Superalp GTX

These are my 5th pair of Aku's, my first Super Alp. I chose these vs. the Nubuck as I wanted a boot better suited for the summer, the Suede and Air8000 mesh tounge on this boot make it more breathable than the Nubuck version. I wore these out of the box up 2300' feet for 8km return hike, no break in needed. I wore a liner sock anyway. They are so comfortable and supportive. I have the Pilgrim boots in the high/low and GTX models, but i needed a proper mountain boot for hiking steeps and the scree. So happy with the quality and value in these boots. I had Scarpa Kinesis and they were so hot in the summer, they weren't practical, also they didn't have much toe box space, these have a spacious toe box (regular width) and my feet never felt sweaty or cramped when descending. I will wear AKU for the rest of my life. Tried Merrel, Salomon, Arcteryx and Scarpa. AKU for the win for me! 5 pairs later, so happy with every pair. Air 8000 mesh make a considerable difference for breathability.

This might be my favourite pair of AKU boots, and I’ve had lots. I’ve got about 100km on them now in hot weather and wet weather. Sizing was typical for AKU, slightly larger than the same US size from other boot manufacturers. My 9US weighed in at 1500 grams. Nice mix of leather and fabric on the upper, they’ve been pretty good for staying cool and dry in hot weather. Wore them for a couple full days in the rain with gaiters, and they didn’t leak. The suede leather and fabric does take a while to dry out compared to smooth leathers. The suede leather isn’t very thick so it broke in very nicely, and the high rubber rand will help protect that thinner leather from damage. Great Vibram outsole, and the sole flex is actually significantly softer than the Superalp NBK and it has a different Vibram outsole as well. It’s got a nice medium sole flex, in line with other mid weight boots. The upper is actually quite flexible, so don’t expect stiff ankle support. The fit is fantastic for my foot, I’d say the boot has a wider than average forefoot. Wider than the Trekker Pro or the Riserva. Fantastic lacing setup goes far down the toes, and the hooks let you control tightness on the top of the boot vs the bottom.
Overall an awesome pair of boots, I’m looking forward to putting more miles on them this summer!

I would like to THANK your expert boot maker 257205 for making a Great boot. I have done literally hundreds of scrambles in them and the scree has taken a pounding on them and they still work.
I am on my next pair and I would like to say Thankyou for the exceptional boot.

I hike in Alberta’s Kananaskis Country twice a week all year round and I love your boots. I wear them in snow, I do scrambles, weeklong backpacking, up and down mountain scree slopes and they have never failed me! In fact I have had them resoled 3 times. My cobbler final told me need to get a new pair of hiking boots. So after 4 years of hard hiking I got another pair.
I would like to Thank you for making such a quality boot.
Cheers
Brian Couronne

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Wore out the soles on my 2019 Alterra GTX which were the best boots I have ever owned by far. Needed new boots before I could get them repaired. Bit the bullet and bought these as an upgrade. Have worn them on three difficult rated hikes so far and they performed flawlessly, I purchased my exact size because I like the support. No problem with fit.

Absolutely amazing

Fantastic boot. I have two other boots from AKU for work purposes and I love them (Spyder and Pilgrim). The Superalps appear consistent with the other boots’ quality/craftsmanship; excellent. I usually size down half a size and the fit is spot on for all three pairs, including the Superalp GTX’s. After a handful of hikes they are comfortable; reasonably lightweight for their level of stiffness support. Medium stiff. Should be ideal for early season Elk hunts as they are lighter than the Nubuck version and very breathable. Would recommend.

I cut trees near power lines. So my day changes drastically all the time. Need a good boot for all types of weather and conditions that we get in the PNW. Love how the feel and how sturdy they are. Just not waterproof like the say. Sucks because we get lots of rain and snow.

My Superalps have taken me up the Kumbu, to the top of Kilimanjaro, and many other places. Always in dry comfort, and they still don't show a lot of wear. I have a high arch, it's very tough to find boots for my feet, and the AKU last is a good fit.

I've worn them all - hands down the most comfortable out-of-the-box boots I've ever owned. So much, in fact, I've got a dozen friends in these boots and saying the same thing. Don't hesitate, go grab a pair. You won't regret it.

The boots were comfortable from the start. A bit of rubbing around the cuffs for first 10km then great since.

Will update my review after big hike but really well made boots! No break in required. I generally wear a women’s size 9 but foot is wide so I am trying this boot out!

They are decent Boots, I was moose backpack hunting, drudging through sphagnum, water, and deadfall. They held well for comfort and keeping my feet fairly dry ( using merino wool socks helps) I was impressed with this. the only thing that concerned me was the slippery bottoms, on wet rocks and logs, I had to find ways to avoid stepping on both, as it was like sheer ice with these boots, I have flexible ankles, (yoga) Luckily for me, the few times my foot caught a slippery root or small rock and slipped causing my ankle to bend and basically stand on the side of my foot with a heavy pack and rifle on, I was ok. Next time I will go with a more ankle supporting boot. I will continue to use these boots, just cautious of where I step, as one should always be. Ridged bottoms, soft top support can potentially lead to sprained ankles, always stretch everyone, keep yourself flexible! and strong.

Love AKU product line. Quality from toe to heel. looking forward to wearing them this winter.

Awesome service!!

Après lecture des commentaires inutile d’en dire plus sur la qualité et le comfort.

L’outil de taille à partir de chaussure existante a été, dans mon cas, très exact. C’est cet outil qui m’a enfin convaincu de commander cette paire de superalp.

À noter que la taille est exacte en longueur mais le « fit » est étroit.

Ces bottes sont incroyables! Conçus pour des terrains vraiment accidentés, on ne sent pas du tout les roches. Honnêtement elles sont confortables comme des pantoufles et très bien ajustés. Pas besoin d'êtres cassées non plus, parfaites dès le départ. De plus, normalement je fais des ampoules aux talons et là rien du tout. Je les recommandes sans aucune hésitation.

Perfect right out of the box.

Most comfortable Boots I have worn straight out of the box. I have now put dozens of Kms on rock hard asphalt and one Micro Spike hike in the mountains. Blown away by the fit, finish and craftsmanship of the boots. Had them down to -23C and feet were warm. No hot spots, no heel slip no real break in period. Would easily recommend them to anyone.

I went for a 17 mile hike yesterday in my new Superalps. Secure on rough trails, roomy toe box, flexible enough, no heel lift, warm, and no blisters. Thank you AKU, I look forward to my next hike.

I am a field biologist and am often hiking off trail in difficult terrain, often jagged limestone and talus. These boots are sturdy and very supportive. After a week in the field they still look brand new. My only suggestion is that I would love to be able to get this boot in a non-Goretex version for hot weather. I am located in Arizona and I think these boots will be pretty hot in the summer.

Superalp GTX - Men's

3rd pair of AKUs and this was the best one yet

Love them

Just perfect !

Third pair an still loving them

Superalp GTX - Men's

Have only used the boot for walking around in the snow for break in. I purchased the boot for winter backpacking/snowshoe trips. The trips are coming up.

The boots lace down very well, snugs my heel with no slippage. Toes do not feel cramped like most boots. I did buy them considerbly larger than my mondopoint size, which measures men's 9; I purchased my normal shoe size of 10.5. Mondopont is correct for my ski boot size. Stomping downhill is much more toe smashing than sliding downhill.