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CHASSIS
ONE-PIECE CHASSIS
CLASSIC ACTIVE EDGE WITH ALPINA SSR CLASSIC SOLE
Extremely light anatomic and ergonomic carbon-made Active Edge & soft flex chassis construction with directly integrated TPU-made NNN compatible toe & heel plate . Onepiece chassis construction provides maximum longitudinal stiffness and stability , superior responsiveness and power transmission by the foot to the ski , with free heel & adaptable heel pocket construction for minimum heel stress and optimal fit .
SKATE ACTIVE EDGE WITH ALPINA SSR SKATE SOLE
Extremely light anatomic and ergonomic carbon-made Active Edge & hard flex single-piece chassis construction with integrated TPUmade NNN compatible toe & heel plate . Chassis provides maximum longitudinal stiffness and lateral stability , superior responsiveness and power transmission by the foot to the ski , with adaptable heel pocket for optimal foot and ankle fit .
SOLES
All Alpina XC boot soles are NNN compatible . Sole type and construction are chosen individually for each boot based on boot features and functional requirements .
ALPINA 2C SOLE
It is a two component sole made to match all binding systems except SNS . The stiff chassis offers stability and the soft cleats are made for easier walking . The gluing surface is optimized to match the Alpina lasts which provides better stability on any terrain and improves the stance position . The sole is fitted on skate and classic style boots alike .
HEEL COUNTERS
FULL CARBON ACTIVE EDGE
Extremely light . Improves the torsional stability of the boot and provides excellent grip and foothold in the heel . With its Active Edge construction adopts to various types of heel and heel shapes .
CARBON + TPU
Carbon stabilizer provides torsional and heel counter stability inside and out ; in combination with TPU adapts to various types of heel shape . All combine to deliver excellent grip and foothold .
INJECTED CARBON
Carbon fibre particles and PU materials infused into exterior boot construction reduce the weight of the boot , consequently increasing the functionality . Injected carbon active edge is strong and durable . It ensures better torsional stability , improved stance position and good grip for any heel or heel shape .
TPU
The TPU heel counter provides good grip , stable foothold in the heel , prevents heel movement , and adapts to various foot shapes and heel volumes .
FLEX
The skate technique demands a hard flex sole , while the classic technique requires soft flex sole characteristics in the shoes metatarsal area . The Skate design also employs stiff flex component parts and materials , while both the Classic and Combi type shoe design employ specifically soft flex component parts and materials that deliver maximum power and control . Back Country employs a medium flex sole and components to deliver a more flexible , accommodating ski experience .
NNN T4
TPU-made sole with good power transmission , softer , more comfortable flex and good walkability .
NNN BC
Sole with optimum support in difficult terrain ; reliable walking thanks to nonslip profile .
VIBRAM 75MM
Standard Vibram 75 mm sole ; provides excellent support in difficult terrain ; nonslip profile with specially made rubber mixture .
NON-PVC
No PVC materials were used during the production process and are not included in the boot ' s construction . In place , more environment-friendly materials have been introduced into production , making the boot warmer and increasing its breathability .
SOFT
FIT
MEDIUM
The design and shape of the internal ‘ soft ’ part of the shoe provides optimum grip , the narrow Race cut to the wider Comfort fit ; the range is rounded out with the medium Dynamic fit that falls between the two extremes . All fit configurations take into consideration higher and lower variations in foot form .
STIFF
RACE DYNAMIC COMFORT
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