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Key Equipment Disruptive x Krister Kopala Boot

$898.95

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Created in close collaboration with one of the most progressive splitboard mountaineers in the world, Krister Kopala, the Key Equipment x Krister Kopala Boot is a purpose-built tool for tackling far-reaching and daunting objectives. Revisiting every detail of their venerable Disruptive Boot, Key Equipment shaved off a significant amount of weight without detracting from its definitive ride quality. Since mountaineering usually involves billy-goating through and around rocks, Key Equipment paired this boot with an extra rugged Vibram sole, providing durability and a confident grip in icy terrain. Similar to the Disruptive, low-friction cuff pivots provide a nearly frictionless range of motion while the engineered lateral stiffness keeps pressure on your edges, helping you navigate icy skin tracks. Whether you want a boot to tackle the gnarliest objectives or want a lighter option so you can harvest more powder, the Key Equipment x Krister Kopala Boot is up for the task.

  • Rugged and aggressive Vibram sole provides long-lasting traction.
  • Low-friction cuff pivots allow you to move efficiently on big objectives.
  • Lighter than its heavier sibling for extra skin track efficiency.
  • Lateral stiffness helps you pressure your edges for confidence on icy skin tracks.
  • Tool-free forward lean adjustment allows you to quickly dial in your preferred stance.
  • Designed to be easily repaired in the field if necessary.
  • Palau Liner is highly customizable and comfortable.
  • Perhaps the best splitboard mountaineering boot available?
Specifications
Weight
convert to ounces
1310g [27.5]
Weight (pair) 2620g [27.5]
Buckles   2
Boot Sole Length   259mm [23.5/24]
269mm [24.5/25]
279mm [25.5/26]
289mm [26.5/27]
299mm [27.5/28]
309mm [28.5/29]
319mm [29.5/30]
329mm [30.5/31]
Binding Compatibility   Tech, Splitboard
Cuff Rotation   60°
Forward Lean(s)   74°-88° in 1-degree increments
Specs Verified Yes
Design
Materials   Polyamide
Liner   Palau
Sole   Vibram
Skimo Co Says
Usage Mountaineering, soul surfing
Notes Thoughtfully designed to reduce unnecessary weight
Bottom Line Splitboarders mountaineering boot
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Questions & Reviews

11/22/2025
Question from Darcy
 
Do you have to open the Velcro to take these boots on or off? Or can you open the entire strap from the buckle ?
11/24/2025
Answer from Josh O
 
Hi Darcy,

For the layout on these buckles/straps in order to fully open the system you must un-velcro the strap and pull it out of the buckle end.

however I did see someone using the  Tahoe Trail Tools Strapoff Adapter on the buckles for this boot. which allows you to fully open the boot by just releasing the buckle. no velcro adjustments
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11/8/2025
Question from Darcy
 
If I have been in Phantom size 26-26.5, and before that TLT6 size 26-26.5, and I’m typically shoe or boot size size 8.5 (US), would you say I should probably order these in the 26.5-27?
11/8/2025
Answer from Matt P
 
Hey Darcy,

I think the 26.5/27.0 would be the right fit based on the BSL.

To make sure that we get the right fit for you, we recommend filling out our boot fitting form  here .
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10/20/2025
Question from Michael
 
When will these be available/shipped? It says preorder for Fall but wondering when exactly that is ? Thanks (:
10/22/2025
Answer from Matt P
 
Hi Michael,

These boots will be available to ship in early November.
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11/29/2024
Question from Andy P
 
Hey do these come with the mid flex or stiffer tongue?
11/30/2024
Answer from jbo
 
Hi Andy, the Kopala ships with the medium flex tongue.
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11/20/2024
Question from Ryan D
 
Any chance of getting these boots in a 29.5?
11/20/2024
Answer from jbo
 
Hi Ryan, sadly Key is only making a few sizes this season, maxing out at 28.5/29.
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