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63% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
74% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
76% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Excellent arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
Scarpa Kailash GTX
Number of reviews: 4
Average customer ratings:
Overall:
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2008-08-19 11:40:15 Scarpa Kailash GTX
Reviewer: Brant A from Maryland
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
I have and have had many boots. These soles have the best grip I have had on any boot. They stick like my straight rock climbing shoes. Great for anything where you don’t need massive, all leather support.
2008-07-07 19:21:48 Scarpa Kailash GTX
Reviewer: from Los Angeles, CA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
A good choice! I almost always look for product reviews before making purchase decisions, so here is my two cents worth. I hope this will help someone like me. Recently, I decided to get back into hiking and backpacking after a long hiatus. My first priority was to get new boots to replace my old traditional hiking boots made by Pacific Mountain Sports. I headed to REI near my house and tried virtually every mid-weight boot they had. (You know how it goes: some were a little wide, some pinched across the top, some didn't have good cushion, etc.) A pair of Vasque Wasatch GTX boots fit very well, but I wanted to do a little more research before plunking down the bucks only to find a better boot later. I poked around the internet and found Backpacker magazine's review of the Scarpa Kailash. I figured that if this boot was their Editor's Choice, it was worth a look. Originally, I could not find them in my size (US 11) anywhere and purchased its sibling boot, the Mustang GTX instead. Upon their arrival, I immediately tried them on with my thick military boot socks and Coolmax liners both made by "Techspun." Before even lacing the boots up, I knew I needed an 11 1/2 (US). After processing my return, I found the Kailash GTX (size 11 1/2) in stock and quickly ordered them. I received them following day thanks to Zappos.com upgrading me to overnight delivery via FEDEX. I tried them on and found the 11 1/2 fit perfectly. I wore them around the house for a few hours to get a good feel for them and was truly amazed at how much cushion they had. The Kailash GTX's were literally light years away from my old all leather hiking boots with Vibram Kletterlift soles. (I've had two knee operations, so cushioning is now a priority for me.) My first hike was around two miles on decent dirt trails (I had my 4 year old with me) in the local foothills. The boots were very comfortable and secure/supportive in all the right places. Great forefoot flex. No blisters, heel slippage, or hot spots. My second hike was 4 miles on decomposed granite as well as crushed/broken stone in the area of Mt. Lowe, Angeles National Forest. Going up, I noticed a hot spot on my right heel and dreaded my decision to wear one of my Techspun boot socks that was worn thin in the heel. (After my first hike without any problems, I figured I could get away with it.) I laced the boots a little tighter which helped lock my heel in better, but the very small blister had already started to form. On the way down, I hit some loose rock and rolled my ankle. The boots provided great support and were stiff enough across the ankle to prevent injury. I am very happy with the boots and would highly recommend them. Backpacker magazine obviously did their research and picked a fine boot that needs little or no break-in period. I don't think you will be disappointed by these boots. I would only caution buyers to choose a half size larger if they happen to wear thick wool socks. After this positive experience, I think I'm a Scarpa customer for life. Thank you to Zappos for great customer service and a great selection of boots.
2008-06-29 07:28:15 Scarpa Kailash GTX
Reviewer: from West Point, NY
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Quick break in! I put these on and wore them around the house for almost two days trying to find a fit flaw. Aside from a very minor pinch at the ankle (fixed with creative lacing) they fit great. First time out on a trail was Red Rock in AZ. It was a short established tourist type trail, but again, they felt supportive for their light weight and very "grippy" on rock. Back east, I wore them on a 5 mile day hike in Harriman State Park over trail and melon sized rocks. Again, the boot was stabilizing, provided good traction and was very light on my feet. No hot spots or blisters at all during break in.
2008-03-24 09:48:55 Scarpa Kailash GTX
Reviewer: Lynn Y from Fort Worth, Texas
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Scarpa Kailash GTX - WOW! Scarpa craftsmen have scored with a SUPERB boot. They fit right out of the box like they had already been broken in... No heel or top of foot discomfort like so many other boots. Scarpa has gained a customer for life.
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Write an online review and share your thoughts with other Zappos.com customers!
63% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
74% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
76% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Excellent arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
Scarpa Kailash GTX
Number of reviews: 4
Average customer ratings:
Overall:
Comfort: Look: 2008-08-19 11:40:15 Scarpa Kailash GTX
Reviewer: Brant A from Maryland
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
I have and have had many boots. These soles have the best grip I have had on any boot. They stick like my straight rock climbing shoes. Great for anything where you don’t need massive, all leather support.
2008-07-07 19:21:48 Scarpa Kailash GTX
Reviewer: from Los Angeles, CA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
A good choice! I almost always look for product reviews before making purchase decisions, so here is my two cents worth. I hope this will help someone like me. Recently, I decided to get back into hiking and backpacking after a long hiatus. My first priority was to get new boots to replace my old traditional hiking boots made by Pacific Mountain Sports. I headed to REI near my house and tried virtually every mid-weight boot they had. (You know how it goes: some were a little wide, some pinched across the top, some didn't have good cushion, etc.) A pair of Vasque Wasatch GTX boots fit very well, but I wanted to do a little more research before plunking down the bucks only to find a better boot later. I poked around the internet and found Backpacker magazine's review of the Scarpa Kailash. I figured that if this boot was their Editor's Choice, it was worth a look. Originally, I could not find them in my size (US 11) anywhere and purchased its sibling boot, the Mustang GTX instead. Upon their arrival, I immediately tried them on with my thick military boot socks and Coolmax liners both made by "Techspun." Before even lacing the boots up, I knew I needed an 11 1/2 (US). After processing my return, I found the Kailash GTX (size 11 1/2) in stock and quickly ordered them. I received them following day thanks to Zappos.com upgrading me to overnight delivery via FEDEX. I tried them on and found the 11 1/2 fit perfectly. I wore them around the house for a few hours to get a good feel for them and was truly amazed at how much cushion they had. The Kailash GTX's were literally light years away from my old all leather hiking boots with Vibram Kletterlift soles. (I've had two knee operations, so cushioning is now a priority for me.) My first hike was around two miles on decent dirt trails (I had my 4 year old with me) in the local foothills. The boots were very comfortable and secure/supportive in all the right places. Great forefoot flex. No blisters, heel slippage, or hot spots. My second hike was 4 miles on decomposed granite as well as crushed/broken stone in the area of Mt. Lowe, Angeles National Forest. Going up, I noticed a hot spot on my right heel and dreaded my decision to wear one of my Techspun boot socks that was worn thin in the heel. (After my first hike without any problems, I figured I could get away with it.) I laced the boots a little tighter which helped lock my heel in better, but the very small blister had already started to form. On the way down, I hit some loose rock and rolled my ankle. The boots provided great support and were stiff enough across the ankle to prevent injury. I am very happy with the boots and would highly recommend them. Backpacker magazine obviously did their research and picked a fine boot that needs little or no break-in period. I don't think you will be disappointed by these boots. I would only caution buyers to choose a half size larger if they happen to wear thick wool socks. After this positive experience, I think I'm a Scarpa customer for life. Thank you to Zappos for great customer service and a great selection of boots.
2008-06-29 07:28:15 Scarpa Kailash GTX
Reviewer: from West Point, NY
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Quick break in! I put these on and wore them around the house for almost two days trying to find a fit flaw. Aside from a very minor pinch at the ankle (fixed with creative lacing) they fit great. First time out on a trail was Red Rock in AZ. It was a short established tourist type trail, but again, they felt supportive for their light weight and very "grippy" on rock. Back east, I wore them on a 5 mile day hike in Harriman State Park over trail and melon sized rocks. Again, the boot was stabilizing, provided good traction and was very light on my feet. No hot spots or blisters at all during break in.
2008-03-24 09:48:55 Scarpa Kailash GTX
Reviewer: Lynn Y from Fort Worth, Texas
Overall:
Comfort:
Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Scarpa Kailash GTX - WOW! Scarpa craftsmen have scored with a SUPERB boot. They fit right out of the box like they had already been broken in... No heel or top of foot discomfort like so many other boots. Scarpa has gained a customer for life.
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