Tecnica Cochise 115 W Alpine Touring Boot

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Description

The Tecnica Cochise 115 W is a 115-flex women's freeride hybrid boot on a 99mm last, built for resort-first skiers who still want GripWalk, MNC, and pin/tech binding compatibility for the occasional tour.

Tech Specs
Features

  • Flex: A stout 115 flex for strong, aggressive women skiers.
  • Weight: 1,640 g per boot.
  • Last: A 99mm medium-volume last with a women's-specific, performance-oriented fit.
  • Walk Mode: The T-Ride ski/walk mechanism with a 50-degree range of motion.
  • Shell: A dual-density lower with a bi-injected carbon and polypropylene cuff.
  • Liner: A women's C.A.S. Custom Adaptive Shape liner, fully heat moldable.
  • Soles: A Vibram GripWalk (ISO 23223) sole with certified DYN tech inserts.
  • Closure: Four buckles with a power strap.

115-Flex Women's Freeride Hybrid Boot

Tecnica Cochise 115 W Alpine Touring Boot

The Tecnica Cochise 115 W Alpine Touring Boot is a 115-flex women's freeride hybrid boot on a 99 mm medium-volume last, weighing 1,640 grams per boot, with a 50-degree range of motion and a GripWalk (ISO 23223) sole carrying certified tech inserts. The Cochise 115 W is built for hard-charging women who ride the resort most days but want one four-buckle boot that also earns bootpacks and shorter tours.

Expert Fit Review Fit profile and recommendations reviewed by CCBB bootfitters.

Is This the Right Boot for You?

Best For
Advanced to expert women skiers who spend most days at the resort and want real touring access from one boot. The Tecnica Cochise 115 W suits average-volume feet and pairs well with all-mountain and freeride skis from 90 to 110 mm underfoot.
Consider Another Boot If
You tour more than you ride lifts, count grams on long climbs, or need a wide, high-volume fit. At 1,640 grams the Cochise 115 W is heavy next to dedicated women's touring boots like the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro W.

CCBB Boot Ratings

Uphill Efficiency
3/5
50° ROM, heavy at 1,640 g
Downhill Performance
5/5
Stout 115 women's flex
Walking Comfort
3/5
GripWalk grip, usable stride
Transition Speed
3/5
T-Ride mode, four buckles

Rating scale: 5 = top of its class, 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = specialized or below average, and 1 = limited.

CCBB Fit Profile

Overall VolumeMedium
Toe BoxNarrow
Forefoot VolumeNarrow
Instep HeightMedium
Heel HoldGood
Ankle HoldGood
PunchabilityGood
Heat MoldableYes

Why We Like It

  • The Tecnica Cochise 115 W skis a stout 115 flex on a stable four-buckle chassis that drives all-mountain and freeride skis with authority.
  • A 99 mm medium-volume last with a women's-specific C.A.S. shell and liner holds the heel securely and takes fit work well.
  • The GripWalk (ISO 23223) sole and certified tech inserts let the Cochise 115 W run GripWalk, MNC, and pin/tech bindings, so one boot covers resort and touring setups.
  • A 50-degree range of motion and the T-Ride ski/walk mechanism make bootpacks and short tours realistic in a boot this stiff.
  • A bi-injected carbon and polypropylene cuff gives the Cochise 115 W a powerful, progressive flex sized for women's leg shape.
  • Vibram rubber soles hold traction on icy transitions and rocky approaches.

Best Uses

  • Resort-first skiing with occasional touring
  • All-mountain and freeride skis 90 to 110 mm underfoot
  • Sidecountry laps and short bootpacks
  • Advanced to expert women skiers wanting one crossover boot
  • Women with average-volume feet

Bootfitter's Advice

The Tecnica Cochise 115 W fits as a medium-volume boot on a 99 mm last, with a snug performance heel pocket and a narrow forefoot tuned to women's proportions. After fitting hundreds of women's crossover boots, we find the Cochise 115 W suits skiers who want alpine-style hold rather than a relaxed touring fit. The women's C.A.S. shell and liner are fully heat moldable and the polymer lower punches well for common trouble spots.

Skiers with wide forefeet or high-volume feet should plan on fit work or look at a higher-volume shell. Because the Cochise 115 W is a stiff 115-flex boot, we recommend confirming both length and volume with a shell fit before buying, and warming the liner mold to sharpen the heel hold.

Fit profile reviewed by CCBB bootfitters. Final sizing should be confirmed with a shell fit whenever possible.

Technical Specifications Manufacturer specs · Click to expand

Fit and Construction

Weight
1,640 g per boot.
Last
99 mm (medium volume)
Flex
115
Range of Motion
50°
Shell
Dual-density lower shell
Cuff
Bi-injected carbon and polypropylene

Features and Compatibility

Walk Mode
T-Ride ski/walk mechanism
Closure
Four buckles with a power strap
Binding Compatibility
GripWalk (ISO 23223) sole with certified tech inserts; GripWalk, MNC, and pin/tech bindings
Sole
Vibram GripWalk (ISO 23223) with certified tech inserts
Forward Lean
13°
Liner
Women's C.A.S. Custom Adaptive Shape, heat moldable

Compare the Tecnica Cochise 115 W

Cochise 115 W vs. Tecnica Cochise 105 W

Both are women's Cochise hybrid boots on a 99 mm last. The Tecnica Cochise 115 W skis a stiffer 115 flex for stronger, more aggressive skiers, while the Tecnica Cochise 105 W softens the flex for lighter skiers or those who want easier flex access. Same fit and binding compatibility, different power.

Shop Tecnica Cochise 105 W

Cochise 115 W vs. Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro W

The Tecnica Cochise 115 W is a resort-first four-buckle boot with a stout downhill flex and a 50-degree walk mode, while the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro W is far lighter with a 60-degree range of motion for real touring. Choose the Cochise for the resort, the Zero G Tour Pro W for the skin track.

Shop Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro W

Cochise 115 W vs. Nordica Unlimited 105 W

These cross-shop as women's one-boot crossover options. The Tecnica Cochise 115 W leans resort-first with a stiffer flex and moldable C.A.S. fit, while the Nordica Unlimited 105 W trades some downhill stiffness for a lighter, more tour-friendly build. Choose based on how much you actually climb.

Shop Nordica Unlimited 105 W

Common Questions

Who should buy the Tecnica Cochise 115 W?
The Tecnica Cochise 115 W suits advanced to expert women skiers who ride the resort most days but want one boot that also handles sidecountry laps, bootpacks, and shorter tours. It fits average-volume feet best and drives all-mountain and freeride skis with a stout 115 flex.
Is the Cochise 115 W a true 50/50 touring boot?
No, and we would not sell it as one. At 1,640 grams per boot with a GripWalk sole and a 50-degree range of motion, the Tecnica Cochise 115 W is a resort-first boot with real touring capability, not a balanced 50/50 tourer. Women who tour more than they ride lifts should look at the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro W or Zero G Peak W.
What bindings work with the Cochise 115 W?
The Tecnica Cochise 115 W has a GripWalk (ISO 23223) sole with certified tech inserts. It works with GripWalk and MNC alpine bindings and with pin/tech touring bindings. It is not compatible with standard ISO 5355-only alpine bindings, so confirm your binding accepts a GripWalk sole.
How does the Cochise 115 W fit?
The Tecnica Cochise 115 W fits as a medium-volume boot on a 99 mm last, with a snug heel and a narrow forefoot tuned to women's proportions. Skiers with wide or high-volume feet should plan on fit work or a different shell.
Can the Cochise 115 W be heat molded and punched?
Yes. The Tecnica Cochise 115 W uses a women's C.A.S. Custom Adaptive Shape shell and liner that are fully heat moldable, and the polymer lower shell punches well for bunions, sixth toes, and navicular pressure. Plan on a professional fit for the best result.
What skis pair well with the Cochise 115 W?
The Tecnica Cochise 115 W drives all-mountain and freeride skis from 90 to 110 mm underfoot. Its 115 flex and four-buckle chassis have the power for wider skis and firm resort snow.
How well does the Cochise 115 W tour?
The Tecnica Cochise 115 W tours better than a pure alpine boot thanks to a 50-degree range of motion, a rockered GripWalk sole, and tech-insert compatibility. It remains heavy for long climbs, so it is best for shorter tours and sidecountry rather than big-vertical days.
Is the Cochise 115 W built specifically for women?
Yes. The Tecnica Cochise 115 W uses a women's-specific C.A.S. liner and a cuff shaped for women's lower-leg proportions, along with a flex tuned lighter than the men's Cochise 130. This gives better calf fit and flex access for most women skiers.

Our Verdict

The Tecnica Cochise 115 W is a strong choice for the woman who lives at the resort but refuses to give up touring access. It skis a stout 115 flex on a stable four-buckle chassis, fits an average-volume foot with women's-specific shaping, and its GripWalk sole with tech inserts covers GripWalk, MNC, and pin/tech bindings. It is heavy for long climbs, so committed tourers should look at the Zero G line. For everyone chasing one do-it-most boot, the Cochise 115 W delivers.