Mammut Alnasca Knit III Low Approach Shoe - Women's Black/Jade, 7.5

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Alnasca Knit III Low on a long approach into a multi pitch and the elastic knit construction felt like a second skin from the first mile. The Vibram XS Trek outsole transitions confidently from loose trail to technical rock, and the 360 heel support kept my ankle feeling secure on the steeper scrambling sections without adding any of the stiffness that holds you back on easier terrain.""The approach is where the climb begins, and the Mammut Alnasca Knit III Low Approach Shoe was built to handle every step between the trailhead and the base of the route with precision and confidence. The elastic knitted sock construction wraps the foot in a seamless, flexible upper that moves naturally through technical terrain without the break-in period or pressure points that stiffer approach shoes create. Base Fit technology runs sliding webbing from the lacing area directly to the sole, transferring power from cinching the laces into improved hold and security underfoot rather than just tightening the upper. Vibram XS Trek rubber provides the grip and precision on rock that serious approach terrain demands, while the 360 degree heel support element uses an abrasion-resistant 3D-shaped design to stabilize the ankle and prevent twisting on uneven ground without sacrificing the freedom of movement that knit construction is built to deliver. A TPU heel stabilizer adds structural integrity where it matters most, and the anatomically shaped footbed supports the foot through long approaches and sustained technical movement alike. At 320 grams the Alnasca Knit III Low stays light enough to forget about until the terrain reminds you exactly why the shoe choice matters."

Price: $103.35 from Backcountry