The Croda BOA GTX is a high-performance summer mountaineering boot engineered for agility, precision, and lightweight speed on technical alpine routes. Featuring the innovative BOA® Fit System, this boot allows for micro-adjustable, zone-specific tensioning to ensure absolute security and comfort during the most demanding vertical ascents.
Why you’ll love it:
- BOA® Fit System: Dual Li2 bi-directional rotors allow for independent, millimetric adjustment of the instep and ankle for a perfectly customized fit on the fly.
- High-Tenacity Elastic Gaiter: An integrated, water-repellent gaiter provides essential protection against snow and debris while offering superior abrasion resistance and total freedom of movement.
- Vibram® Croda Litebase Outsole: Specifically designed for stability and precision on technical passages, this ultra-lightweight sole is compatible with semi-automatic crampons.
- Elica Natural Stride System: This anatomical fit technology promotes biodynamic efficiency, following the natural shape of your foot to reduce fatigue during long alpine approaches.
- GORE-TEX More Seasons: A specialized waterproof lining that ensures your feet stay dry and comfortable across the varying conditions of high-altitude summer mountaineering.
Features
Dual BOA Adjustment
Designed for the agility required in summer mountaineering, the Croda BOA GTX features the innovative BOA Li2 closure system for a truly customized feel. The dual bidirectional rotors provide independent, precise adjustment around the instep and ankle to ensure a secure and responsive fit.
Vibram Croda Litebase
The Vibram Croda Litebase sole is up to 30% lighter than a traditional sole without sacrificing performance.
GORE-TEX
Engineered for the unpredictable weather of high-altitude summers, this advanced liner ensures your feet stay dry and comfortable in changing conditions. The waterproof and highly breathable membrane maintains an optimal internal microclimate, preventing overheating during intense exertion while blocking moisture from the outside.
Elica Natural Stride System
Our Elica Natural Stride System ensures an anatomical fit to provide better stability and weight distribution across your boot sole to reduce pressure points and encourage better form and performance.
Details
Lining Description: GORE-TEX® More Seasons
Sole: Vibram® Croda LiteBase Mountaineering Sole
Footbed: AKU Custom Fit Insole with Aluminum Insulation
Stiffness: Extra-Stiff
Lasting board: 4-6mm Nylon + Carbon Fiber
Midsole: Double Density Polyurethane
Upper: High Tenacity Stretch Fabric + Fill Rubber Rand
Resoleable: Yes
Weight: 770grams Per Boot
Handcrafted By AKU in Italy
Highlights
DUAL BOA® FIT SYSTEM
Achieve a perfectly customized fit in seconds. The dual-dial setup allows you to independently adjust the tension of the instep and the ankle, providing a secure, "second-skin" feel that won't loosen during technical climbs.
INTEGRATED HIGH-TENACITY GAITER
Keep snow, ice, and debris out without sacrificing agility. This water-repellent, high-tenacity fabric provides an additional layer of abrasion resistance while allowing for the maximum freedom of movement required for technical footwork.
VIBRAM® CRODA LITEBASE
Elite-level traction at a fraction of the weight. This outsole is specifically engineered for stability and precision on technical rock and ice passages and is fully compatible with semi-automatic crampons for versatile alpine use.
The Croda BOA GTX is Listed in US Men's Sizes. For US Women's Sizing, Add 1.5 to the Above Size