Vasque Alpine

Alpine
Reviewed by Jim, Jul 30, 2001

"First pair leaked as soon as they got wet. The second pair have lasted three seasons of work as a ranger. The inner gore-tex liner parted at the ankle cuff and they have just started to leak. The ankle cuff has rotted (I have taken care of them applying leather care on a regular basis).

These boots are a mediocre buy. I feel they should have lasted a bit longer."

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Alpine
Reviewed by Jack The "Yak", Mar 25, 2001

"I would have to agree with the above reviews that there is much to recommend in this boot if one wants a boot for heavy backpacking on rough trails. The full length steel shank helps when carrying heavy loads, or to alleviate ball of foot pain. But these boots are comparatively heavy."

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Alpine (2000)
Reviewed by Kirsten Boudreau, Sep 04, 2000

"OK! Bear in mind I've only been outside with these once but I'm extremely pleased! I'm a die-hard vasque fan and this clinches it. After a very short break in, I took them on a very diverse trip in Rocky Mtn Natl Park.

The trip in was approx."

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Alpine (2000)
Reviewed by Ji Theriot, Nov 13, 1999

"Good news for all of the people complaining about Alpines that were overly stiff and chewed up heels, the sole is softer in the new models. While this is good for backpacking, it does make rock climbing with them a little more tiring. I've used them for a few rock climbs (to try them out), but havn't had a chance to try them on the trail yet."

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Alpine
Reviewed by Jim Lee, Sep 12, 1999

"The soles on these boots offer great traction. However, they do have an extremely non-flexible full steel shank that results in some tricky crossings over logs and other narrow ridges.

The boots are extremely waterproof, though. I can vouch that absolutely no foot perspiration ever escapes the boot!

I've had these boots for over two years and have more than 200 miles on them."

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Alpine
Reviewed by James Timberlake, Aug 09, 1999

"These are very nice boots and extremely waterproof. The Vibram sole refuses to slip even on the steepest and slickest rocks. There is no way to twist your ankle in these.

While that is all good, they still destroy my heels whenever I hike over 2 miles (uphill especially)."

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Alpine
Reviewed by kolsky, Jan 20, 1999

"These replaced a pair of 23-year-old Pivettas that will one day be rebuilt. The Alpines are not for those who need a light hiking boot; rather they are very stiff and specifically designed for trekking. After putting on over 80 miles in less than a month they are now feeling like they are part of my body when blazing trails."

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Alpine
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Oct 09, 1997

"Excellet boots. I am very pleased. However, they do require a break-in period (but don't give up they are worth it). I climbed Long's Peak in Colorado this summer and felt surefooted even when I was hoping, skipping, and jumping around in the boulderfield."

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Alpine
Reviewed by omnius@..., Mar 13, 1997

"I hiked 15 miles with a 70 pound pack on a trek in the Rocky Mountains in the rain. Held up great."

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Alpine
Reviewed by moosecarr@..., Mar 07, 1997

"Last summer I was given the oportunity to lead my church youth group on a trek in the Rockey Mountains in Colorado. In doing so we covered a six mile ascent on the first afternoon. At that point I was carrying just over 100lbs in my pack. My Vasques did a great job and I arrived mor eunhappy with the city slickers who had come than with the boots."

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Alpine
Reviewed by drloop@..., Feb 17, 1997

"These boots are the most comfortable I've ever worn. Blister free on a 100 mile trek right out of the box and still going strong after a year of hard use."

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Alpine
Reviewed by jcervell@..., Feb 06, 1997

"These boots are solid performers for backpacking with heavy loads. I just bought them at the beginning of this winter and have found them to require very little break-in. In addition to just backpacking, these boots accept crampons and you can even get away with snowboarding in them."

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Alpine
Reviewed by tjandrsn@..., Jul 25, 1996

"These boots are comfortable, But I don't think they are the most durable boots on the market, I've had them a little over 2 years and they are just about ready to retire. The leather has worn very thin on the toes from kneeling down, bumping on rocks, etc."

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