Salewa Rapace GTX Women's Mountaineering Boots - Shaded Spruce/Sulphur Spring - UK 5.5 (EU 38.5)

The Salewa Rapace GTX Women's Mountaineering Boots are designed for alpine trekking, via ferrata, light mountaineering, and glacier crossings. Featuring a GORE-TEX® Performance Comfort membrane, they are waterproof and breathable, ensuring dry and comfortable feet in challenging conditions. The upper combines nubuk leather with highly wear-resistant fabric and a 360° protective rubber rand for durability and support. The Vibram® WTC outsole provides excellent traction on mixed terrain, while the Bilight midsole (double density expanded PU) offers cushioning and stability. The 3F System and climbing lacing ensure a precise, secure fit. With a semi-automatic crampon compatibility (B2), these boots are versatile for technical alpine use. The Alpine Fit is tailored for women's feet, and the MFF+ footbed allows customization. Weight: 610 g per shoe (UK 5.5). Drop: 15 mm.

Advantages

Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane keeps feet dry; durable nubuk leather and rubber rand protect against abrasion; Vibram® outsole ensures reliable grip; lightweight yet supportive construction; semi-automatic crampon compatible for technical terrain.

Suitable for

• Alpine trekking
• Via ferrata
• Light mountaineering
• Glacier crossings

Key specifications

• Gender: Women's
• Boot type: Mountaineering & Trekking
• Waterproof: Yes
• Breathable: Yes
• Membrane: GORE-TEX® Performance Comfort
• Upper material: Nubuk leather, highly wear-resistant fabric, 360° protective rubber rand
• Outsole: Vibram® WTC
• Midsole: Bilight (double density expanded PU)
• Footbed: MFF+ (Multi Fit Footbed Plus)
• Crampon compatibility: Semi-automatic (B2)
• Closure system: 3F System, climbing lacing
• Weight (per shoe): 610 g (UK 5.5 / EU 38.5)
• Drop: 15 mm
• Heel stack height: 31 mm
• Toe stack height: 16 mm
• Fit: Alpine Fit
• Colour: Shaded Spruce / Sulphur Spring
• Size (UK): 5.5
• Size (EU): 38.5

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair with gaiters and use a waterproofing treatment on the leather upper. Ensure proper fit by trying on with hiking socks. Suitable for experienced hikers and mountaineers.