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Summit Series Footwear

Explore the new Summit Series footwear range

Summit Series footwear has been engineered to meet the needs of the modern mountaineer. Those who push faster, over more varied terrain and in changing conditions. Using technical materials, innovative details, adaptable designs and lightweight fabrics, this range is crafted for the new face of mountaineering.

Summit Torre Egger Boot
Summit Torre Egger Boot

Technical icy terrain

Summit Cayesh Boot
Summit Cayesh Boot

Step vertical rock

Summit Breithorn Boot
Summit Breithorn Boot

Technical alpine trekking

Summit Cragstone Pro
Summit Cragstone Pro

Rocky alpine trails

Summit Torre Egger Boot
Torre Egger Boot

The year-round technical climbing workhorse with unbeatable terrain and temperature adaptability. A low-cut inner bootie ensures ankle mobility when climbing while an outer waterproof shell delivers protection on the approach.

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Location: north faces

Conditions: cold & icy

Terrain: highly technical mixed climbing routes

Weight: 770g

A secure yet flexible fit for climbing and trekking is locked in with the BOA® lacing system.

Sure-footed grip, on both ice and rock, with wide lugs for climbing and scrambling is provided by durable Vibram® soles.

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Protection from moisture and breathability on pacy approaches is reliably ensured through FUTURELIGHT technology.

Interchangeable Liners

Two interchangeable liners provide customisable temperature control to suit either summer or winter conditions

Interchangeable Liners

Two interchangeable liners provide customisable temperature control to suit either summer or winter conditions


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

David Göttler
Alpinist

Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

David Göttler
Alpinist


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

David Göttler
Alpinist

Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

David Göttler
Alpinist


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

David Göttler
Alpinist

Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

David Göttler
Alpinist

Crampon Compatibility

A rigid carbon-fibre footplate provides crampon compatibility while an EVA midsole delivers hiking comfort

Summit Cayesh Boot
Cayesh Boot

The versatile, lightweight summer all-rounder with superior freedom of movement and climbing mobility. A BOA® lacing system delivers a wrap-around, secure and precise fit for technical climbing.

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Location: south faces

Conditions: mild to warm

Terrain: vertical rock and steep ridges

Weight: 600g

A secure yet flexible fit for climbing and trekking is locked in with the BOA® lacing system.

Sure-footed grip, on both ice and rock, with wide lugs for climbing and scrambling is provided by durable Vibram® soles.

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Protection from moisture and breathability on pacy approaches is reliably ensured through FUTURELIGHT technology.

Ankle Mobility

A low-cut inner bootie provides ankle mobility when climbing while the abrasion-resistant outer gaiter protects on the approach

Ankle Mobility

A low-cut inner bootie provides ankle mobility when climbing while the abrasion-resistant outer gaiter protects on the approach


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist



Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist



Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner


Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist

Fernanda Maciel
Ultra Runner

Hervé Barmasse
Alpinist


Carbon-Fibre Footplate

A rigid carbon-fibre footplate and a TPU insert on the rim provide semi-automatic crampon compatibility

Carbon-Fibre Footplate

A rigid carbon-fibre footplate and a TPU insert on the rim provide semi-automatic crampon compatibility

Summit Breithorn Boot
Breithorn Boot

The light, comfortable and durable alpine trekking boot fully featured for glacier crossing and rocky terrain. A supportive mid-cut construction provides protection and comfort for hiking.

Location: alpine trails and glaciers

Conditions: warm & summery

Terrain: via ferrata, technical treks

Weight: 540g

Durable abrasion resistance and lightweight strength is delivered through Spectra® yarns.

Sure-footed grip, on both ice and rock, with wide lugs for climbing and scrambling is provided by durable Vibram® soles.

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Protection from moisture and breathability on pacy approaches is reliably ensured through FUTURELIGHT technology.

Vibram® Sole

A Vibram® sole is durable and grippy, even in cold, icy conditions

Vibram® Sole

A Vibram® sole is durable and grippy, even in cold, icy conditions































Crampon Compatibility

A semi-rigid footplate ensures semi-automatic crampon compatibility

Crampon Compatibility

A semi-rigid footplate ensures semi-automatic crampon compatibility

Summit Cragstone Pro
Cragstone Pro

The trail running/mountaineering hybrid approach shoe engineered for precision and responsivity on multi-functional adventures. A BOA® lacing system with three flap construction wraps feet precisely and securely for sure-footed running and climbing.

Location: alpine trails and scree

Conditions: warm & summery

Terrain: rocky approaches and scrambling

Weight: 270g

A secure yet flexible fit for climbing and trekking is locked in with the BOA® lacing system.

Sure-footed grip, on both ice and rock, with wide lugs for climbing and scrambling is provided by durable Vibram® soles.

Durable abrasion resistance and lightweight strength is delivered through Spectra® yarns.

Wide Lugs

Wide lugs provide stability even on loose scree

Wide Lugs

Wide lugs provide stability even on loose scree































TPU Layer

A TPU layer over the forefoot protects from rocks and provides climbing rigidity