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La Sportiva Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Men's
Designed for general mountaineering, snowfields, and difficult backpacking, versatility defines the La Sportiva Makalu alpine boot, La Sportiva's most popular mountaineering boot. A 3mm roughout silicone-impregnated leather upper is durable and easy to weatherproof. The Makalu feels comfortable right out of the box—the cut of the ankle cuff and Dri-Lex lining cut down on break-in time significantly. A locking lace system makes adjusting the fit a breeze, and the Makalu is crampon compatible. The La Sportiva Makalu is hand-made by Italian craftsmen at the foot of the Dolomite Mountain Range. They put 70 years of mountaineering and boot-making experience into the Makalu so you can climb, hike and explore without worrying that your boots aren't up to the challenge. *AVAILABLE FOR NORTH AMERICAN SHIPMENT ONLY.
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Makalu Boot review
Makalu boots are for slender to normal feet. I wear a 8.5 US size. BackcountryStore.com recommends getting a half size smaller. I followed their chart which tells you to get a 41.5 euro if you wear a 8.5 US. My feet are a little bit wide. It took a week of wearing them all day to break them in. I then went on a 3 hr hiking excursion on a volcano near Toluca Mexico as I do every Saturday. Compared to a pair of Soloman hiking tennis shoes they are much better. My knees bother me when I wear the Salomon´s. Plus I get better traction on steep loose inclines. I literally helped pull a 200lb friend up one such incline. These boots have very stiff soles and are very supportive. And my toe beside my big toe is longer so it just touches the boot. I can kick a cement wall and feel nothing. My left foot is wider than my right. So my right foot feels great and my left foot still experiences some pressure at the front side of my foot. I can easily live with this since I only feel pressure not pain. They really hug my feet which gives me more confidence on steep slopes. The liner really protects your feet. The pain I experienced with break-in was well worth it!!! I never experienced any blisters breaking them in with cheap socks. I would recommend them to everyone except for those with extra wide feet.
LaSportiva Makalu
For five days the Makalu's were the footwear of choice on my winter camping trip in Northern Minnesota. They kept my feet warm, provided great support and allowed me to pull my 150 lb sled with ease. The removeable footbed and tongue made them perfect for drying out in my bag at night. AWESOME Boot!
Makalu Mountaineering Boot-Men's
This seems to be a really great product, and Backcountry.com's service was wonderful! I have a heel spur, and it was recommended that I purchase a light mountaineering boot to help reduce the effects of this problem. I feel like the boots will be fantastic once they are broken in, which seems to be a minimum amount of time for a mountaineering boot. Great job! Thanks, Mtnfree
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These boots are the bomb! I've used them for many types of trips. They’re great in the snow, in water, in heat, on trail or rock. I have taken them up fourteeners in Colorado in summer and fall. I’ve also done some edging on rock and at my local climbing gym. And used them camping for 3 days in the desert in Arizona. Great for heavy packs as it has a built in shank. Great grip. The model I have has Vibram rubber. The newer models that I have seen may use different rubber as the Vibram emblem wasn't on the new models I’ve seen. At least 4 of my other friends and I swear by them. And among us have tried many others. Makalu is the way to go. Great job Sportiva!
La Sportiva Makalu Boot
I have been trying to find a rugged boot that didn't give me blisters for 3 years. I am breaking the boots in for a four week trek to Nepal in the Fall. My first hike was a 10 mile and the boots fill great. Thanks to the BackcountryStore.com for carrying a product that I can't find at the local stores.
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Training Tips
Efficient running position allows you to run farther and faster. Keep the heel raise to a minimum, relax your upper body and hands, keep your upper body poised and quiet.
If you want to make progess in your training, join a running group. A commitment to meet on a regular basis with a group of like minded individuals will help you keep your focus.
An efficient long distance running stride will have you landing on your heal first and rolling to the front of your toes.
One of the most mentally toughening things you can do as a runner who trains daily is to add a morning run into your routine. This means you are doing two runs a day. The morning run is simply more of a mental challenge then anything else.
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