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| buda11. 04. 2015 15:33:44 |
@ribica6, if you're walking on "flat" terrain take
SALOMON X Ultra 2 GTX, because they have a fairly stable sole, but if hiking on rocks too then I recommend SALOMON X Ultra LTR GTX, because they are leather on the outside, less chance of tearing them
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| Xserces5. 04. 2015 22:17:50 |
Hello, I'm looking for boots for winter ascents that are compatible with automatic crampons. Now checking Kibuba, Anapurna, Iglusport and there's little choice or they don't even have sizes. I know I'm late because the season is over but I was aiming for discounts 
Also asking which boots are recommended.
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| Smetar6. 04. 2015 11:34:24 |
You can get quite cheap ones compared to other providers also at Alpina (http://www.alpinashop.si/c2-27/pohodnistvo/gorniska-obutev).
Regarding sizes at Iglu, it's like this: you have to ask before; if they order for you, of course try another model from the same brand to find out which size fits you
At Kibuba I didn't find boots for automatic crampons
When buying boots, take crampons with you.
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| priško1. 06. 2015 08:28:19 |
Hello,
I'm interested if anyone has experience with Diablo boots from manufacturer Alpina. Mainly interested in the sole "grip" on wet, slippery terrain (rock or grass). They really tempt me, as among all tried they fit my foot the best. Not overly heavy either, or quite a bit lighter than Lhotse model.
regards
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| Smetar1. 06. 2015 11:15:06 |
Hi,
most Alpina boots have Vibram soles (so, if you've had any Alpina shoe before, you roughly know how it grips). Diablo model is fairly new on the market so you probably won't get concrete first-hand info... in principle they should be improved version of Lhotse model (weight, ankle support, crampon attachments,...) otherwise they look quite "fancy" 
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| priško1. 06. 2015 13:14:03 |
@Smetar
true, they have Vibram sole. I have Alpina mid-mountain boots and also low hiking ones, in principle all grip OK. But true, profiles between boots are drastically different. And there were quite some criticisms on previous pages of this thread regarding Alpina soles.
Anyway they look really fancy, proof that in Slovenia too you can make a boot that sells by looks. And actually made in Slovenia... Otherwise really nicely fits my foot. Completely different from Mammut, La Sportiva boots...
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| Kolar15. 06. 2015 22:58:01 |
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| smolko16. 06. 2015 12:09:24 |
I have them, super for around town, also some trip into nature. For a bit more serious hike, no. Otherwise I recommend Tibet, it works for me, now 50% discount so hurry.
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| nejka4016. 06. 2015 12:54:11 |
Hi, let me add a comment too. For high mountains, LOTSE is absolutely recommended to whoever this Alpina model fits on the foot, and there is exceptionally a discount on this model only this time. Safe step to all!
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| valun16. 06. 2015 14:10:36 |
I also have Alpina Lhotse and can only praise it. Winter hikes (down to -20°C), wet terrain, snow, all without complaints. Until you get used to the "big foot", you have to think about not hitting the ground too often with the sole. In summer I'll sometimes swap them for something a bit lighter or more breathable.
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| valun16. 06. 2015 14:10:41 |
I also have Alpina Lhotse and can only praise it. Winter hikes (down to -20°C), wet terrain, snow, all without complaints. Until you get used to "big foot", you have to think that with the sole you don't hit the ground too often. In summer I'll sometimes swap them for something a bit lighter or more breathable.
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| priško17. 06. 2015 14:26:05 |
Some time ago I asked for an opinion on Alpina Diablo. Now I can say only - super boot! I also tried the Lhotse model, but this one fits my foot better, and it is somewhat lighter. It also seems that the sole or step is somewhat softer with this boot. After the first hikes, I won't change it anymore. So from first hand or foot, I highly recommend it.
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| Kolar17. 06. 2015 18:16:44 |
I bought Alpina Vento and must say it's an excellent boot for mid-mountains, it fits like a glove on my foot, light yet quite sturdy. My first experience with Alpina is excellent and I'll stay loyal to them.
But in my opinion it's a boot suitable also for somewhat more than the above-mentioned "walk in nature" 
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| hagar29. 06. 2015 20:44:35 |
Short question for you hillwalkers... since my hiking boot is well worn (Alpina), I'm thinking of buying a new hiking boot... since tomorrow is the last day of the sale at Alpina (50% off to 119 EUR), I'm interested in your opinions on Alpina Diablo boots and Planika Jalovec (30% off at Intersport to 105 EUR)... basically, I'm going to try both tomorrow and I'm interested in your opinion....
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| dleskovec30. 06. 2015 06:57:54 |
hagar... on the "small ads" page "bostjanp" is selling excellent La Sportiva Trango Guide GTX boots at a very good price. The boots are incomparably better than Alpina; tested.
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| hagar30. 06. 2015 13:33:16 |
Thanks for the recommendation, but they are too small.... actually I'm interested in opinions on the mentioned boots.... Alpina Diablo or Planika Jalovec.... thanks
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| Smetar30. 06. 2015 21:01:11 |
Alpina Diablo are an improved version of Lhotse... Choose those that suit you better: Jalovec are a bit lighter than Diablo, Diablo have option for semi-automatic crampons, etc.
Did you go try on the boot? If you hike more in summer, usually those that fit you better are "the right ones"
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| hagar2. 07. 2015 14:31:18 |
Gonna try some.... Alpina too much for me, Planika fits my foot a bit weird. I'll go try some Salomons and Mammut at Iglu...
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| Kredarica18. 07. 2015 08:44:27 |
Hello,
does anyone know a specialized store for mountaineering gear in Klagenfurt/Villach? Specifically, I need winter mountaineering boots (La Sportiva, Millet, Scarpa etc.), but here there are no sizes... thanks
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