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LA SPORTIVA
Olympus Mons Cube
Winter 2019.20

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LA SPORTIVA <BR /> Olympus Mons Cube<BR /> Winter 2019.20

The non plus ultra of technicality for Himalayan technical mountaineering, arctic crossings and use in extremely cold environments. It adopts the most advanced solutions available on the market to guarantee warmth, lightweight, a quick fit, safety and water repellence for the mountaineer.

Plus:
› Extreme lightweight, contained volumes, precise and comfort fi t
› Maximum thermal insulation thanks to the use of a combination of different materials
› It is the fi rst boot on the market with the attachment points for the skialp binding thanks to the inserts that are compatible with tech bindings: ideal for arctic crossing with skis and skins (Rear attachment not provided)
› Combination of Vibram® Litebase and Vibram® MorFlex® Expanded EVA for maximum lightweight, abrasion resistance and thermal insulation.

Tech Info:
Gaiter: water repellent, stretch Cordura® + extremely high abrasion resistant fabric with UltraSonic Welding technology and internal heat sealing + inner water repellent gusset
Inner shell: High tenacity Nylon uppers + PE with different densities + thermo-refl ective aluminium
Lacing: Double Boa® Fit System in the upper part and in the lower part of the shell for differentiated lacing
Removable double bootie: high cut outer layer: 6 mm PE + EVA Single Density with Flex Zone and double Velcro closure low cut inner layer: 4 mm PE + EVA Single Density
Insole: Insulating carbon HoneyComb 3 mm + Gold Insulation Aerogel 3 mm by PrimaLoft®
Midsole: TPU 2 mm polyurethane with differentiated thickness at the toe and heel for attaching the crampon + front insert for tech skialp binding
Sole: Combination of Vibram® Litebase and Vibram® MorFlex® Expanded EVA for maximum lightweight, abrasion resistance and thermal insulation
Patents: Registered design.

Construction:
› Super-clean and seamless thanks to the internal thermo-taping and the innovative UltraSonic Welding technology that allows materials to be joined together without stitching
› Corner Zip™ that runs along the full length of the gaiter and allows full opening and direct access to the regulation of the internal Boa® Fit System lacing
› Double removable, extremely thermal bootie
› Double Boa® Fit System for differentiated lacing between the upper and lower part of the internal shell, designed for use with gloves
› The lower Boa® Fit System is directly connected to an internal front gusset that improves the overall water repellence
› Attachment points for the skialp binding thanks to the inserts that are compatible with tech bindings: ideal for arctic crossing with skis and skins.