Salomon S/Lab MTN Summit Boot
“To get down, one first has to get there.” This sage observation from an unnamed but exceptionally handsome staffer here at Skimo Co sums up the age-old conundrum in the backcountry community. That is, one must earn their turns. To help make the battle against gravity less lopsided, Salomon made the S/Lab MTN Summit. Utilizing an Ultramid + shell with a carbon fiber-charged spine, the MTN Summit is more than ready for that long slog to the top and demanding descent through variable snow. Featuring an innovative Touring Belt, the MTN Summit can keep its pants on while providing an adaptable heel lock, reducing blisters and increasing skiability. Trying to lessen their environmental impact, Salomon uses 30% recycled material in the outsole to accomplish that goal without impacting durability or functionality. From galivanting to distant peaks, lapping your favorite powder stash, and everything in between, step into the MTN Summit.
- Custom Shell HD allows for full customization of the shell for an unparalleled fit.
- 70° range of motion is ultra-flexible, letting you skin to your ankle's content.
- Touring Belt provides exceptional heel hold, helping reduce problems with blisters.
- Surelock Ski Walk Mechanism is easy, unobtrusive, and offers a progressive flex.
- Adjustable forward lean lets you dial in your stance.
- Outsole is made with 30% recycled material.
*Not compatible with Alpine-heel touring bindings (e.g. the Shift, Tecton, or Kingpin).
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Weight |
1203g [27.5] |
| Weight (pair) | 2406g [27.5] |
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1 + Boa |
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Boot Sole |
248mm [22/22.5] 258mm [23/23.5] 268mm [24/24.5] 278mm [25/25.5] 288mm [26/26.5] 298mm [27/27.5] 308mm [28/28.5] 318mm [29/29/5] 328mm [30/30.5] |
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Binding |
Tech only |
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Cuff |
70° |
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Forward |
13.5°, 16.5° |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Ultramid custom shell, carbon fiber spine |
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My Custom Fit Tour light |
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30% recycled Outsole |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Ski mountaineering, fast & light touring |
| Notes | Cody Townsend approved |
| Bottom Line | Salomon is back on the summit |
| Compare to other Touring Boots | |
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Questions & Reviews
8/28/2024
How does the cuff height compare to the Atomic backland carbon?
8/29/2024
Hi Peter, they are very similar. The cuff pivot location, total height, and liner height are just about equal on both boot models.
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6/23/2024
When this boot says tech only bindings, does that include bindings like the Tecton or is it heal pins only?
6/24/2024
Hi John, "Tech Only" binding compatibility means that it only works with toe and heel pins. The specs will say "Hybrid" if a boot works with Tectons and similar bindings with tech toes and alpine-like heels. The Salomon MTN Summit is not compatible with Tectons.
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4/16/2024
I honestly don't understand how humans get their foot/feet into this boot. I tried and tried and simply could not get my foot inside the boot. I'm 38, fit, good ankle flexibility, narrow 95mm wide foot and skinny calves, and I was genuinely fearful I was about to seriously injure myself trying to get my foot past the throat/neck of the boot: it is such a small opening and the shell surrounding said opening is insanely stiff. The boot fitter at the Salomon store in Chamonix was unable to make it happen either. This was at 70f room temperature mind you. He metioned that lots of people can't get into this boot. The experience left me drenched in sweat and positively baffled. What are alternatives in this boot class that regular people can actually get on their feet?
4/16/2024
Hi Drew,
Not entirely sure what the problem is, but I've never had issues taking that boot on and off (and I also have narrower feet and skinny calves). My recommendations would be to ensure that the boot is in walk mode before you try to put it on, open it up all the way, and if all else fails, you can also try using a plastic boot horn.
With narrower feet, this may not be your best boot anyways - it fits a bit wider in the forefoot, and is a bit higher volume. I'd recommend filling out our boot fitter so that we can get a little more information and recommend some models!
Not entirely sure what the problem is, but I've never had issues taking that boot on and off (and I also have narrower feet and skinny calves). My recommendations would be to ensure that the boot is in walk mode before you try to put it on, open it up all the way, and if all else fails, you can also try using a plastic boot horn.
With narrower feet, this may not be your best boot anyways - it fits a bit wider in the forefoot, and is a bit higher volume. I'd recommend filling out our boot fitter so that we can get a little more information and recommend some models!
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2/27/2024
Could this boot work for someone who fits best in a low volume boot? It doesn't seem like there many narrow/low volume boot options in this category.
My touring boots right now are Hawx XTD Ultra 130s but looking for something with better ROM and a bit lighter for long days in the hills, these seem great but worried about sufficient heel hold and too much room in toe box . Long skinny foot and ankles, medium instep.
My touring boots right now are Hawx XTD Ultra 130s but looking for something with better ROM and a bit lighter for long days in the hills, these seem great but worried about sufficient heel hold and too much room in toe box . Long skinny foot and ankles, medium instep.
2/27/2024
Connor,
Fill out our boot fitter form and we can get you some personalized recommendations!
In general, this boot would work well for someone with a lower volume boot. More of a medium to low volume fit. Something like the SCARPA F1 XT would also be a good option. Narrow forefoot, moderate instep.
Fill out our boot fitter form and we can get you some personalized recommendations!
In general, this boot would work well for someone with a lower volume boot. More of a medium to low volume fit. Something like the SCARPA F1 XT would also be a good option. Narrow forefoot, moderate instep.
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2/22/2024
Hows the heel pocket compare to the Atomic Backland Carbon from 2021? Can you punch the heel pocket if need be?
2/22/2024
Hi Josh,
Yes, you can punch the heel pocket a bit. In general, this boot is pretty easy to punch. Compared to the Backland Carbon heel, this one might be a little narrower.
Yes, you can punch the heel pocket a bit. In general, this boot is pretty easy to punch. Compared to the Backland Carbon heel, this one might be a little narrower.
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12/9/2023
Any experience yet with punching this plastic before or after shell molding?? I'm a size 12.5USM or 30.0mondo, with a wide midfoot and wider yet toes. I currently sport an extremely punched S/labMTN 29.5 which barely fits. (And a slightly punched Mach1HV for alpine). I love the shape and features and flex of this new boot, but trying the size 30/5 felt small on my foot in every dimension including length. Based on the shell molding and punching potential, would you say this is a boot which can be made to work from a tight box-fit?? Thanks in advance!
12/9/2023
Joe,
If it hasn't been molded, it can be punched fairly well. After molding the shells, they can typically still be punched a little bit, but depends on how much they were stretched in the molding process. Very situation dependent.
As for the fit, shoot us an email at help@skimo.co. It might work, but there are probably options that are closer out of the box.
If it hasn't been molded, it can be punched fairly well. After molding the shells, they can typically still be punched a little bit, but depends on how much they were stretched in the molding process. Very situation dependent.
As for the fit, shoot us an email at help@skimo.co. It might work, but there are probably options that are closer out of the box.
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Amazing boot! Logged 63 days on this boot this last season. Climbed Mt. Hood, Baker, and Rainier, and put these boots through a lot of abuse. Super comfy, warm, and light.
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8/1/2023
Hello SKIMO Team,
I already have this boot paired with Salomon MTN 96 skis and what a blast! I am looking to purchase a new set of powder skis to pair with this boot. What are your thoughts of pairing this boot with the Voile Hyper V8? Am I asking too much out of the boot? The pow I envision is Montana cold smoke
Take it easy,
Tommy
I already have this boot paired with Salomon MTN 96 skis and what a blast! I am looking to purchase a new set of powder skis to pair with this boot. What are your thoughts of pairing this boot with the Voile Hyper V8? Am I asking too much out of the boot? The pow I envision is Montana cold smoke
Take it easy,
Tommy
8/1/2023
Hello Tommy,
Based on most manufacturers or reviewers of Beefy touring gear, no go.
That ski in just Sweet Pow and a finesse skier, it can work.
I use my Alien RS boots on some 112mm Powder skis. Only a few times, but works fine. If you have long and rough exits, you may get tossed around a bit.
Based on most manufacturers or reviewers of Beefy touring gear, no go.
That ski in just Sweet Pow and a finesse skier, it can work.
I use my Alien RS boots on some 112mm Powder skis. Only a few times, but works fine. If you have long and rough exits, you may get tossed around a bit.
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3/18/2023
I just go this boot. To adjust the forward lean, you flip the metal bracket on the carbon spine?
3/18/2023
Hi Ethan, that's correct. Flip the metal bracket upside down!
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3/16/2023
I've had these boots for a few months and they have a little play when they are locked down. It seems there is a bit of movement in the rear flipping mechanism as well as a mm of two in the bushings on the pivot points. It translates to a few inches of knee movement back and forth. Can you tell me if this is to be expected? Salomon customer service is not much help. I don't remember this play when they were brand new but I could have just missed it.
3/16/2023
Hi Brent, we've found maybe a millimeter of movement in the rear walk mode lock, but the bushings should be pretty solid. This translates to about an inch of fore/aft knee movement when rocking back and forth when I wear them. This amount of movement isn't unusual for this style of walk mode that locks within the shell.
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2/3/2023
The Salomon website lists the last as: Alpine Boot last
99/105
I'm confused by the "99/105", can you explain? Thanks!
99/105
I'm confused by the "99/105", can you explain? Thanks!
2/3/2023
Sorry Rudy, I cannot explain! Potentially it's the width measurement at a couple of different spots in the boot which reveals the underlying issue with listed lasts: no two manufacturers measure the same way so they can be quite misleading. We don't bother putting this somewhat random number in our specs. It's the same story with "flex rating". We recommend visiting our boot fitter for the skinny on how various boots might actually fit you and perform.
2/3/2023
JBO, thanks! Very interesting.. what a wacky system, and I’m grateful you all are here to help.
2/18/2023
Stock, It’s a 99mm last boot. Salomon’s Custom Shell molding let’s it stretch up to 105mm.
2/19/2023
That makes sense, Eric! Salomon says there is 6mm of expansion possible. As for the 99, not sure I would call it that.
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12/11/2022
What is the BSL of the 22.5 and how do you think this boot would do with an intuition liner put into it?
12/12/2022
Hi Shay, for the 22.5 the boot has a BSL of 248mm. Even with a Low Volume Intuition Tour Pro, it's will be pretty snug in the boot, compared to the stock liner. I would lean toward a Palau Tour Lite Pro Evo.
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11/27/2022
How would these boots do with a Blizzard Zero G 95? I am currently using Scarpa F1s first generation and they are just worn out. Need an update and am intrigued by these.
11/27/2022
Aaron, They should do just fine. Without a tongue, they will be a bit softer and more Uphill-friendly than your F1.
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11/26/2022
how does the fit on these compare to the SLAB Mtn? That boot fit me really well so curious if this would be the same (I need a higher volume boot).
11/26/2022
The MTN Summit's are a medium/average volume boot. Maybe slightly higher volume overall than the MTN, but shaped a bit differently, losing a little width in the forefoot. Also, since the shell is completely heat moldable, it can fit a wide variety of feet, so you're not stuck with the shape out of the box.
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11/26/2022
I have seen this boot referenced informally with a 120 flex rating. That seems too stiff for a boot in this weight class. Or is it? Any thoughts on how big of a ski this boot can effectively steer? I tried these on, love the roomy toe box, but don't want get to over my head with too lightweight of a boot!
11/26/2022
It's a relatively stiff boot for its class, but of course 120 flex in a touring boot is not quite the 120 flex of an alpine boot. We'd put it around 110, so 120 isn't out of the realm of possibility. That said, it's got good structure in the cuff area -- the buckled strap and top power strap combine to give you a good platform to drive your skis. The flex is nice and progressive, not a wall. Boots in this category are happiest driving skis ~100mm and under. Note that your mileage will vary with your height and weight, and the snow conditions of course.
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10/3/2022
I have these in hand, 26.5 weighs in at 1190g with the footbead...heavy!
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7/14/2022
Jbo, trying to see how low I can go in mass before how I want to ski starts to suffer. Currently seems 1400g will still plow thru chunder. What what I've read people are saying this is the best skiing boot of the new releases (compared to tltx, tecnica etc) and apparently weighs 1200ish in a 27. Do you think with a wrap liner that this could provide close to the chargeability of a dynafit radical? And or, is this more of a boot than the skorpius? Currently I can ski a 2000g ski (191 katana v werks) with my modified dalbellos that weigh 1450g. But even I will admit my franken boots walk atrociously. I would probably be trying to ski 16-1700g skis with this boot. Up to the task? if it is stronger than the skorpius I'll try it.
7/15/2022
Hey Anthony, sadly I do not think this is a category breaker boot that you are looking for. The ski performance is in line with the others in the weight class, and not up to Radical Pro nor Skorpius level, imo.
9/20/2022
Thank you for the Skorpius and Radical Pro comparison! I'll be curious to hear how this stacka up against the Dynafit TLT X Blacklight
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7/12/2022
Are the BSLs out yet?
7/12/2022
HI Anthony, Not yet. I can't see it in any of the pictures either. And we have not received a sample yet.
7/13/2022
Hi Anthony, sorry I didn't record it when I skied it!
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