The Salewa Alpmate Winter Mid (€200, 1125 g/pair) looks like a hiking boot, but offers no ankle support. In combination with the low weight and a flexible, but not too slippery sole with plenty of grip, you can move forward with ease. However, without extra gaiters, snow and fine gravel quickly trickle inside because the shaft edge is a little gaping...
Salewa Alp Mate Winter Mid Waterproof Shoe
42.5Colour
Product details
Between Bolzano, Brixen, and Brenta, winter in the Dolomites offers an extensive network of trails for those who wish to venture into untouched nature.
The Alp Mate Winter Mid shoe has been designed for mountain enthusiasts seeking a reliable mid-height hiking or snowshoe for the colder months of the year. Its upper material, made of thick suede and durable stretch fabric, is equipped with a waterproof, breathable membrane that repels snow, slush, and rain, keeping you comfortably dry at all times. A wide rubber rand provides additional 360° protection.
This shoe is designed for winter use and features the proprietary SALEWA® 3F system with robust Kevlar wires for flexibility, heel support, and a stable, protective fit. Inside, the warm lining made of Alpine Wool offers enhanced thermal insulation, especially in colder conditions, while the built-in durable EVA midsole ensures a soft landing and excellent shock absorption on harder surfaces.
The Pomoca™ Winter Hike outsole has a tread designed for stability, grip, and traction on rock, mud, and especially on snow and ice, while the biomechanical S-Path technology supports natural movements on and off the trail.
This shoe is a Salewa Committed product with a PFC-free, durable water-repellent (DWR) coating, manufactured according to strict, independently verified standards for social responsibility and fair working conditions.
The Alp Mate Mid is a reliable solution for alpine hikes, trekking, and snowshoe tours in winter conditions.