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}\n    .ccbb-rating:nth-child(2) { border-right: 0; }\n    .ccbb-rating:nth-child(-n + 2) { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--ccbb-border); }\n    .ccbb-grid-3 { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  }\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .ccbb-ski-page { margin: 24px auto; }\n    .ccbb-section { padding: 26px 0; }\n    .ccbb-grid-2, .ccbb-rating-grid, .ccbb-fit-grid, .ccbb-spec-columns { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .ccbb-rating, .ccbb-rating:nth-child(2) { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--ccbb-border); border-right: 0; }\n    .ccbb-rating:last-child { border-bottom: 0; }\n    .ccbb-spec-details summary { align-items: flex-start; padding: 18px; }\n    .ccbb-spec-icon { font-size: 21px; }\n    .ccbb-spec-heading { font-size: 17px; }\n    .ccbb-spec-content { padding: 18px; }\n    .ccbb-spec-row { gap: 4px; grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-ski-page\"\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section ccbb-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-eyebrow\"\u003eUnisex Splitboard-Specific Soft Boot\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eNitro Vertical TLS+ Splitboard Boots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"ccbb-lead\"\u003eThe Nitro Vertical TLS+ is a splitboard-specific soft boot for riders who want a mountaineering-capable boot that still rides like a snowboard boot. Hike 'N' Ride construction switches the cuff between a softer hike mode and a stiffer ride mode with an integrated forward lean adjustment, and a Dual Density Power Tongue Stiffener slides into the shell tongue in two interchangeable stiffness levels, so flex is something you set rather than accept. A Vibram outsole with Litebase, XS Trek Evo compound and Arctic Grip carries the boot over rock and wet ice, and a molded crampon heel cup takes a semi-rigid crampon when the approach turns to a boot pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-expert-line\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-expert-badge\"\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eConstruction and sizing verified against manufacturer specifications. Fit notes require a bootfitter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eIs This the Right Boot for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-grid ccbb-grid-2\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-card-title\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-quick-answer\"\u003eSplitboarders who scramble, boot pack and use crampons, and who want a boot with adjustable flex, real walk mode and a mountaineering outsole rather than a resort boot pressed into touring.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-card-title\"\u003eConsider Another Boot If\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-quick-answer\"\u003eYou ride mostly resort laps or want the softest, most forgiving boot available. Nitro rates comfort 7 of 10 and response 8, which is a firm boot by soft boot standards.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eCCBB Boot Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-label\"\u003eUphill Efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Uphill Efficiency: 4 out of 5\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-bar__fill ccbb-rating-bar__fill--4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-number\"\u003e4\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-description\"\u003eLitebase outsole, hike mode cuff\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-label\"\u003eDownhill Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Downhill Performance: 4 out of 5\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-bar__fill ccbb-rating-bar__fill--4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-number\"\u003e4\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-description\"\u003eResponse 8 of 10, tongue stiffener\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-label\"\u003eWalking Comfort\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Walking Comfort: 3 out of 5\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-bar__fill ccbb-rating-bar__fill--3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-number\"\u003e3\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-description\"\u003eComfort 7 of 10, Vibram lug outsole\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-label\"\u003eTransition Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Transition Speed: 5 out of 5\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-bar__fill ccbb-rating-bar__fill--5\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-number\"\u003e5\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-description\"\u003eTLS+ dual-zone speed lacing\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"ccbb-rating-key\"\u003eRating scale: 5 = top of its class, 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = specialized or below average, and 1 = limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eCCBB Boot Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eLacing System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eTLS+ dual-zone speed lacing with Dyneema laces, plus an ILS liner harness\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eOutsole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eVibram with Litebase, XS Trek Evo compound, Arctic Grip All Terrain, Traction Lug\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eInsulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eEVA midsole with a Therminator Shield reflective layer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eWalk Flex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eHike 'N' Ride, softer hike mode and stiffer ride mode, adjustable forward lean\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eHeel Hold System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eArmored Spine 3D molded heel reinforcement with the ILS liner harness\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eCrampon Compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eSemi-rigid crampons, via a molded crampon heel cup\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eFlex Adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eDual Density Power Tongue Stiffener, two interchangeable levels\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eSize Run\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eMondopoint 23.0 to 32.0, US men's 5 to 14\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-grid ccbb-grid-2\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFlex is adjustable rather than fixed. The Dual Density Power Tongue Stiffener slides into the shell tongue in two stiffness levels, and Hike 'N' Ride switches the cuff between hike and ride, which means one boot covers a long approach and a hard descent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eThe outsole is a genuine mountaineering sole rather than a lugged snowboard sole: Vibram with the XS Trek Evo compound for multi-surface grip and Arctic Grip All Terrain, which is the compound Vibram built for wet ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eLitebase cuts the rubber base thickness to 5 percent and tread weight by up to 3 percent while keeping the same traction pattern, so the grip does not come with the usual weight penalty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTLS+ is a dual-zone speed lace on a locking cleat with no moving parts, so the upper and lower zones tension independently by pulling two handles. Fewer moving parts is what keeps a lace system working when it ices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSplitboard touring that includes scrambling or boot packing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eObjectives needing semi-rigid crampons\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCold conditions and long days on the skin track\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eRiders who want to tune boot flex rather than accept it\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eUnisex sizing across mondopoint 23.0 to 32.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-highlight\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eBootfitter's Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNitro publishes this as a unisex boot across mondopoint 23.0 to 32.0, which is US men's 5 to 14, EU 36 to 48 and UK men's 4 to 13. Nitro publishes both scales and either works, so size on the published boot size rather than converting from your everyday street shoe, which converts inconsistently between brands. Nitro publishes no last width and no boot sole length, so a shell check in the shop is the only way to settle volume and length questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eTwo setup decisions come with this boot. The tongue stiffener is interchangeable in two levels, so a rider who finds the boot too firm on day one has a real remedy rather than a break-in wait. And the forward lean adjustment lives in the cuff alongside the Automatic Power Strap, so lean and strap tension want setting together rather than one at a time. If you plan to run crampons, note the heel cup is shaped for semi-rigid crampons rather than fully rigid ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"ccbb-rating-key\"\u003eConstruction and sizing verified against manufacturer specifications. Fit notes require a bootfitter and are not published here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails class=\"ccbb-spec-details\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-summary-main\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e📐\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-heading\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-subheading\"\u003eFull spec table · Click to expand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-content\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-columns\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-group\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFit and Sizing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"ccbb-spec-list\"\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eSizes\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eMondopoint 23.0 to 32.0\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eSize Conversions\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eUS men's 5 to 14, EU 36 to 48, UK men's 4 to 13\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eGender\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eUnisex\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eLacing\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eTLS+ dual-zone speed lacing with a locking cleat and Dyneema laces\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eLiner Retention\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eILS internal lacing system, a harness fixed to the shell that wraps the liner\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eForward Lean\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAdjustable, integrated in the cuff with an Automatic Power Strap\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eFlex Adjustment\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eDual Density Power Tongue Stiffener in two interchangeable levels\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eNitro Scales\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eComfort 7 of 10, Response 8 of 10\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-group\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConstruction and Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"ccbb-spec-list\"\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eOutsole\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eVibram with Litebase, base thickness reduced to 5 percent and tread weight by up to 3 percent\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eOutsole Compound\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eVibram XS Trek Evo, multi-surface and non-marking, with Arctic Grip All Terrain for wet ice\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eOutsole Geometry\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eVibram Traction Lug\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eMidsole\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eMolded EVA for dampening and thermal insulation\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eSole Insulation\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eTherminator Shield, a reflective thermal layer between sole and liner\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHeel\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eArmored Spine, anatomically shaped 3D molded heel reinforcement\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eToe\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eEndure Gravity Foam, up to 5 percent lighter than rubber, from recycled pre-consumer sources\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eAnkle\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eInternal Ankle Support distributing lace pressure over the instep\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eGaiter\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eSpeed Gaiter with a diagonal one-handed zipper\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCrampon Compatibility\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eMolded crampon heel cup, shaped for semi-rigid crampons\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eBinding Compatibility\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eSoft snowboard boot. Splitboard soft bindings only. Not compatible with ISO 5355 (Alpine), GripWalk (ISO 23223), ISO 9523 (Touring), pin\/tech or telemark bindings\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n              \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eMaterials\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eZero PVC 6P phthalate, recycled rubber where possible, plastic free packaging\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eCompare the Nitro Vertical TLS+\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-grid ccbb-grid-3\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card ccbb-card--bordered ccbb-comparison-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eVertical TLS+ vs. ThirtyTwo Jones MTB Lite Splitboard Boots\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe two cross-shop directly as splitboard-specific soft boots. The ThirtyTwo Jones MTB Lite is sized in US rather than mondopoint, which changes how you size it. Compare on lacing preference, outsole compound and whether you need an adjustable flex, since the Vertical TLS+ is the one with an interchangeable tongue stiffener.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"ccbb-comparison-link\" href=\"\/search?q=ThirtyTwo+Jones+MTB+Lite+Splitboard+Boots\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eShop the ThirtyTwo Jones MTB Lite Splitboard Boots\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card ccbb-card--bordered ccbb-comparison-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eVertical TLS+ vs. Key Equipment Disruptive x Kopala Splitboard Boots\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eDifferent families entirely. The Key Equipment Disruptive x Kopala is a hardboot, which means pin-tech bindings, a rigid cuff and a ski-touring style walk mode. The Vertical TLS+ is a soft boot on a puck-and-strap binding. Hardboots tour more efficiently and ride less forgivingly, and the two systems share no hardware, so this is a whole-setup decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"ccbb-comparison-link\" href=\"\/search?q=Key+Equipment+Disruptive+x+Kopala+Splitboard+Boots\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eShop the Key Equipment Disruptive x Kopala Splitboard Boots\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card ccbb-card--bordered ccbb-comparison-card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eVertical TLS+ vs. Spark R\u0026amp;D Arc ST Bindings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNot an alternative but the other half of the setup. The Vertical TLS+ needs a soft boot splitboard binding, and the Spark R\u0026amp;D Arc ST is the medium-flex option we stock. Boot and binding flex are worth matching: a response 8 boot pairs naturally with a medium or stiff binding rather than the softest one available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"ccbb-comparison-link\" href=\"\/search?q=Spark+R\u0026amp;D+Arc+ST+Bindings\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eShop the Spark R\u0026amp;D Arc ST Bindings\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section ccbb-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWho should buy the Nitro Vertical TLS+?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eThe Nitro Vertical TLS+ suits splitboarders whose days include scrambling, boot packing or crampons, and who want to tune boot flex rather than accept it. Hike 'N' Ride gives a softer hike mode and a stiffer ride mode with adjustable forward lean, the tongue stiffener comes in two levels, and a Vibram Arctic Grip outsole handles rock and wet ice.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat bindings work with the Nitro Vertical TLS+?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eThe Nitro Vertical TLS+ is a soft snowboard boot and works with splitboard soft bindings only, the kind that mount to pucks and hold the boot with straps. It is not compatible with ISO 5355 alpine, GripWalk, ISO 9523 touring, pin\/tech or telemark bindings, so it cannot be used with an alpine touring or hardboot splitboard setup. The molded crampon heel cup separately accepts a semi-rigid crampon.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDoes this boot take crampons?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eYes, semi-rigid crampons. Nitro builds a molded crampon heel cup into the heel, shaped for a secure fit with a semi-rigid crampon. That is a narrower claim than full crampon compatibility, so match the crampon type rather than assuming any model will seat properly, and check the binding side too if you plan to run a splitboard crampon at the same time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat are the flex options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eTwo, and they are interchangeable rather than fixed at purchase. The Dual Density Power Tongue Stiffener slides into the shell tongue and comes in two stiffness levels, so the boot can be softened or firmed after you have ridden it. Separately, Hike 'N' Ride switches the cuff between a softer hike mode and a stiffer ride mode, with a forward lean adjustment in the cuff.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhy is there no weight or last width listed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eBecause Nitro does not publish them, and this page does not guess at specs. There is no published boot weight, no last width and no boot sole length for the Vertical TLS+ anywhere we can source. Nitro does publish its own comfort and response scores, 7 and 8 out of 10, which are the closest thing to a flex rating on offer. For volume and length, a shell check in the shop answers what the spec sheet does not.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow should I size the Nitro Vertical TLS+?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eNitro publishes mondopoint 23.0 to 32.0 alongside US men's 5 to 14, EU 36 to 48 and UK men's 4 to 13, and any of those published boot scales works. What does not work is converting from your everyday street shoe, which varies between brands. The size run is unisex, so there is no separate women's line to cross-reference.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eOur Verdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-verdict\"\u003eThe Nitro Vertical TLS+ earns its place for splitboarders whose objectives involve more than skinning. A Vibram outsole with Litebase, XS Trek Evo and Arctic Grip handles rock and wet ice, a molded heel cup takes a semi-rigid crampon, and Hike 'N' Ride plus a two-level tongue stiffener means the flex is set by the rider rather than the factory. Nitro's own numbers, comfort 7 and response 8, describe a firm boot rather than a plush one. What the spec sheet does not give is weight, last width or sole length, so bring it to a shell check before committing to a size.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nitro","offers":[{"title":"23","offer_id":48876509200541,"sku":"N13BT11003-101230","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"23.5","offer_id":48876509233309,"sku":"N13BT11003-101235","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"24","offer_id":48876509266077,"sku":"N13BT11003-101240","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"24.5","offer_id":48876509298845,"sku":"N13BT11003-101245","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25","offer_id":48876509331613,"sku":"N13BT11003-101250","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25.5","offer_id":48876509364381,"sku":"N13BT11003-101255","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"26","offer_id":48876509397149,"sku":"N13BT11003-101260","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"26.5","offer_id":48876509429917,"sku":"N13BT11003-101265","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"27","offer_id":48876509462685,"sku":"N13BT11003-101270","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"27.5","offer_id":48876509495453,"sku":"N13BT11003-101275","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"28","offer_id":48876509528221,"sku":"N13BT11003-101280","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"28.5","offer_id":48876509560989,"sku":"N13BT11003-101285","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"29","offer_id":48876509593757,"sku":"N13BT11003-101290","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"29.5","offer_id":48876509626525,"sku":"N13BT11003-101295","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"30","offer_id":48876509659293,"sku":"N13BT11003-101300","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"30.5","offer_id":48876509724829,"sku":"N13BT11003-101305","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"31","offer_id":48876509757597,"sku":"N13BT11003-101310","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"31.5","offer_id":48876509790365,"sku":"N13BT11003-101315","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"32","offer_id":48876509823133,"sku":"N13BT11003-101320","price":479.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/7103\/files\/nitro-vertical-tls-plus-splitboard-boots-black-lateral-view_a8f4b7cb-dc33-4c7c-87a2-7be4adf40a1b.jpg?v=1788905276","url":"https:\/\/cripplecreekbc.com\/products\/nitro-vertical-tls-splitboard-boots-1","provider":"Cripple Creek Backcountry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}