Scarpa Alien 2026
Description
Scarpa Alien Carbon
The Scarpa Alien has been updated for 2026 with minor technical updates and very successful cosmetic changes.
It's a great boot that looks as good as it performs, the Alien is sure to be very popular again this winter amongst skimo racers, being a great choice for racing and fitness training and for those seeking a good balance between performance and price.
Weighing only 870 g per foot (size 27 MP), the Alien is a lightweight, technically advanced skimo race boot, representing the perfect “crossover” choice between the race world and lightweight ski touring.
The cuff and shell feature light but strong Grilamid® reinforced with glass and carbon fibers to deliver high function at a reasonable price.
With a very generous 72° cuff rotation, the Scarpa Alien offers natural stride comfort with minimal friction, letting you concentrate on gaining altitude.
Once at the top, the Speed Lock Lite system connects the ski/walk lever with cuff operation via Dyneema® cord, providing simple, single-action transitions from up to down and back again.
The Intuition liner offers legendary fit, comfort and warmth, while the floating BOA® closure system ensures quick, easy and durable fit tensioning.
The Scarpa Alien offers skimo race performance at an affordable price.
It's so popular Scarpa have produced a women's version for the US market, not available in Europe this winter.
The Alien is available in full sizes 24-30 MP.
Features
Scarpa Alien Carbon Features:
Carbon Grilamid® LFT: shell & cuff are made of CG-LFT, a carbon-reinforced polymer that is super-light but still stiff and strong
Cuff
The cuff features overlapping front panels, for good wrapping over the front of the shin and is closed by a single action Dyneema® cord interfacing with the ski/walk mechanism to speed transitions.
Ski/Walk Mechanism
Speed Lock Lite: Simple and secure, with 2 forward lean positions, the Speed Lock Lite ski-walk mechanism is strong and reliable on the downhill and fast on the transitions due to a single action Dyneema® cord that closes the cuff
Closure:
Dyneema Cord & BOA® Fit System. Easily adjusts for the perfect fit thanks to Scarpa's exclusive floating BOA® Fit System closure, providing precise and secure adjustments with no pressure points
The Alien system is an exclusive floating system located under the waterproof fabric cover that contracts downwards on the instep of the liner as the dial is tightened, precisely controlling volume and fit.
Outsole:
The Vibram® UFO sole uses TOP85 compound for great durability and grip in cold conditions.
Specifications
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