Salomon Shift Pro 130 Alpine Touring Boots
Features
- Hard charging touring boot for uncompromised downhill performance
- Four buckle construction with tall cuff for stiffness and control
- Forefoot last of 100 mm fits a wide range of feet
- Pre-shaped Race liner to ensure a snug fit
- Gripwalk soles and Salomon's 'surelock skiwalk' system for agile hiking
- Highly durable Thermo-Moldable Polyurethane (TPU) shell and cuff
Description
The world asked for a touring boot that could arch a GS turn, launch a cliff (backslap included), and ski at speeds that were formerly reserved for the Autobahn. Salomon listened and bestowed upon the people the Shift Pro 130.
Tech Specs
The Salomon Shift Pro 130 touring boot's four buckles, tall cuff, and full TPU construction let you know that this boot means business. The S/Lab MTN was the former premium free touring boot for Salomon and gained a strong following during its freeride reign. In comparison, the Shift Pro 130 provides a stiffer flex profile (130 compared to the S/Lab's 120), two added buckles (now with a traditional alpine-style, four buckle setup), a more substantial cuff strap, and replaceable rubber soles (nice touch to improve boot durability). These added features place the Shift Pro 130 150g heavier than the S/Lab MTN - not too bad for a significant increase in downhill performance and overall durability.
The Shift Pro 130 shell is modeled after its high-performance on-piste brother (S/Pro 130). An added internal walk mechanism (the same technology as the S/Lab MTN's walk mech) provides a very similar range of motion to the S/Lab MTN. Some might logically deduce the Shift Pro 130 to be a Freeride Frankenstein of the S/Pro and the S/Lab. This boot is just as comfortable spinning laps on the resort as it is breaking trail in the backcountry. If you like uncompromised downhill skiing performance in exchange for a little bit of added [training] weight, slide your feet into the Shift Pro 130 and hold on tight.
- Hard charging touring boot for uncompromised downhill performance
- Four buckle construction with tall cuff for stiffness and control
- Forefoot last of 100 mm fits a wide range of feet
- Pre-shaped Race liner to ensure a snug fit
- Gripwalk soles and Salomon's 'surelock skiwalk' system for agile hiking
- Highly durable Thermo-Moldable Polyurethane (TPU) shell and cuff
