with no manufacturing quality issues (stitching and materials are perfect). The sizing was just right (I wear a 9 1/2 sneaker and bought a 42.5). Looking at them, there is an impression that they are a bit narrow, but they conform to your foot shape really well and there are no tight spots. I'd have to say that this impression is confined to the exterior of the boot. There is plenty of room inside, so you can flex your feet and wiggle your toes without meeting resistance. | |
| Jack F. at Backcountry.com on 02/02/2009 | |
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| I originally purchased these in my normal loafer size, which was about one size too small. I would suggest going one size larger than your shoe size as they run small.\r\n\r\nI took these up to Banff, AB after wearing them just for a few days. They required virtually no break-in period and were extremely comfortable for my trip and hikes. The Scarpa\'s kept my feet dry and comfortable and provided superb grip even on the Columbia Icefields. They are probably the best day hiking shoe for people who need smaller sizes.\r\n\r\nI have to compliment Zappos on their customer service. They were able to exchange these for the larger size after I bought the smaller first pair within 3 days, so I had them in plenty of time before my trip. | |
| Eddie A at Zappos.com on 08/17/2009 | |
no arch | |
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Great fit right out of the box but 10 miles into the trail with 50 lbs on my back I dicovered that the editors of backpacker magazine must all be flat footed becouse these boots have absolutely no arch support. Now after spending 40 dollors on inserts I am still afraid to bring these botts back on the trail. Thanks Backpacker magazine for you editors choice awards not. | |
| pistolpete0142239882 at Backcountry.com on 06/30/2008 | |
Scarpa Kailash GTX | |
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Toe box too narrow. They fit great on flat ground and trails, but crush my toes on the downhills. Go for it if you have narrow toes. | |
| ibikeaz1636270 at Backcountry.com on 11/10/2008 | |
Nice boot bad fit | |
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| I actually like this boot, traction is overall very good, support is good insoles are basically worthless but that is not unusual. All of my complaints are with the fit. I ordered a 13 my normal size. In this size the right foot seamed to be a little tight at the ball of the foot area but the left was not only tight it jammed the toes so tight it could not be worn. I would say these run a half size small. I returned them and EMS special ordered me a size 14. Thought that might work and out of the box they did fit better but were still tight in the ball area of the foot. However I was again disappointed, after wearing them out on a multi day Backpacking fishing trip my feet were killing me . This is a narrow boot in the front and has no give and being a size larger the heal was to lose. I have to add I have a wide front foot with a narrow ankle so I am a hard fit anyway. But I have to add there was nothing I could do to adjust the fit. Tried several types of insoles different adjustments on the laces nothing worked and they were special order so I guess I am stuck. If you have a narrow foot I think this boot would be a good fit just not for me and my big feet., | |
| Opus at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 10/08/2009 | |
Good Price | |
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| Nice hiking boot with virtually no break in required. These boots are a nice compromise to the all leather hiking boots. Getting the correct size can be problematic when purchasing from an on-line vendor. No noticeable arch support. Narrow toe box which, I believe, is why the sizing may feel 1/2 to a full size too small. The heel of the boot is elevated so it promotes good forward foot roll. However, using after-market inserts, with an elevated heel, makes the boot feel smaller and tends to push your foot forward into the small toe box area. No noticeable wear areas on the fabric as of yet. Laces could be longer especially if your foot is thick or you have high arches. I believe this boot would suit individuals with a narrow foot and low to medium arches. My recommendation: Try the Scarpa's on before buying them and bring along your inserts. | |
| Jesus J at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 07/20/2009 | |
Decent boot | |
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I used these for about three months and have a 100 miles or so on the boots. These took 15 miles to properly break in. | |
| NL at Backcountry.com on 04/20/2009 | |
worn soles | |
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Further to my review posted on 31 July 2008, I have worn the boots for app 4months, covering app 8Kilometers per day, around 640 kms 90% of the time on grass mowing lawns,Sadly the soles around the balls of both feet have no tread left at all, | |
| grahar100155467 at Backcountry.com on 12/29/2008 | |
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| Not for me - After reading the reviews, how could I not want to buy this shoe? Well, I think for the price, you can get much better for less money. Did not like the break in at all! Still not fully broken in 12 days later wearing them 8 to 10 hours a day. Shoe was also very narrow, a toe jammer for a person who has never needed a wide width shoe. Just my opinion, but I think a better shoe would be North Face, Asolo, or Vasque. | |
| Anonymous at Zappos.com on 11/28/2008 | |
Right choice ? | |
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I too agree with pistolpete and painless, there is little arch support and I am finding them quite narrow fitting. I mow lawns so i hope they will carry me 8 to 10 kilometers walking each day. They are definitely hard in the inner sole but i hope they will soften up in time. | |
| grahar100155467 at Backcountry.com on 08/04/2008 | |
