Reaching new heights over rugged and technical terrain is what drives us to create our award winning Mountaineering Boots.
MOUNTAINEERING BOOTS
VIBRAM SOLES
Take every step with confidence whether you are on a trail or a glacier with the Vibram Soles incorporated into every pair of our Mountaineering Boots. Our Hayatsuki soles are compatible with the most technical step-in crampons for mountaineering & climbing.
GORE-TEX WATERPROOFING
Thanks to our collaborations with Gore-Tex our hand built boots are guaranteed to keep your feed dry. You will have the confidence to take on the toughest challenges in the most demanding environments with our Gore-Tex Mountaineering Boots.
HAND CRAFTED
AKU guarantees the quality of its mountaineering boots through rigorous quality control and testing. With only the highest quality materials and construction used to ensure every pair of boots reaches your doorstep ready to take on your next outing.
COMFORT TO ACHIEVE
The AKU Elica Natural Stride System is an integrated construction method consisting of the last, insole board, and outsole creating an anatomical shape that properly distributes your weight through each step. With evenly distributed weight your feet stay more comfortable for longer. From carrying heavy loads to precise foot placements on technical terrain, AKU boots made with Elica will help you achieve your goals in the mountains, no matter what they are.
The Elica Natural Stride System is exclusive to AKU footwear and is integrated into every pair Mountaineering Boots.
| Hayatsuki GTX | Aurai DFS GTX | Croda DFS GTX | |
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| Best For | General Mountaineering from Glaciers to Ice Climbing | Fast & Light Mountaineering, Technical Alpanism, Mixed Climbing | Fast & Light Glacial Travel & Rocky Mountaineering |
| Boot Sole | Vibram Curcuma Mountain Sole | Vibram Croda LiteBase | Vibram Croda LiteBase |
| Lace System | Micro Pullys & Lace Lock | Dual Fit System | Dual Fit System |
| Crampons | Step-In, Strap-On, Hybrid | Step-In, Strap-On, Hybrid | Strap-On, Hybrid |
| Boot Weight | 914 Grams/Boot | 715 Grams/Boot | 680 Grams/Boot |
AKU MOUNTAINEERING BOOTS
Reaching new heights over rugged and technical terrain is what drives us to create our award winning Mountaineering Boots. With industry leading soles from Vibram and waterproof breathable Gore-Tex lining, our mountaineering boots can tackle any terrain you throw at it from rocky accents to steep water ice climbs.