Scarpa Freney and Cerro Torre

[Wallstein]

Anybody out there used either the Scarpa Freney or the Cerro Torre?

[Bronco]

for what its worth Wallstien, I have had a pair of Scarpa Matterhorns which are real similar to the Cerro Torre. I have worn them a bunch and am extreemly happy with them. They take crampons well, edge like a mutha, (the rubber is super sticky), not that great for skiing though, (yes I tried and probably will again ). Pretty comfy except on flat, hard trails, (like out of Paradise).

[jordo]

Freneys have absolutely no ankle support; they are purely made for ice/mixed and while the boot does have some cushioning for approaches, it would really suck for multi-day, general mountaineering. The Cerro Torres are very cool, but you'll probably find like I did that they have an enormous toe box. Like Bronco, I have a pair of Matterhorns and I love 'em. They're heavier and more substantial than the Torres, but for some reason have a moe precise fit. They come in a version with toasty linings too!

[slothrop]

i've got cerro torres and had to size them smaller than usual to get my narrow feet to not slide around. now i have to tape my heels to prevent blisters. despite this minor annoyance, they are comfortable and all-around good stuff. i climbed eldorado and went serac cragging in them -- they worked great on rock, snow, and ice.

[Lambone]

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Originally posted by Wallstein:

Anyonne know where in the PNW I can try these boots on. I am yet to find a place that carries the Cerro Torres.

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Feathered Friends carries the lime green ones, I think they are the uninsulated version, but should be built on the same last as the red ones.

[Colin]

Wallstein,

There are a used pair of Cerro Torres at Feathered Friends (used once). I think that they are a bit smaller than average. If you're interested, I can give you the e-mail address of the guy who owns them.

[Wallstein]

Anyonne know where in the PNW I can try these boots on. I am yet to find a place that carries the Cerro Torres.