These are lightweight but exceedingly comfortable boots. With the Gore-Tex Surround technology, Mammut have their sights set on ventilation and comfort as opposed to speed. The idea of Gore-Tex Surround is to let the whole foot breathe through a 360-degree ventilation system. It works well – my feet stayed cool even on the big climbs – but there is a trade-off. In order to get the all-round ventilation and comfort, Mammut have sacrificed strength in the midsole and outsole. Although the flex is great, I could feel everything underfoot during rocky sections, and didn’t feel I had the support to venture an easy scramble. Despite that, the sole offers good grip and the ankle is surprisingly sturdy. If you want a comfy boot to romp over grasslands and moors, these are a good bet.
SPECIFICATION
RRP: £170
Sizes: 4-8.5 (including half sizes)
Weight: 900g (pair) Waterproof/breathable lining: Gore-Tex
Outsole: Gripex Men’s version: Yes
Contact: 01625 508218, www.mammut.ch
VERDICT
Airy, light and comfy with a whizzy ventilation system, but unsuited to the mountains.