User Review: La Sportiva Makalu

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

Reviewed December 13, 1997 by Fabio Moscatelli

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Materials: Leather
Use: light moutaineering/off-trail/heavy pack
Break-in Period: a while (worth it)
Price Paid: $230

Amazing boots if you take the time to break them in.

Off trail/rough trail performance is fantastic.

Awesome ankle support so heavy packs aren't a problem.

Also great with crampons and supergaiters deck them out for light winter use.

Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Makalu at 2 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Moosejaw
2 purchase options:		Women's Makalu Boot (Spring 2008)$255.00Buy Now
Men's Makalu Boot (Spring 2008)$270.00Buy Now

Backcountry.com
2 purchase options:		Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Men's$269.95Buy Now
Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Women's$269.95Buy Now

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