Scarpa Alien 4.0

Technologies and manufacturing processes

• ALIEN 4 GAITER

  The gaiter is made of nylon and spandex fibers woven together and provides greater elasticity for an easy fit. Also the rear part of the shell has a specially designed gaiter that prevents snow from penetrating downhill or when climbing.

• CARBON FIBER SHELL AND CUFF

  The reduced shell design guarantees maximum comfort when skiing, thanks to the closure system that does not cause pressure points. Ergonomic design adapts to the natural shape of the leg.

• SPEED LOCK SYSTEM LITE

  Lacing system consisting of the "A-Light" lever and a durable and lightweight Dyneema® cord, two tabs and two metal hooks. Thanks to the Speed Lock Lite system, the socket can be opened and closed with just one movement. The locking plate on the shell, which connects the lever to the shell, prevents the accumulation of snow and ice.

• Boa® Fit System

  The BOA® Fit System offers a finely adjustable, precise fit and performs even under the toughest conditions.

• RACE 4.0 SL

  The thermoformable Intuition liner in the lightweight and comfortable lowcut version. Double Pull-Tab facilitates quick on and off.

• RESOLEABLE

  This shoe can be resoled at an official SCARPA dealer. Repair your shoe before it is too damaged. Find your dealer in the dealer locator.

• Vibram

  SCARPA relies on the high quality soles of Vibram® for its touring ski products, which are conceived and designed by specialists in collaboration between SCARPA and Vibram®. Thanks to selected compositions, the best possible performance and high grip are achieved, particularly suitable for activities in the snow. SCARPA by Vibram® stands for top performance, guaranteed grip and durability in all conditions.

• INTUITION

  Intuition has over twenty years of experience and today manufactures hundreds of thousands of boot liners for the most important brands in the world. The products are worn by skiers, snowboarders, guides and instructors. Intuition liners offer the highest levels of thermal protection and lightweight performance, ensuring the highest technological standards for thermoformable liners. The exclusive thermoformable materials guarantee a durable fit.

• QUICKSTEP

  Quick Step In inserts for easy and secure placement and attachment of the ski boot side grooves Allows easy entry into the stem. Patented, tested and guaranteed.

• Gaiter

  When every gram counts on long climbs, our gaiter shell construction offers the perfect ultra-light solution that doesn't compromise downhill performance. The shell construction with Boa® Fit System is a great match for our lightweight, race-oriented ski boots and allows for secure, easy closure and maximum weight reduction while maintaining comfort and waterproofness.

• Carbon fiber

  Due to its lightness and durability carbon has become an excellent material for the ski boots race. Carbon fiber is a material reinforced synthetic made of filaments, generally around a resin that keeps them in place and protects them and with what we call lightweight, resistant composite material. In addition to the above properties lightness and endurance We find low density, decent fire retardant properties, resistance chemicals and temperature fluctuations as well as capacity thermal insulating.