User Review: La Sportiva Makalu

La Sportiva Makalu
Above: The current Makalu, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Materials: leather
Use: rough trail, wet and snowy conditions
Break-in Period: 50 miles or more
Weight: 4lbs
Price Paid: $185 (REI sale)

Great boots! They did take a long time to break in and I still tape my heels on long trips but they are pretty comfortable now. Completely weather-proof if treated well (Nikwax aqueous) and will probably outlive me. I'm looking forward to doing some light mountaineering with them this season. Overall a well-constructed boot that will take you just about anywhere through any conditions.

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Makalu at 3 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Backcountry.com
2 purchase options:
Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Men's$229.46Buy Now
Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Women's$229.46Buy Now

Moosejaw
Makalu Boot$229.50Buy Now

GearX.com
Makalu Lady Trekking Boot$169.95Buy Now

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