Mt. Whitney Portal Store & Hostel Forums General Mt. Whitney Portal Store Message Board Yet another boot question

I have been using the Trango S, Trango Extreme and Koflach Expe for all of my mountaineering adventures. Trango S is a summer boot with comfort for long hikes. I did the JMT with it.

Trango Extreme is one grade below Nepal in terms of insulation. I've used it for most winter trips in the Sierra and ice climbing in Lee Vining. It should be good for all winter outings in CA except on the coldest of days.

The Koflach is probably one of the warmest boots outside of the Himalayan $1,000 boots. I've used it for Denali, Rainier in summer, spring & winter,6,000m peaks in the Peruvian Andes. I've done long approaches in them. They are not as good compared to the single boots but they are not bad. You'll get used to the awkwardness walking on flat grounds after a few trips. They are becoming obsolete as the newer single boots are becoming increasing warmer. I don't think they are being made anymore. You can find probably find a cheap pair somewhere online.

The first time I went to Orizaba I used the Montrail backpacking boots. The second time I used the Trango S. It depends on the time of the year you want to do these peaks and the current conditions. Same as Rainier. Trango S would be fine in the summer on Rainier but you'll probably lose some toes if doing it in the winter.

used the Trango S for three JMTs, but after the alst one I am done with it. Not very durable is one issue(one was replaced under warranty, second now pretty shot but still holding together), but my biggest issue is the lack of cushioning in the front part of the boot and the really tight toe box. I already wear the thing half a size larger than I should and I still get bruised toes in there after just a day or two.

strengths - lightweight for the level of support, and pretty decent breathability, zero break-in time. Ties quickly and waterproof for quick stream crossings that aren't too deep.

For my next big hike, I am looking for a boot similar to the Trango S but with slightly more comfort. 15 years ago I had a pair of Meindl trekking boots that were just about perfect for my needs. Can't get my hands on Meindl boots in the US, though.

Fishmonger - check out the Kayland MXTs. I have the same opinion about the Trango S as you do. I love my MXTs... same basic idea as the Trango S, with a better toe box shape and a little more cushioning. Last year's black model is really cheap now too. I use 10.5 and I normally wear 10 in everything.

thanks, I'll check them out - you are talking about these?
http://www.zappos.com/n/p/p/7385720/c/147.html

see them for even less at some other outlets, but not in size 11, which usually fits me comfortably.

Yeah, those are the ones. I have used them to climb class 5 rock, crampon steep neve, as well as trek and summit Kilimanjaro. 30% off isn't bad either. Maybe I'll get another pair of the black ones.