Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 Touring Boot Ski Boots - Touring Boots - Ski Mountaineering - Mens Atomic 24.5 Army Green
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Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 Touring Boot

$751.96 $939.95
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Description

The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 is a 1,370 gram (size 26.5) touring boot on a 100mm last, pairing a 74-degree stride with a genuine 120 flex and an ISO 9523 sole that works with pin, Shift, and MNC bindings.
Tech Specs
Features

  • Flex: A genuine, progressive 120 for a touring boot, clearly stiffer than the Backland Carbon.
  • Weight: 1,370 g per boot (size 26.5); skimo.co lists 1,410 g at 27.5.
  • Last: 100 mm, medium and slightly roomy fit.
  • Range of Motion: 74 degrees on frictionless mirror pivots.
  • Walk Mode: Free/Lock 4.5 external ski/walk mechanism.
  • Shell: Carbon-loaded polyamide (Grilamid), hybrid overlap, heat-moldable Memory Fit.
  • Liner: 3D Platinum Tour, washable and heat-moldable.
  • Closure: Cross Lace 2.5 instep cable, two buckles, and a 50mm quick-release cam strap.
  • Sole: Atomic Skywalk touring sole (ISO 9523) with tech fittings.
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Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 Touring Boot

The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 Touring Boot is a 1,370 gram (size 26.5) touring boot with a 100mm last, a 120 flex, and a Skywalk ISO 9523 touring sole with tech fittings, built for skiers who want a Backland that walks nearly as well as the Backland Carbon but skis with real downhill power on the way down.

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

Is This the Right Boot for You?

Best For
Tourers and ski mountaineers with medium to slightly high-volume feet who want a 1,370 gram boot that pairs a 74-degree stride with a genuine 120 flex, and who value an ISO 9523 sole that also works with the Salomon Shift and MNC bindings.
Consider Another Boot If
You want the lightest possible boot, have a narrow low-volume foot, or need the damp power of a heavy freeride boot like the Hawx Ultra XTD. The Backland XTD Carbon 120 skis stronger than the Backland Carbon but still gives up power to a 1.8-kilogram crossover.

CCBB Boot Ratings

Uphill Efficiency
4/5
74 degree ROM at 1,370 g
Downhill Performance
4/5
Genuine, progressive 120
Walking Comfort
5/5
Frictionless, tongue-free stride
Transition Speed
4/5
Free/Lock 4.5 lever

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 BoxMedium
Forefoot VolumeMedium
Instep HeightMedium
Heel HoldGood
Ankle HoldGood
PunchabilityModerate
Heat MoldableYes

Why We Like It

  • At 1,370 grams per boot in size 26.5, the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 skis a genuine 120 flex while staying lighter than most 130-flex freeride touring boots.
  • The carbon-loaded shell and cuff give a progressive, predictable flex that we find a real step up from the softer Backland Carbon on the descent.
  • The frictionless mirror pivots and 74-degree range of motion keep the stride long and smooth, nearly matching the lighter Backland Carbon on the uphill.
  • The Skywalk ISO 9523 touring sole broadens binding options to include the Salomon Shift and MNC alpine bindings alongside pin-tech touring bindings.
  • The hybrid overlap shell and Cross Lace 2.5 instep cable make step-in easy on cold mornings and still wrap the foot securely for committing descents.
  • The washable 3D Platinum Tour liner and Memory Fit shell can both be heat molded to a 100mm last that runs medium and slightly roomy.

Best Uses

  • All-day touring and ski mountaineering with a downhill focus
  • Powder touring on skis 100 to 115mm underfoot
  • Skiers who want one boot for pin-tech and Shift setups
  • Medium to slightly high-volume feet
  • Tours where descent control matters as much as the climb

Bootfitter's Advice

The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 fits medium-volume and slightly roomy on a 100mm last, wider than the 98mm Backland Carbon and Hawx boots, with a secure heel and a medium instep. After fitting hundreds of skiers we find it suits medium to high-volume feet, and skiers who found the Fischer Transalp or narrow Backlands too tight often fit this boot comfortably. Confirm length with a shell fit, since it runs close to true Mondo.

The Memory Fit shell heat molds and punches, though like all thin touring shells it accepts less modification than a burly alpine boot, so plan modest changes at the sixth-toe and navicular. The stock liner is relatively thick, so skiers between sizes should try the smaller shell first. The instep runs a touch low for very high-arched feet, which may need a punch.

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
1,370 g per boot (size 26.5), measured. skimo.co lists 1,410 g at size 27.5.
Last
100 mm
Flex
120. A genuine, progressive 120 for a touring boot, softer and less damp than a 1.8-kilogram freeride crossover but clearly stiffer than the Backland Carbon.
Range of Motion
74 degrees
Shell
Carbon-loaded polyamide (Grilamid), hybrid overlap, Memory Fit customizable
Cuff
Carbon-loaded polyamide (Grilamid)

Features and Compatibility

Walk Mode
Free/Lock 4.5 external ski/walk mechanism with frictionless mirror pivots
Closure
Cross Lace 2.5 instep cable, two buckles, and a 50mm quick-release cam strap
Binding Compatibility
Pin-tech (low-tech) touring bindings, hybrid bindings such as the Salomon Shift, and MNC alpine bindings; ISO 9523 touring sole with tech fittings. Not compatible with GripWalk-only or standard ISO 5355 alpine bindings.
Sole
Atomic Skywalk touring sole (ISO 9523) with tech fittings
Forward Lean
13, 15, 17 degrees
Liner
3D Platinum Tour, washable and heat-moldable

Compare the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120

Backland XTD Carbon 120 vs. Atomic Backland Carbon

The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 adds 175 grams per boot over the Backland Carbon but skis a genuine 120 flex against the Carbon's soft touring flex, and its ISO 9523 sole adds Shift and MNC compatibility that the tech-only Carbon lacks. Choose the XTD for downhill power and binding range, the Carbon for the lightest, best-walking option.

Shop Atomic Backland Carbon boots

Backland XTD Carbon 120 vs. Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro

Both are stiff touring boots under 1,400 grams. The Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro skis a slightly stiffer, damper flex with a four-buckle overlap, while the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 walks with less resistance thanks to its tongue-free shell and 74-degree stride. Descent-focused skiers lean Tecnica; uphill-focused skiers lean Atomic.

Shop Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro boots

Backland XTD Carbon 120 vs. Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 120 BOA

The Hawx Ultra XTD 120 BOA is a full polyurethane 50/50 boot that skis with much more damping and power but weighs 490 grams more per boot and walks with a shorter 54-degree stride. The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 is the lighter, better-walking touring choice. Choose the Hawx to ski hard inbounds and out, the Backland XTD for dedicated touring.

Shop Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 120 BOA boots

Common Questions

Who should buy the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120?
The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 suits tourers and ski mountaineers with medium to slightly high-volume feet who want a 1,370 gram boot that walks well and skis a genuine 120 flex. It fits skiers who want one boot for pin-tech and Salomon Shift setups on skis 100 to 115mm underfoot.
Is the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 really a 120 flex?
Yes, with context. The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 has a genuine, progressive 120 flex for a touring boot, and we find it a clear step up from the soft Backland Carbon. Because it is tongue-free and light, it does not ski as damp or as strong as a 1.8-kilogram freeride boot like the Hawx Ultra XTD, but the number is honest for the touring category.
What bindings work with the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120?
The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 has an ISO 9523 touring sole with tech fittings, so it works with pin-tech (low-tech) touring bindings, hybrid bindings such as the Salomon Shift, and MNC (Multi-Norm Certified) alpine bindings. It is not compatible with GripWalk-only bindings or standard ISO 5355 alpine bindings. Confirm your binding accepts an ISO 9523 sole before mounting.
How does the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 fit?
The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 fits medium and slightly roomy on a 100mm last, wider than the 98mm Backland Carbon, with a secure heel and a medium instep that runs a touch low for very high arches. Medium to high-volume feet fit best. Confirm length with a shell fit.
How much does the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 weigh?
The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 weighs 1,370 grams per boot in size 26.5, with skimo.co listing 1,410 grams at size 27.5. That is heavier than the Backland Carbon but notably lighter than most 130-flex freeride touring boots, which sit closer to 1,700 grams.
Does the Backland XTD Carbon 120 walk as well as the Backland Carbon?
Nearly. The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 shares the frictionless mirror pivots and a 74-degree range of motion with the Backland Carbon and is tongue-free, so the stride is long and smooth. The extra weight is the main uphill difference, not the range of motion.
Can the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 be heat molded?
Yes. The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 uses a Memory Fit shell that heat molds and moderately punches, so our bootfitters can open room at the sixth-toe, navicular, and instep. Like all thin carbon touring shells it accepts less modification than a heavy alpine boot, so plan modest changes.
What skis pair well with the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120?
The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 drives touring and powder skis 100 to 115mm underfoot with confidence for a light boot, especially in soft snow. Aggressive skiers charging in variable snow may want a heavier, damper boot, but for most touring the 120 flex has plenty of power.
Backland XTD Carbon 120 or Hawx Ultra XTD 120 BOA?
Choose the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 for a lighter, better-walking dedicated touring boot with an ISO 9523 sole. Choose the Hawx Ultra XTD 120 BOA if you ski hard inbounds and out and want a full polyurethane 50/50 boot with more damping and power, accepting 490 extra grams per boot and a shorter stride.

Our Verdict

The Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 answers the common request for a Backland that walks like the Backland Carbon but skis with real power. At 1,370 grams with a 74-degree stride and a genuine, progressive 120 flex, it is a versatile all-arounder for tourers and ski mountaineers who want descent control without a big weight penalty. The ISO 9523 sole adds Shift and MNC compatibility that the tech-only Backland Carbon lacks. It fits medium to high-volume feet best on its roomy 100mm last, and it rewards skiers who value one boot for both pin-tech and Shift setups.