Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 Boot
Atomic heard the cry of 1000 aching souls, “I want a boot that walks like a Backland Carbon but skis like a Hawx XTD, why oh god am I left to suffer and teeter on this hideous precipice?!” And lo, they have provided an answer. Boasting both a 74-degree range of motion and a very skiable 120 flex, the Backland Carbon XTD 120 is as capable on the up as it is on the down. The laced lower buckle combined with the hybrid overlap shell construction allows users with medium-large feet to ascend comfortably yet snug things down for committing descents. Much to the chagrin of the bacteria that typically take up residence in well-used ski touring liners, the 3D Platinum Tour liner is hand-washable, keeping your partner and olfactory senses much happier. When scampering along icy ridges in search of the entrance to that "one" couloir, the Skywalk Touring Norm Sole will provide reliable traction. Skin up, ski down, and stop overthinking your boot choices with the Backland Carbon XTD 120.
- Carbon-powered cuff and shell deliver a stout 120 flex rating.
- Memory Fit plastic accommodates a variety of foot shapes.
- Hybrid overlap shell construction allows smooth step-in and a secure foot wrap.
- Frictionless Mirror Pivots offer a smooth 74-degree range of motion.
- Free / Lock 4.5 external walk mode lever allows simple clearing of ice and snow and forward lean adjustment.
- Cross Lace 2.5 “Z” shaped cable and buckle combination on the lower provides a consistent and powerful foothold.
- Supportive, moldable, breathable, and hand-washable 3D Platinum Tour liner.
Specifications | |
Weight |
1410g [27/27.5] |
Weight (pair) | 2820g [27/27.5] |
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2 + 50mm Quick Release Cam Strap |
Boot Sole |
277mm [24/24.5] 287mm [25/25.5] 297mm [26/26.5] 307mm [27/27.5] 317mm [28/28.5] 327mm [29/29.5] 337mm [30/30.5] |
Binding |
Tech only |
Cuff |
74° |
Forward |
13°, 15°, 17° |
Specs Verified | Yes |
Design | |
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Carbon Loaded PA |
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3D Platinum Tour |
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Skywalk Touring Norm Sole |
Skimo Co Says | |
Usage | All-day touring and ski mountaineering |
Notes | A new stiffer Backland |
Bottom Line | Versatile all-arounder |
Compare to other Touring Boots |
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Questions & Reviews
Obviously this Backland 120 is more substantial then the past Backlands and has much more liner too. Without a tongue, and 74 degrees ROM, the forward flex is a bit less then the Zero G, but not a lot.
The TransAlp Pro is a bit stiffer. Not made from Grilimid, they have a nice progressive flex (so does the Backland). The La Sportiva Skorpius also fits in with these for stiffness/ ski ability. Of course fit is all important.
For help to find the one that fits you best, try our Boot fitter.
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