technology overview

TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
the whole may be greater than the sum of its parts.
But the parts are pretty cool too.
Our constant pursuit of excellence is deeply embedded in our design, technology and materials.
Every attribute and feature in each SCARPA boot relates to the desired terrain and intended use.
Ski farther, harder, faster.
POWERBLOCK
Fixed POWERBLOCK forward-lean mechanism creates a complete
lock between the cuff and shell for unmatched stiffness and control.
Ski harder with confidence; knowing your boots will keep you driving
for the fall line.
TORSION CONTROL
Using multi-injection technology, our Torsion Frame provides lateral
rigidity independent of the tele-bellows.
What more does any telemarker want? Maximum edge control in all
snow conditions.
HEEL RETENTION SYSTEMS
Due to our HRS and instep straps, heel security has become a
SCARPA trademark.
Our instep strap configuration offers incredible fit for both touring
comfort and rock-solid downhill performance.
V-FRAME POWER RIBS
V-Frame Power Ribs add considerable strength for maximum
downhill performance.
Maximizing a high strength-to-weight ratio so you can go FAST.
SKI/WALK MECHANISM
Easy to engage, the Ski/Walk Mechanism locks/releases the cuff, providing
stiffness for downhill control or maximum flex for touring freedom.
You gotta get up before you go down!
EDGE GUARD
Replaceable edge guard takes all the direct abuse from your ski edges.
Keeps your boots and bellows safe. Disperses forefoot buckle pressure too.
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TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
strong. light. versatile.
to simply call it plastic might make it angry.
Pebax rules the world of plastic.
No other material offers the same
strength or power transmission
with such startling lightness.
PEBAX
+25%
And that’s exactly why 20+ SCARPA
models are made of PEBAX.
PU
PEBAX
PU
Due to the high strength/weight ratio,
Pebax boots offer alpine-performance
minus 20% of the weight of PU
(polyurethane) – requiring significantly less
material to achieve similar performance.
1 pound on your feet = 5 lbs on your back.
That’s per boot, meaning if your boots are
one pound lighter each, that’s equivalent
to 10 less pounds on your back – that’s
25% of the average day-pack weight!
It takes all kinds.
No other ski boot manufacturer in the world offers the range of binding compatibility that SCARPA does.
There is no telemark, alpine touring or alpine binding in production for which SCARPA does not make a boot.
ALPINE (DIN)
The required standard for use in alpine bindings. Known interchangeably as
DIN, TUV or ISO 5355, this standard is synonymous with dependable release
and bomber security. (Though our lawyers tell us that no boot/binding system
can guarantee your safety in all circumstances.)
ALPINE TOURING (AT)
Sometimes referred to as UNI or ISO 9523, the universal norm for alpine
touring features a lug sole for maximum traction over any terrain. These
boots are only recommended for use in touring bindings. Or walking
anywhere requiring positive traction.
TOUR LITE TECH (TLT)
Also known as the Dynafit System, TLT represents the lightest alpine touring
binding available and requires special boot fittings. SCARPA has 11 boots with
TLT fittings, including the Terminator X and Terminator X Pro telemark boots
(NTN) that are compatible with touring bindings.
75MM TELEMARK NORM (75MM)
As the name implies, the traditional “duck-billed” boot is the telemark norm.
This has been the standard for telemark boots and bindings since the telemark
revival of the 1970s.
NEW TELEMARK NORM (NTN)
The revolutionary New Telemark Norm boot standard fits Rottefella’s NTN
bindings and features an AT spec toe. With an underfoot attachment, this
boot/binding system redefines telemark performance. For more information
on the binding, please visit www.rottefella.no/english/start_telemark.htm
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freeride technology
Downhill performance begins with a solid foundation.
For the pushers, those who are always trying to get more, SCARPA Freeride boots offer both categorydefining performance and unparalleled versatility thanks to the Vibram Ride Sole – the first all-rubber
DIN standard sole. The Ride sole makes for perfect interface with your alpine bindings while offering
better traction than any plastic DIN sole. For those who require extra traction, our lugged Rally sole
is available as an accessory.
TUV-certified
Our Tornado Pro with the Ride sole is
the only boot in the world TUV-certified
for use in both alpine and AT bindings!
In addition, it’s the only TUV-certified
boot with a rubber sole, guaranteeing
that your boots perfectly integrate with
your Alpine or AT bindings.
Anti-friction device (AFD)
The primary interface that enables
predictable release from alpine bindings.
wing
Tough rubber wings between the toe
and heel eliminate snow buildup and
offer exceptional grip on any terrain.
rubber din sole
Thanks to the special rubber composite
developed by Vibram especially for
SCARPA this DIN sole offers maximum
traction, whether crossing the parking
lot or the ski area boundary.
rally sole
AT-compatible, rockered
rubber AT soles enable
superior climbing and
high-traction reliability
for off-piste use.
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alpine touring technology
Energy conservation on a personal level.
Many folks think that ‘lightweight’ and ‘efficiency’ are goals in and of themselves. Those driven to ski know
better. These are only a means to ski MORE. More laps, more turns, more vert, more fun.
Optimized Touring Pivot
Some SCARPA TLT-compatible touring boot
models feature the Optimized Touring Pivot.
We’ve adjusted the TLT toe-fitting from the
standard location to slightly farther under the
foot for significantly increased touring efficiency.
Saving just a little energy every step adds up
over several thousand vertical feet.
(*Please see the owners manual
for specific mounting requirements,
www.scarpa.com/2008skiownermanual)
tongues
ski tongue
For maximum downhill performance,
specific models are compatible with
our Ski tongue. This offers a 20%
increase in stiffness compared to the
Walk tongue! Dial in your performance
on those days when you want to ski
hard and fast at the resort.
walk tongue
For all-day touring, specific
models can swap tongues to
the Walk tongue. Hinged in the
middle, it provides incredible
all-day touring comfort, and also
provides a nice performance
complement to the Ski tongue.
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ergonomic bellows
Our “F” series boots are touring
machines thanks to these
bellows. A more natural stride
means both enhanced comfort
and world-class efficiency.
telemark technology
The sole has changed, but the soul remains.
Our NTN (New Telemark Norm) boots, the Terminator X and Terminator X Pro, represent our commitment
to innovation. When combined with NTN bindings, this new system for telemark skiing offers the control,
performance, convenience and security normally associated with alpine bindings. If you are a control
freak, you need NTN.
TLT-compatible
The SCARPA NTN boots are the only telemark
boots in the world that work with a fixed-heel
touring binding.
The actual NTN spec designates an AT-boot toe
profile and the second-heel for the binding to bite
on. Which means no more heel cables to deal with
and no more duckbill.
The NTN spec provides increased leverage, and the
elimination of ‘slop’ between the boot and binding
that telemarkers have always just dealt with.
NTN bindings feature the ease of a step-in
interface, a reliable release system and an
integrated brake. Combined, these add up to the
closest thing telemarkers have ever experienced
compared to alpine performance.
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scarpa intuition liners
Combining SCARPA’s attention to detail, the proven experience of Intuition® – manufacturer of the original
heat-moldable liner – and Ultralon® foam, the world’s best thermo-moldable material, these new liners fit
better out of the box, ski better out of the box and custom mold better than any other liner available.
ultralon® foam
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Ultra lightweight
Super warm
Maximum energy transfer
Can be molded again and again
Different densities optimize
comfort and performance
Resilient and durable =
minimum packout
Supportive enough for
medical orthotics
Antibacterial
Fast drying
absolute precision fit
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layered foam
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pull tab
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Lasted in half-size increments
Men’s and women’s specific lasts
Each specific liner molded in
model-specific shell
Both overlap and tongued closure Ski with or without a footbed
Hidden stitching eliminates pressure points
Silicone tread for maximum traction
toe box
speed
precision high
- Hurricane
- Tornado Pro
- T-Race
- spirit 4
- spirit 3
- matrix
- t1
- terminator x pro
precision
high lady
precision lady
speed pro m’s
speed pro w’s
- diva
- star lite
- Typhoon
- skookum
- domina
- t1 lady
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silicone tread
precision
- f3
performance
tour
- terminator x
TECHNICAL COMPARISON CHART
BOOT
UPHILL
PERFORMANCE
DOWNHILL
PERFORMANCE
FLEX
BINDING
INDEX BUCKLES COMPATIBILITY WEIGHT
FREERIDE SERIES
+
HURRICANE
120
4
DIN/AT
1808g (27)
3lbs 15oz
TYPHOON
+
+ 110 (90)
4
DIN/AT
1854g (27)
4lbs 1oz
DOMINA
+
+ 110 (90)
4
DIN/AT
1666g (27)
3lbs 11oz
90 (110)
4
DIN/AT
1844g (27)
4lbs 1oz
+ 110 (90)
4
AT/TLT
1876g (27)
4lbs 2oz
TORNADO PRO
ALPINE TOURING SERIES
SKOOKUM
+
SPIRIT 4
+
90 (110)
4
AT/TLT
1814g (27)
3lbs 15oz
DIVA
+
90 (110)
4
AT/TLT
1560g (25)
3lbs 8oz
SPIRIT 3
+
+
90
3
AT/TLT
1760g (27)
3lbs 14oz
STAR LITE
+
+
80
3
AT/TLT
1500g (25)
3lbs 7oz
90
4
AT
1690g (27)
3lbs 13oz
DENALI
MATRIX
+
80
3
AT/TLT
1670g (27)
3lbs 9oz
F3
+
N/A
3
TLT
1470g (27)
3lbs 3oz
N/A
2
TLT
1350g (27)
2lbs 15oz
N/A
2
TLT
1120g (27)
2lbs 7oz
4
75MM
1945g (27)
4lbs 4oz
T1
4
75MM
1926g (27)
4lbs 3oz
T1 LADY
4
75MM
1720g (25)
3lbs 12oz
4
NTN/TLT
1670g (27)
3lbs 10oz
+
3
NTN/TLT
1618g (27)
3lbs 8oz
F1
+
F1 RACE
+
+
TELEMARK SERIES
+
T-RACE
+
TERMINATOR X PRO
TERMINATOR X
T2X
+
+
3
75MM
1570g (27)
3lbs 7oz
T2X LADY
+
+
3
75MM
1440g (25)
3lbs 3oz
2
75MM
1200g (22)
2lbs 10oz
TJ
- Flex index is based on stock tongue.
- If two #’s, the second represents another tongue included with boots.
- Currently there is no flex index norm for any ski boot with flexible bellows.
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SIZING CHART
FREERIDE + ALPINE TOURING + TELEMARK + MOUNTAINEERING
MONDO*
21.5
22
22.5
23
23.5
24
24.5
25
25.5
26
26.5
27
27.5
28
28.5
29
29.5
30
30.5
31
31.5
32
US MENS
US WOMENS
4.5
5.5
5
6
5.5
6.5
4.5
6
7
5
6.5
7.5
5.5
7
8
6
7.5
8.5
6.5
8
9
7
8.5
9.5
7.5
9
10
8
9.5
10.5
8.5
10
11
9
10.5
9.5
11
10
11.5
10.5
12
11
12.5
11.5
13
12
13.5
12.5
14
13
14.5
15
Highlighted (or not) sizes share the same shell size; the liners are lasted for each 1/2 size.
*All SCARPA Ski boots are measured in Mondo sizing.
**SCARPA Plastic Mountaineering boots are sized on the UK sizing scale.
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UK**