Overview
Made for both uphill and downhill adventures, Salomon's SHIFT ALPHA BOA 120 boots combine freeride versatility with alpine ability. The FreeSpine™, connecting cuff and shell, offers unparalleled power and control, while the EXOBELT™ and BOA® Fit System deliver micro-adjustable, precision fit engineered to perform in the toughest conditions.
Features & Fabrics
SHELL - Polyurethane: A material with consistent density that ensures perfect wrapping, reliable progressivity and good power transmission.
SHELL - Integrated tech inserts: Low-tech inserts are integrated into the shell, making it complementary to touring bindings, so you can experience reliability and direct power transmission when skinning up.
SHELL - Midgrip sole: A Contagrip® piece between the toe and heel and GripWalk pads improve the boot's grip in difficult terrain such as a rocky summits, ice and other uneven surfaces.
SHELL - Custom Shell HD: The Custom Shell HD process brings fast personalization to the boot lower shell of in 10 minutes. Thin wall construction & new materials allow the foot to be closer to the shell.
SHELL - BOA® Fit System: The BOA® Fit System delivers a micro-adjustable, precision fit engineered to perform in the toughest conditions.
SHELL - Exobelt technology: The strong textile/plastic fastener and BOA® Fit System brings remarkable heel hold and prevents blisters during ascents, while ensuring precision and power during descents.
CUFF - Frictionless pivots: Polymer bushings provide a completely natural cuff rotation for effortless movements on the way up.
CUFF - Freespine: This extremely sturdy plastic bar on the back of the boot links the cuff and lower shell to add a layer of reliable alpine progressivity to your freeride comfort.
CUFF - Twinlock mechanism: This redesigned SkiWalk and FreeSpine offer a wide range of motion and progressive alpine flex, while the horizontal closing position prioritizes safety and durability.
CUFF - PowerWedge: A little insert into the FreeSpine, the PowerWedge enhances your range of motion when unlocked and boosts power transmission when locked for an authentic alpine experience.
CUFF: Polyolefin + PEX
LINER - Light² footbed: Slightly shaped, lightweight footbed made of special, lighter foams.
LINER - My Custom Fit Freeride 4D Pro: This pre-shaped liner offers an increased foothold and fit. Cushier foams and outside placement of the Talyn® ease adaptation, while the elastic toe box gives more space.
LINER: Walk function
LINER: Lace loops
STRAP: Riveted energyzer velcro 45mm
PADS - Gripwalk premounted ISO 23223: GripWalk pads are premounted and their specific shape offers improved walking comfort and more grip no matter the conditions.
PADS: Full rubber sole
TIGHTENING: 2 riveted aluminium 3D
TIGHTENING: 2 hiking hook
