La Sportiva Glacier EVO

La Sportiva Glacier EVO

Average Rating: rated 3.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 3 Trailspace users

Description

The Glacier EVO is a mountaineering boot made by La Sportiva. It has an average rating of 3.5 stars (out of 5), based on 3 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Backcountry.com:
"La Sportiva Glacier EVO Men's Mountaineering Boots bridge the gap between heavy hiking boots and beefy mountaineering boots. The secret to the Glacier EVO Boots' versatility is their integrated Reactive Spoiler System in the cuffs which provide enough flexibility for the trail and plenty of support for glacier travel. Vibram New-Ice soles give you all the traction you need for dirt, mud, or snow, and the 1/2-length steel shank supports these boots for use with newmatic crampons."

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. La Sportiva Men's Glacier Evo Boot (Spring 2009) The Men's Glacier Evo Boot by La Sportiva - Leather mountaineering/backpacking bootEvolution of the Glacier, suitable for mountaineering, difficult hiking on rugged terrain, snowfields and glacier travel. It features a new snow collar with RSS (Reactive Spoiler System) technology which allows maximum ankle flexibility then quickly re-establishing the center of gravity during sudden movements on steep and rugged terrain ensuring greater stability. The Dri-Lex lining keeps the foot dry with its unique moisture-transport capabilities and breatheability. The EZ Flex tongue is removable and highly adjustable for a personalized fit.Features:Weight: 2 lbs 1.7 oz / 956 gUpper: 2.8mm Idro-Perwanger Roughout Leather/Vibram rubber rand/Removable EZ Flex Tongue with Dry-Best liningConstruction: Board LastedLast: MakaluLining: Dry-BestSole:Vibram Ice-NewMidsole: PU AircusionInsole: 8mm Mtnflex with half steel shankHalf Steel shank for comfy flex and newmatic crampon compatibilityRSS (Reactive Spoiler System) collar for maximum flex and stabilityVibram rubber rands for extra protection"

From Sierra Trading Post:
"CLOSEOUTS . La Sportiva Glacier EVO Mountaineering Boots are built for the rigors of mountaineering and backpacking on steep, rugged terrain. Leather upper Gusseted tongue Removable EZ Flex tongue Dry-Best(R) lining Removable padded insole EVA midsole Rubber ankle and toe rands Vibram(R) rubber outsole Height: 7” Weight: 4 lb. 4 oz. pr. Medium width CLOSEOUTS . Italy. Size Euro (US): 36.5 (3 ) 37 (4) 37.5 (4 ) 38 (5) 38.5 (5 ) 39 (6) 39.5 (6 ) 40 (7) 40.5 (7 ) 41 (8) 41.5 (8 ) 42 (9) 42.5 (9 ) 43 (10) 43.5 (10 ) 44 (11) 44.5 (11 ) 45 (12) 45.5 (12 ) 46 (13) 46.5 (13 ) 47 (14) 47.5 (14 ) 48 (15) Runs small, order size larger. Visit our Shoe Sizing Guide"

From REI:
"La Sportiva® presents the evolution of the Glacier, a stable boot built for the rigors of mountaineering and backpacking on icy, rugged terrain. Uppers feature 2.8mm Idro-Perwanger silicone-impregnated roughout leather, which is waterproof, breathable and extremely abrasion resistant. Padded snow collars with RSS (Reactive Spoiler System) allow maximum ankle flexibility while providing stable balance recovery on steep slopes. One-piece upper design and scree tongues keep out debris and snow; Dri-Lex® nylon linings wick moisture to help keep feet comfortable. Two piece tongues feature removable EZ Flex padded tongue, offering highly adjustable volume control for a personalized fit. Removable footbeds have wicking topsheets for enhanced moisture control. Durable XSV rubber toe rands protect feet and uppers from bumps and abrasion. Polyurethane Aircushion midsoles absorb shock and provide ample cushioning for long approaches. Rigid 8mm Mtnflex nylon insoles with half steel shanks provide support underfoot for handling uneven terrain and heavy loads. Vibram® Ice-New rubber outsoles supply superb traction and braking on rough terrain; crampon compatibility welts fit most hybrid crampons."

User Reviews

rated 4 of 5 stars Women's Glacier EVO
Reviewed by Lynne Z, Dec 04, 2008

"I have difficult feet to fit for this sort of boot. One foot is a bit larger, I have ridiculously narrow heels with a medium width foot overall, and low arches.

I will say these are quite true to size.

All right, I've been using these on very steep pitches on uneven/rocky, and scree terrain."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Glacier EVO
Reviewed by Denis Ford, Jun 27, 2007

"This is the first pair of boots I've ever had that didn't shred my heals. My feet are nearly impossible to fit - 13/14 extra narrow. While I can just barely cinch down the Glaciers EVO's enough to be snug, they are. I have a pair of 46. 5's to keep the volume down and they're a tad short, but I would have sloshed around in the 47's."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's Glacier EVO
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Oct 09, 2006

"I've been backpacking with those boots in the Rockies all summer long, so I can tell you the pros and cons of these boots.

At first, this is a heavy backpacking/light mountaineering booth, so you have to wear them often before going to any extended trip."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Glacier EVO at 3 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Backcountry.com
2 purchase options:
Glacier EVO Mountaineering Boot - Women's$185.50Buy Now
Glacier EVO Mountaineering Boot - Men's$212.00Buy Now

Moosejaw
2 purchase options:
Women's Glacier Evo Boot$199.99Buy Now
Men's Glacier Evo Boot$265.00Buy Now

Sierra Trading Post
2 purchase options:
Glacier Evo Mountaineering Boots - Leather - For Men$184.95Buy Now
Glacier Evo Mountaineering Boots - Leather - For Women$184.95Buy Now

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