9.81 ETERE MAX GTX®

I was a bit skeptical about the grip on wet rock, but the tread pattern handled damp alpine slabs without any slip. They're also noticeably lighter than my usual boots, which makes a real difference on long ridge traverses. Exactly what I needed for fast, technical terrain.

I’ve been testing these on fast alpine traverses and they feel incredibly responsive—the way the sole flexes with each step makes technical terrain feel almost effortless. The grip has held perfectly on wet rock and loose gravel without any slip.

I was worried the GTX lining might make them stiff, but the sole flexes naturally with every stride on uneven ground. After a three-hour push up a steep ridge, my feet felt surprisingly fresh.