Tecnica

Zero G Tour Pro Boot - 2024

Great uphill and downhill

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Size Bought:

27.5

Amazing boot. Very good articulation and reasonable weight for the uphill. Best downhill performance of any boot I’ve been in over the past 20 years of backcountry. You can find lighter boots for the uphill, but there is nothing that beats 4 buckle downhill performance. Good feedback from the ski, and the flex works well for me. Length is true to size, and while it may be a narrow last, overall volume is on the mid range side of things (I’ve added a couple footbed shims to take up some volume). Sure transitions take a bit longer with 4 buckles but who cares - unless you’re racing, in which case you’re not looking at this boot anyhow. It is difficult to get your foot into - the combination of rigid shell overlaps and the ankle features built into the liner combine to make it a bit of a struggle at the trailhead. But use a boot horn and all is good. But the same items that make it difficult to put on, make it a great boot by grabbing your foot on both the up and down.

Second pair of W Zero G

Great boot for b/c or lift service. Picked up my second pair after first pair were breaking down. I would have rated it at a 5 if power strap hook was facing down. My only complaint with the 2nd pair is the power strap buckle. For some unknown reason the hook opening is facing up so the strap falls out when skinning. Why is this a problem? It catches on hobblebush when it hangs down after coming unhooked. I don't like the top two buckles or power strap tight when in climbing mode. If you don't know what hobblebush is coming ski in the woods on the east coast.

Outstanding Touring Boot

Extremly well engineered touring boot, which - offers low weight and mobility for uphills - is a (little) hard to get in and out of - can almost match downhill performance of some alpine boots - fits even my foot (narrow heel and wider forefoot with just heat fitting) Overall its a 50/50 boot, if you want to go for big drops and fast freeride lines this could be a bit to "spongy" otherwise this will serve any downhill purpose. Cannot judge durability yet as I purchased mine only 1y ago. Fits great with my setup (Petzl Irvis Crampons, ATK R12 on Camox Freebirds). Overall very happy that I got it despite beeing skeptical bc of the "narrow" last.

Unmatched Performance

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

27.5

Height:

6' 2"

Weight:

175

As a former self-proclaimed "free-tourer", I got tired of having heavy boots with poor range of motion. These boots are a breath of fresh air. Light enough to not fatigue you on bigger days, but burley enough to handle steep lines. I cannot understate the difference that a proper walk mode and big range of motion makes in efficiency going uphill. Total game changer. For reference I toured in the Lange XT3's for many years, which shined in downhill performance. the Zero G Tour Pro has a comparable downhill performance with a significantly better uphill performance. I've never been on a line in these boots where I craved a stiffer boot. The power strap and classic 4-buckle design does an excellent job locking down your foot and not allowing you to flex too far through the boot when you ski it aggressively. There is a reason you see so many of these on the skinner, they are some of the best boots I've ever been in and I don't plan on looking for a new boot any time soon.

My go to for great adventure

I am 6 ft tall (190 lbs) and wear a tight 27.5. I use these all across eastern Canada backcountry skiing. Very light considering that it is fully adjustable, comfortable for the climb and a very solid boot for skiing. Definitely my go to. Love these boots!

Great boots!

I have them for two years and I am really satisfied. They are comfortable and light. A little more liner support would be welcome when going down. It's a good compromise between lightness and downhill capabilities

Great boots!

These boots are light, have excellent grip, and are perfect for going uphill. Once set to skiing position they make you really enjoy any descent at high speeds, whether off or on pist, due to their stiffness. Moreover, the customer service is simply the best that you can get! I contacted the customer service twice in the last two years (I really like Tecnica products I must say) and they always replied immediately and provided me with the solution to my problems!