Vibram: the new high-performance rubber soles

In fact, in recent years the world of ski boots has seen a great evolution on a technical level, with models that have become increasingly specific depending on the activity. However, we must not forget safety, which is always a fundamental aspect in the mountains. Vibram year after year develops more and more innovative solutions dedicated to the snow world, especially to ski mountaineering. The Vibram soles that can be found on the boots of some of the most important brands in the snow world such as DalBello, Scarpa, La Sportiva, Tecnica, have been specifically studied for each product, both in terms of the choice of compound and of the design of the tread in order to guarantee high performance and safety.

Among the various compounds present in the world of ski mountaineering, the most used is the Vibram Mont, which, depending on the features of the shell, is offered in a reinforced formulation, specifically redesigned to extend the life of the sole. In this way, the sole has a specific hardness that allows you to better manage the correct locking/release system of the boot and the use of the crampon.

Another key feature is the design of the lugs. The positioning must respect several features: contact with the ground, a specific height and inclination. Furthermore, it must be functional both for the the different critical situations that the boot will have to face during off-piste sessions, and for maximizing the feeling of safety and contact with the ground in the ascents.

DalBello Quantum Asolo Factory powered by Vibram

One of the features that make this boot unique in its kind is the Vibram Rocker sole, which offers good grip on the snow while walking, as well as smooth power transfer to the binding and ski. The front and rear areas of the sole that come into contact with the binding have the same type of rubber that guarantees direct power transmission and greater downhill performance. In the central part, the sole is made of softer rubber, for greater grip during walking. Despite an extremely low weight of just 950g, the boot still offers exceptional comfort on ascents and impressive performance on descents.

Scarpa F1 LT powered by Vibram

Combining ultra technical elements with a backcountry-oriented design, the new F1 LT is Scarpa’s most versatile and lightweight alpine touring boot. The Vibram Ufo RS sole favors the correct locking/release of the boot and the use of the crampon. In addition, it has been designed to facilitate self-cleaning. Shell and cuff in innovative Carbon Grilamid LFT that fuses long-strand carbon fibers into Grilamid plastic, increasing strength and stiffness. Finally, the 3D Lambda frame has been developed to increase rigidity and resistance to torsion, while at the same time allowing to reduce the thickness of the shell with a clear advantage in terms of weight.

La Sportiva Vega powered by Vibram

A four-buckle ski mountaineering boot dedicated to ski mountaineers in search of the perfect combination of power, control, resistance and precision. This boot is equipped with a Vibram sole with a double compound with different densities, perfect especially in conditions of great snow, rocks and slippery ground. The extensive surface at the tip guarantees excellent grip when walking uphill, greater traction performance and high safety given by the presence of self-cleaning channels. The shell is made of light and resistant Grilamid Carbon Reinforced, while the patented Vertebra Technology carbon locking system facilitates the transmission of downhill power.

Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro powered by Vibram

Award-winning ski touring boot for experienced backcountry skiers. This model is equipped with a Vibram sole that guarantees optimal grip on all uneven terrain and in the presence of snow and ice, and is characterized by a dual-density compound: heel and toe have a greater hardness to facilitate the locking and release of the binding and to optimize durability, while the central part is made with a softer compound in order to increase grip and ensure a safe walk. The Grilamid shell and a uber-wide 55-degree range of motion make this boot light, comfortable and great for climbing and in downhill performance.