Alien Cord Catch - The riveted hook on the cuff that secures the end of the cord of your Alien, Alien 1.0, Alien 1.1, or Alien 3.0. Does not include rivet.
Alien Cord Guide, Metal - The cord guide that is riveted to the side of the cuff of your Alien 1.0, Alien 1.1, or Alien 3.0, and guides the cord where it needs to go.
Alien Cord Guide, Plastic - The yellow cord guide that pops into the cuff of your Alien, Alien 1.0, Alien 3.0, or Alien RS, and guides the cord where it needs to go.
Alien Dyneema Cord- The cord that closes the cuff of the boot for ALL Alien models, sold in 1 meter lengths.
-It should be noted that the updated version of the Alien 1.0 is referred to as the Alien 1.1
-It should also be mentioned that depending on your boot and the rivet placement, you may need a Rivet Holder (washer) to secure the attachment. These can be found here.
I am trying to replace the cord catch on my alien 1.1. I have the new catch and a rivet. Assume I can disassemble the boot and drill out the old rivet. Can I just hammer the new rivet in or do I need any other tools?
3/13/2024
Answer from
Gabriel I
Hi Omar, you do drill the old rivet out, but to re-assemble you will need a rivet press, it's not a hammer rivet. Or, use a chicago rivet or t-nut assembly.
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1/11/2024
Question from
Zack Russell
Do you have any metal hooks that are on the 21/22 alien 1.0 where the cord loop attaches on either side of the boot. It's a metal hook. Mine has been bent and doesn't hold the string very well. Thanks
We typically do, but we're out at the moment. They're called the Alien Cord Catch. Looks like we have a couple on order at the moment. If you want, shoot us an email at help@skimo.co and I can sign you up for a notification for when we get them back in stock.
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3/2/2022
Question from
Scott
Quick Q: will this dyneema cord work for Alien RS boots (28) or is it sized only for regular Alien series boots?
Hey Jeffrey, for a temporary solution a standard 3mm cord should work like the Mammut Hammer Cord. For a longer term solution you should reach out to SCARPA as you'll want a spectra cord that doesn't stretch.
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12/28/2019
Question from
Charlie
I have the original Alien boots, not the carbon ones. What size (mm) Dyneema cord do I need? I’m thinking of just ordering a spool since it seems to fray once per year.
Hi Sam, yes it's just longer. It is not normal to wear out a cord that fast. I'd check for burrs on your ski/walk lever.
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2/9/2019
Question from
psathyrella
It looks like you're out of Alien RS 30.0 cords -- would either the 30.0 of the other boots' cords, or the RS cord for a smaller size work? Or should I wait for the proper ones to be in stock?
2/9/2019
Answer from
Matt P
Just measured with Alien RS and you can use the "Alien Dyneema Cord 28.0-30.0" which will work with the RS. You might want to tie an overhand knot above the cam mechanism on the RS just to prevent it from tearing away the sheath in the future...that is what I do. Hope this helps.
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11/20/2018
Question from
Samboski
I am looking for replacement cords for size 29 Scarpa Aliens. Do you carry this size?
Hi Samboski, we do not have any for the original Alien, but you could order the corresponding size for the Alien 1.0 and it will work perfectly. It's the same cord material, just a little bit longer.
