La Sportiva Karakorum SKU: #7542790
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- Take in all of Mother Nature's breath taking beauty in a pair of these Karakorum mountaineering and backpacking boots from La Sportiva®.
- Ideal boots for NOLS and Outward Bound courses.
- Features 2.8mm Idro-Perwanger leather uppers withstand years of abuse.
- Vibram® rubber rand.
- Padded Cordura® cuff.
- Dry-Best® lining.
- 8mm high-density nylon with anti-torsion plate.
- SBR Aircushion midsole.
- Makalu board construction.
- Multi-directional 3D Flex™ hinge promotes easy flex and faster break-in period.
- Aggressive Vibram® Couloir sole with semi-automatic crampon attachment for alpine climbing.
- Weight: 2 lbs 3 oz
- Product measurements were taken using size 43. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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2 people found this review helpful
January 4, 2011
Anonymous
from Idaho
These were purchased for my son, who is a real outdoorsman. His last pair (identical to these) lasted him about 10 years. He waterproofed them per directions from the manufacturer and loves them. He says they are true to size.
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January 18, 2011
Mike
from British Columbia
This is my fifth pair of La Sportiva boots. I use them for fire fighting in BC. Had Glaciers and Makalus. The latter wasn't available in my size so went with the Karakorum. Ordered my usual size and 1/2 size bigger. Heard they were a little short. Liked the larger size better. Seem very comfortable and supportive. Had very good experience with the previous Sportivas so hope to have the same with these. Only concern with the Karakorum is the synthetic extending down the back from the cuff and may not be the best for fire fighting. Tell you in a couple of years.
Brands I'd also recommend: La Sportiva Makalu
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March 1, 2012
Gary
from Idaho
I did some research before buying these boots. I had my foot measured twice, just to make sure, and I visited the La Sportiva website which recommended buying a half size bigger. I followed their advice and they came in perfect. I took the factory inserts out and put my own in. I now have a little over 360 miles in them climbing, on and off trails, post holding through snow and snowshoeing. I think they are as close as you can get to a wonderful all around boot. Great fit, very supportive and a terrific value for the money. They seem very warm so summer use may be limited - we'll have to see. I would highly recommend these to a friend but with the understanding they make sure of the fit. That is critical no matter what boots you decide on.
Brands I'd also recommend: Lowa
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About La Sportiva
The breadth of the La Sportiva® product quiver is unsurpassed. They make boots for Everest; they make climbing shoes for pushing the 5.15 envelope; and they make running shoes that deliver a great ride on anyone's favorite trail. Whatever footwear the outdoor consumer needs, La Sportiva® has the highest quality, most innovative product to meet the need.
Constantly searching for more advanced technologies for their shoes and products, La Sportiva® also gains inspiration from the outside world from which they strive to nurture and respect. Dealing within a worldwide market, La Sportiva® has over 80 years of history behind them and continue to produce top quality footwear, destined for the new generations, with the most modern ways of understanding the mountains.
