Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot Ski Boots - Touring Boots - Race Scarpa
Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot Ski Boots - Touring Boots - Race Scarpa
Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot Ski Boots - Touring Boots - Race Scarpa
Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot Ski Boots - Touring Boots - Race Scarpa
Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot Ski Boots - Touring Boots - Race Scarpa
Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot Ski Boots - Touring Boots - Race Scarpa
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Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot

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Description

The Scarpa Alien is an 885 g (size 27) skimo race and speed-touring boot with a 99 mm last, 72-degree range of motion and a one-throw walk lever, built for training and fast tours on pin-tech bindings.
Tech Specs
Features

  • Flex: No numeric rating. A stiff race flex for the weight, softer than the full-carbon Alien 1.0.
  • Weight: 885 g per boot (size 27) measured; Scarpa states 870 g.
  • Last: 99 mm, a medium-volume race fit.
  • Walk Mode: Single-throw Speed Lock Lite lever with 72 degrees of range of motion.
  • Shell: Carbon-infused Grilamid lower with a Grilamid FG LFT cuff.
  • Liner: Intuition Cross Fit Tour Lite, heat-moldable and full coverage.
  • Sole: Minimal Vibram UFO race sole with certified tech inserts, pin-tech only.
  • Closure: Cord and BOA, no ladder buckles.
  • Forward Lean: 9 and 13 degrees.
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Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot

The Scarpa Alien Alpine Touring Boot is an 885 g (size 27) skimo race and speed-touring boot with a 99 mm last, a race-boot flex Scarpa does not rate numerically, and a minimal Vibram UFO race sole that meets no ISO norm, built for fitness laps, fast tours and entry-level racing. A carbon-infused Grilamid lower, a Grilamid cuff, a cord-and-BOA closure and a 72-degree range of motion keep it light and quick.

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

Is This the Right Boot for You?

Best For
Skiers who want an affordable race-worthy boot for skimo training, fitness laps and fast-and-light tours on skis 65 to 90 mm underfoot, using pin-tech race or touring bindings.
Consider Another Boot If
You want maximum downhill stiffness, need frame, MNC or alpine binding compatibility, have a wide or high-volume foot, or plan to drive wider freeride skis where a heavier boot makes more sense.

CCBB Boot Ratings

Uphill Efficiency
5/5
72 ROM at 885 g
Downhill Performance
3/5
Grilamid cuff race flex
Walking Comfort
5/5
Frictionless stride
Transition Speed
5/5
Single-throw 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 BoxNarrow to Medium
Forefoot VolumeMedium
Instep HeightMedium to High
Heel HoldGood
Ankle HoldGood
PunchabilityLimited (Grilamid, not recommended)
Heat MoldableYes

Why We Like It

  • At 885 g per boot (size 27) measured, the Alien is race-competitive weight at a price well below the carbon Alien 1.0.
  • The 72-degree range of motion and single-throw Speed Lock Lite lever give a frictionless stride and instant transitions.
  • A carbon-infused Grilamid lower resists spreading open, so the Alien skis stiffer than many soft race boots and can drive skis up to 90 mm.
  • A cord-and-BOA closure sets fit without ladder buckles or pressure points and adds almost no weight.
  • The full-coverage Intuition Cross Fit Tour Lite liner is warmer and more moldable than a bare race liner.
  • The Vibram UFO race sole grips bootpacks and icy ridges while keeping weight minimal.

Best Uses

  • Skimo racing and training
  • Fitness laps and uphill workouts
  • Fast-and-light spring tours
  • Race and touring skis 65 to 90 mm underfoot
  • Skiers who want race weight with a real liner

Bootfitter's Advice

The Scarpa Alien fits as a medium-volume race boot on a 99 mm last, narrower than the F1 but with a medium-to-high instep and a decent heel pocket. We size it close to true Mondo, and since Scarpa builds it in full sizes only, a 26.5 foot and a 27 foot share the 27 shell. The current version fits a touch wider in the toe box than the older yellow Alien.

Scarpa does not recommend punching the thin carbon-infused Grilamid lower, so confirm the shell fit before buying and rely on the moldable Intuition liner and a footbed to fine-tune. Skiers with wide forefeet or very high insteps should shell-fit carefully or consider a higher-volume touring boot.

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
885 g per boot (size 27) measured. Scarpa states 870 g. 922 g at size 28.
Last
99 mm
Flex
Scarpa does not assign a numeric flex. A stiff race flex for the weight, softer than the full-carbon Alien 1.0 cuff.
Range of Motion
72 degrees
Shell
Carbon-infused Grilamid lower
Cuff
Grilamid FG LFT

Features and Compatibility

Walk Mode
Single-throw Speed Lock Lite ski/walk lever
Closure
Cord and BOA
Binding Compatibility
Pin-tech (low-tech) race and touring bindings only. The minimal Vibram UFO race sole meets no ISO norm, so the Alien is not compatible with frame, MNC, or alpine bindings.
Sole
Minimal Vibram UFO race sole (meets no ISO norm) with certified tech inserts
Forward Lean
9, 13 degrees
Liner
Intuition Cross Fit Tour Lite, heat-moldable

Compare the Scarpa Alien

Alien vs. Scarpa Alien 1.0

The Alien 1.0 uses a hand-laid carbon cuff and Carbon Grilamid LFT lower to reach 785 g with a stiffer, race-first feel and a 75-degree range of motion. The standard Alien saves roughly a thousand dollars, adds 100 g, and gives a fuller liner and slightly softer, more forgiving flex.

Shop Scarpa Alien 1.0 boots

Alien vs. Scarpa F1 LT

The F1 LT is a stiffer race-plus touring boot at 995 g with a BOA forefoot and a wall-like flex for driving skis up to 100 mm. The Alien is lighter, transitions in one lever throw and costs less, but skis softer and is aimed more at racing and fitness than at bigger descents.

Shop Scarpa F1 LT boots

Alien vs. Dynafit Mezzalama

Both are affordable race-and-training boots with similar cord-style closures and quick transitions. We find the Alien fits higher volume with a bit more instep and heel room and skis slightly stiffer, while the Mezzalama has a lower instep that suits a flatter, lower-volume foot.

Shop Dynafit Mezzalama boots

Common Questions

Who should buy the Scarpa Alien?
The Scarpa Alien suits skiers who want a race-worthy boot for skimo training, fitness laps and fast tours without paying for full carbon. It drives skis 65 to 90 mm underfoot and pairs with pin-tech race or touring bindings.
Does the Scarpa Alien have a real flex rating?
No. Scarpa does not assign a numeric alpine flex to the Alien, and we do not either, because it is a race boot. We find it skis stiff for its weight thanks to the carbon-infused Grilamid lower, but softer than the full-carbon Alien 1.0 cuff. Judge it by weight and stiffness, not a flex number.
What bindings does the Scarpa Alien work with?
The Scarpa Alien is pin-tech only. Its minimal Vibram UFO race sole meets no ISO norm, so it works only with pin-tech (low-tech) race or touring bindings and is not safe in frame, MNC, or ISO 5355 alpine bindings. The certified tech inserts are required for pin bindings.
How does the Scarpa Alien fit?
The Alien fits as a medium-volume race boot on a 99 mm last, narrower than the F1 but with a medium-to-high instep and a good heel pocket. The current version is a touch wider in the toe box than the older yellow Alien, though it is still a performance-oriented fit.
Can the Scarpa Alien be punched for wide feet?
Scarpa does not recommend punching the Alien. The thin carbon-infused Grilamid lower is fragile and resistant to being moved, so fit adjustments rely on the moldable Intuition liner and a supportive footbed. Skiers with wide feet should shell-fit carefully before buying.
How does the Scarpa Alien differ from the Alien 1.0?
The Alien uses a non-carbon Grilamid cuff and a fuller liner, while the Alien 1.0 uses a hand-laid carbon cuff and a lighter build. The Alien is 100 g heavier, softer and much less expensive, and shares the same 99 mm lower shell and Vibram UFO sole.
How warm is the Scarpa Alien?
Warmer than a bare race boot. The full-coverage Intuition Cross Fit Tour Lite liner gives the Alien more insulation than the minimalist liners in dedicated carbon race boots, which makes it a reasonable choice for cold training laps and spring tours.
Is the transition really one step?
Close to it. The single-throw Speed Lock Lite lever flips between walk and ski in one motion and self-aligns as you stand up, which is a real advantage over multi-step touring boots when speed matters at the top of a climb.

Our Verdict

The Scarpa Alien is the value pick in the race-and-speed-touring class. It gives up the full-carbon stiffness of the Alien 1.0, but in return it costs far less, adds only 100 g, and includes a warmer, moldable liner. It fits a medium-volume, narrow foot, transitions in one lever throw, and is strictly pin-tech, so it is best for training, fitness and fast tours on skis up to 90 mm.