Our verdict
Tons of surefootedness await those who'd sport the Kento Pro High GTX. Compatible with semi-automatic crampons, this mountaineering boot from Mammut hits the nail of tenacity right on the head, latching mightily on cold and slushy surfaces. And despite being fully insulated and waterproof, this mammoth of a kick doesn't feel weighty, nor does it restrict movement at all.
Pros
- Who should NOT buy it
- Youre looking for a pair that needs little-to-no break-in time
- The With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the is a tough-yet-versatile B2 boot. Purchase it if
- Surprisingly light
- Mammut Kento Pro High GTX equals comfy hikes
- Superb water protection
- Why trust us
- Damage-resistant
Cons
- Same brand only
- with Gore-Tex are what you prefer
Who should buy the With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the
The With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the is a tough-yet-versatile B2 boot. Purchase it if:
- Hybrid/Semi-Automatic Crampon Compatible.
- Mountaineering boots You prefer to wear just one pair of boots for hiking approaches and ascending elevations.
- You're looking for a pair that needs little-to-no break-in time.
Who should NOT buy it
Who should buy the With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the Mammut Taiss Light Mid GTX is a better pick than the Kento Pro High GTX. And if you want a pair that locks in the laces securely, opt for the Charmoz from Scarpa.
Why trust us
Reviewers applaud the grip level of the With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the. It's "great for the bog, wet rock, and sloppy snow I tested them on," says a professional tester among them.
Regular commenters also adore the Vibram outsole of the featured boot. Take a look at some of their rave remarks:
- "Who should buy the With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the!"
- "The With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the is a tough-yet-versatile B2 boot. Purchase it if."
- "The sole provides significant security."
Wanted: Lace-locking top eyelets
The Kento Pro High GTX, based on reviews, has beefed-up ankle support. "My expectations were exceeded," said a mountaineer about the supportiveness of the shoe's high-cut shaft. "The ankle cuff is high and supportive, ideal on rough ground and in deep snow," said a professional gear blogger.
That said, the support it provides doesn't decrease lower leg mobility. The same expert says that it's "soft and quite forgiving," making the shoe more flexible than most B2 mountaineering boots out there.
No lace-locking feature
Mountaineers find this Mammut offering impressive on hikes and base-mountain walks. It's "spot-on for winter walking," says a footwear pundit. "Feels like heaven," says another.
with Gore-Tex are what you prefer
"These boots fitted me perfectly straight away," a gear maven says. "These are like gloves, with no hot spots," another commenter says.
Inexplicable lightness
Despite its 810-gram weight per shoe, the With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the is considered light by several climbers. Comments such as "super light," "light yet sturdy," and "extremely light" back their observation.
But its durability is on-point
One of the featured boot's misses lies in its closure system. An experienced mountaineer has this in his review: "If I'm making a small negative criticism, it would be the absence of a lace-locking system at the very top."
Who should buy the With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the
There are those who are quite stoked about the featured kick's high moisture protection. "I went through a torrent with them today, and they are completely waterproof," says a commenter about his Kento Pro High GTXs.
With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the
It's been reported that this boot could use a bit more precision on certain climbs. "The external profile is surprisingly chunky, which makes them less precise as a climbing boot," says an expert.
Mammut Taiss Light Mid GTX
When it comes to longevity, the With no bad rap about its overall climbing performance, the doesn't disappoint. A long-time mountain climber says that it has "high resistance to mechanical damage."