Mammut Monolith GTX

[kingfrankiv]

I am new to mountain climbing but not to the outdoors. I am trying to beef up my gear for climbing, particular my boots, and wanted some opinions. I don't have a large budget and need a good all around boot. I have been looking at the Mammut Monolith GTX they fit my foot really well from what I have been able to tell at the store, but wanted some input if there is a better boot but still affortable. Around that $300 range. and definetly crampon compatable. Thanks

Edited April 5, 2011 by kingfrankiv

[zub]

I bought a pair of Monoliths at Feathered Friends a couple months ago. They seem to aim between the fit of Sportiva and Scarpa, and they fit my feet very well. I've done a little climbing in them. I've got no reason to think that they're anything but high quality.

 

If there's one pair of boots that fits really well among the "around $300" options, your decision is easy.

 

If you think the Monoliths are a little roomy, you might try on the La Sportiva Trango Alp (second ascent has them). These were almost the ticket for me but ended up being too small in the ball of the foot.

 

/newb too

[DPS]

I really like my Scarpa Summits for mountaineering, winter alpine and ice climbing. They are on closeout for $210 with the AVMARCH1 promo code:http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/,2015R_Scarpa-Summit-Gore-Tex-Mountaineering-Boots-Waterproof-For-Men.html If they don't have your size, look at the women's.

Edited April 8, 2011 by DPS

[kingfrankiv]

Thanks guys. I will do some looking into the scapa's for sure.