Description
Designed to help you master any uphill and conquer every downhill, Salomon's Shift Alpha BOA® 130 are true freeride boots with alpine capabilities. The FreeSpine connects the cuff and shell for more power and control, while the Exobelt™ and BOA® Fit System deliver micro-adjustable, precision fit engineered to perform in the toughest conditions.
- Weight per unit: 3.9 kgs
- Width: Narrow
- Compatibility Norm: Gripwalk - Adult
- Level of Practice: Advanced
- Stiffness: Hard
- Flex Value: 130
Features & Fabrics
Boot Shell
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Custom Shell™ HD – Heat-moldable shell that lets bootfitters personalize the lower shell (or shell + cuff) in just 10 minutes, keeping the foot close to the shell for better precision.
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Exobelt – Textile/plastic fastener combined with the BOA® Fit System for strong heel hold, blister prevention on ascents, and precise power transmission on descents.
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Polyurethane – Consistent-density material providing reliable wrapping, progressivity, and power transfer.
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Integrated tech inserts – Built-in low-tech inserts compatible with touring bindings for dependable uphill performance and direct power transmission.
Cuff
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PowerWedge – Insert in the FreeSpine that increases range of motion when unlocked and boosts power transmission when locked.
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Twinlock mechanism – Redesigned Ski/Walk and FreeSpine system offering wide range of motion, progressive flex, and improved durability thanks to a horizontal closure.
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Polyolefin – Durable material offering lightness and stability.
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Freespine – Reinforced spine connecting cuff and shell to enhance alpine progressivity and freeride comfort.
Extra Services
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Full service construction – Screwable buckles, toothplate, strap, and oversized pivot allow easy disassembly for customization and bootfitting work.
Insole
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Sensitive 2 footbed – Pre-shaped, supportive footbed with rigid heel insert and performance foams for precise steering and stability.
Liner
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My Custom Fit™ Freeride 4D Race – Pre-shaped liner delivering strong foothold. Includes elastic toe box, external Talyn® reinforcement, and customizable tongue for a refined freeride fit.
Liner Construction
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Custom tongue – Fully removable and customizable, allowing adjustment of instep height with addable/removable materials (±8mm).
Walk Function
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Lace loops – Enable optional lacing for enhanced fit in walk mode.
Pads
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Gripwalk-ready ISO 23223 – Comes with alpine soles installed; easily switchable to Gripwalk soles for added convenience.
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Full rubber sole – Provides grip and durability for bootpack approaches.
Tightening
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1 screwed BOA® Fit System – Micro-adjustable closure delivering precise fit, strong heel hold, and confident edge-to-edge control.
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2 hiking hooks – Adds stability and support for touring and walking.
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2 screwed aluminium buckles – Removable for easy bootfitting and repairs.
Strap
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50mm claw-hook strap (screwed) – Durable, secure power strap for added support.