European-based Salewa has been outfitting alpine adventurers for over 75 years, and now brings its groundbreaking and innovative all-mountain footwear to the Michigan Ice Fest!. Salewa offers shoes and boots for technical approach, mountaineering, trekking, and speed-hiking that provide outstanding flexibility, fit, and support. Salewa’s advanced technologies and versatile, multi-sport designs enable you to traverse rocks, snow, technical trails, via ferrata, and any other terrain in security and comfort.
Adding to an already impressive demo line up- Salewa will be bringing their latest ice climbing boots for participants to try.
Pro Gaitor Mounatineering Boot
From mixed climbing to vertical ice, this rugged, four-season boot features an embedded aluminum stay in the heel that tightens or loosens at the turn of a key to switch between walk mode and a rigid climbing mode. No longer do your feet need suffer on the approach.
- Lightweight Schoeller Super Fabric upper resists abrasion and moisture while maintaining breathability
- Included Allen wrench lets you easily tighten or loosen the clearly labeled sole tension system depending on whether you’re walking or climbing
- Waterproof breathable membrane keeps your feet dry and comfortable
- Thinsulate 400 insulation traps heat so you don’t have to drop out of a multi-pitch ordeal to hold your toes over a fire
- Salewa 3F system locks down your heel for a blister-free fit
- Standard lacing with speed hooks and glove-friendly waterproof zipper pull makes for easy operation and the custom fit you’re used to
- Top seals off with elastic, anatomic collar and secure lock
- Full rubber rand adds durability and protection
- Durable, grippy Vibram Salewa Pro outsole features aggressive lugs that offer a high level of grip on mud and snow when you’re not stepping into a crampon Climbing toe profile offers edging performance
Be sure to stop by Sydney’s and check out a pair of Salewa boots sometime over the weekend….your feet will thank you! Michigan Ice Fest is proud to welcome Salewa to our event!