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Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro Ski Boot 2018-2019

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Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro out for a spin, for 2018-2019. Click images to enlarge.

Editor’s note from Lou: Last season, we liked the idea of Tecnica’s effort in their Zero G Guide Pro overlap cuff ski touring boot. Only we felt the boot to be a sophomore effort lacking in enough cuff travel to qualify as a “real” touring shoe, as well as being a bit on the heavy side in term of our expectations. We got some grief for our take from various Tecnica hyper-fans. It appears we also got to be right. This year’s version of the boot (available fall of 2018) has a vastly improved cuff flex range, a clearly better lean lock, drops the two piece swap sole (adds complexity and expense, doesn’t cover middle of boot sole), is lighter, and overall appears finished in terms of being something more than a nice yellow downhill boot with a lean lock and some rubber on the toe and heel. Our only real gripe is the awkward 4-word name, which we’ll play around with shortening so we don’t damage our wrist tendons. Below, one of our best gear testers takes the Zero Pro out for a spin. Looks like we have a winner.

External lean lock has an interesting two-part anchoring configuration. Upper lock actually functions similar to the Dynafit Ultra Lock. This adds to the boot’s beef in downhill mode, only it has a bit of allowance for cuff flex. Note that retail versions will show a small change in the lean-lock fasteners.

Aha, we’re finally seeing some movement with different brands improving their power straps, making transitions easier.

The ‘U buckle’ has become common in many applications, wonderful for a ski boot power strap. Incredibly easy to entirely release, and no hook-loop to tangle with your pant cuff.

Improvement from previous iterations: – Greatly improved, webbing lock power strap (lighter, more effective, simple on and off). – Better, easier to grasp with gloves lean lock (external parts instead of small internal). – Better sole – complete “Vibram” type sole, instead of a sole block on the front and rear of boot, better traction, better durability. – Better shell – simple, light approx 1340 grams instead of 1540 (we’re not sure this is apples to apples in terms of size, but it’s close), more cuff mobility, lower volume, less bulbous. – Better buckles – simple, light, mostly out of the way, still has micro adjust, no finicky sliding touring latch on upper buckles

Features: – The Zero Pro (note shortened name) is a simple, light, overlap cuff boot. No unnecessary BS here. Streamlined, looks like the designers took a page out of their alpine race/plug boots. Very “flat” boot board, almost took the ramp angle out of the Dynafit bindings I used as a test bed. I think they took a lot of the rocker out of the boot or made the heel very low profile to accomplish this, or played with the placement of the toe tech fittings. Lean-lock felt solid and looks to be easily adjustable for a more aggressive forward lean (two screws). The secondary upper locking mechanism is interesting in that it introduces another potential failure point, but perhaps enhances the downhill feel of the boot by anchoring the cuff at two different points.

Fit: -Folks who like Tecnica (or probably Scarpa) fit will like the Zero G fit in any of the boot’s flavors (5 versions to be available, see below). I would guess that these are fairly easy to fit multiple foot shapes. They’re easily heat punched as well. As stock, the boots have a tight heel pocket yet are quite voluminous in the fore-foot, both in width and height. This seems to be a trend in modern boots, which perhaps makes the the boot fitter’s job easier. The catalog last width is 99, they feel wider. The arch was a bit high for me towards the heel but I bet a heat mold of the liners would easily remedy this. I noticed the shell cuff plastic easily deforms so owners will need to be diligent about buckling the boots and storing them properly when they are not in use.

Touring: – Ok, this is the best overlap cuff range of motion I’ve ever tested (blew my “other brand” out of the water). I would say this is one of the biggest selling point of these boots. The pivot is relatively low friction and both forward and rearward motion are excellent. The boot’s upper cuff is taller than other touring boots out there. This could negatively effect touring with sidehilling or kick turns for a smaller skier, should be a bonus for bigger taller skiers. Some may like the heel hold shape, for others it could create a hot spot while touring and require some customization. I toured with the top buckles buckled on the loosest setting and then with the buckles open. Really good range of motion for an overlap cuff boot with the buckles opened. The ~1300 gram weight is impressive, only marginally heavier than my “light” touring boots.

Skiing – Terrific lateral rigidity, reminiscent of an alpine boot. I would bet that the only difference is the lack of reinforcing plastic on the liner cuff. Forward flex is excellent and progressive just like an overlap cuff boot should be. I didn’t see deflection of the lower shell while flexing (perhaps due to the double lean lock, more on that below). I took it easy on the light skis Lou lent me for testing the boots, but I would say the forward flex is more like a “115” for whatever that is worth (note: it was a warm day). Personally would probably kick the adjustable forward lean into a steeper angle using the provided cuff adjustment as well as possible liner shimming, but would guess most WildSnow readers would like the more upright factory default.

Note the tech fittings are the Dynafit certified version, but are not the excellent Dynafit “Master Step” type that make binding entry easier. Thing is, the older style Dynafit fittings allow for more boot rubber and plastic between the ground and the steel of the fitting — if you dirt walk or rock scramble much in your ski boots, this could be a reason the older fittings are actually better. Once you get used to them, they’re nearly as easy for the clip in. But I like the Master Step fittings and would prefer them on this boot.

Gripes – I think the small, simple buckles of the Zero G Tour Pro will be difficult to operate in cold snowy conditions. The buckles are good at catching the cable latch but also difficult to move around with a gloved hand. Small cables and catches could prove difficult for some.

-The two part lean lock seemed redundant and the upper (gold) piece of the lock seemed to catch the inter-shell intermittently in walk mode (I noticed this while walking around in the parking lot after skiing). I noticed Lou scratching his head over this configuration as well. More evaluation required and we are told a few small improvements will be made in the retail version (see more about this below).

– All buckles and misc parts are riveted to the boot so they’ll be difficult to repair if something breaks. I’m a fan of threaded fasteners, though I’m aware of the downsides (added assembly cost, possibility of loosening during use).

– The main cuff pivots are basic rivets, not threaded fasteners, thus difficult to repair or customize.

Overall Zero G Tour Pro, good boot, more is less! Impressive weight, impressive range of motion. Overlap cuff. My gripes are minimal, mainly I’d like the upgraded Dynafit toe fittings, though the older style do allow for thicker sole material. Very simple and effective power strap. Stiff on the down. Good, simple, clean liner with flex bellows. Should fit multiple foot shapes. Light enough for a hut trip but still stiff enough to drive the big touring skis/sidecountry setup. Maybe the solution for long sidecountry days. I really liked the Vibram branded sole, nicely rockered, simple, low profile, seems it will hold up to abuse.

Vibram branded sole appears to be excellent, included hardened AFD interface areas at toe and heel.

AFD interface.

Buckles are nice looking and as minimalist as possible.

Thick interior boot board will make boot fitters happy. A WildSnow ten thumbs up on that.

Overlap cuff isn't a new concept, but some things just work when done well, that's the case here.

Overlap cuff isn’t a new concept in ski boots, but some things just work when done well, that’s the case here. Overlap can give you excellent flex in downhill mode and surprisingly good cuff mobility in touring mode.

Lean lock includes the ‘secret hook’ we’ve seen at least one other brand using, and regard as a safety feature. We should mention that external lean locks are not the end-all solution to icing problems, but they make everything obvious and easy to clean if you do get some snow or ice wadded up and blocking your transition to downhill mode. The secret hook helps eliminate guesswork as to whether you’re really locked in or not.

The lean lock has an upper and lower interface with the cuff, upper uses this ‘rear tongue’ similar to the Dynafit Ultralock. We’ve always liked this type of lock, but we’re not sure why Tecnica doubled down on their locking machinery. We spoke with Tecnica about this, they said having a lower and upper locking interface adds stiffness to the boot flex. In bench testing, this configuration does appear to reduce bulging of the lower shell during forward flex. Fine, so long as the added complexity doesn’t cause problems and the weight penalty is minimal. On first glance, we thought that perhaps the added second cuff lock would be a safety feature due to locking the cuff independent of the lower external hook-lock. That’s not the case, it’s an additional lock, only it allows for some flex of the cuff (presumably so it doesn’t make the boot too rigid, while at the same time having limited range. Again, the upper lock is similar to a Dynafit Ultra Lock (TLT 6, etc.), only it allows for some cuff movement.

Upper, internal lock.

Zero Pro cuff lean angle is adjustable by one degree, to do so you remove a couple of screws and flip the bar mount. (Catalog specs forward lean at ’12, 13′ degrees.

Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro, for 2018-2019. As with last season model, common shell punch areas have a stippled pattern that might make heat punching easier. Grilamid and PU are so easy to heat mold we see this more as a cosmetic than anything revolutionary. Perhaps it saves three grams per boot, and does look cool.

Liner is light, basic. We like basic. A fairly dense, heat moldable foam is used. We like dense. Minimal comfy gushy interior foam layer, to fake out ski shop customers trying on boots, absent. We like that to be absent.

It appears Tecnica made an effort at some breathability for the Zero Pro liner .

Minimal tongue and cuff stiffening is just right. This can be enhanced by a boot fitter, or swap in a custom liner of whatever flavor you desire.

Any boot worth walking in should have a flex bellows in the liner. You can improve this by grinding a few deeper slots or making gill slits with a razor blade, but the stock configuration works.

Zero Pro cuff mobility leaves nothing to be desired.

The numbers: Tested size 26.5, measured sole length 300mm, 1340 grams per boot. Forward cuff lean, adjustable 12 or 13 degrees. Last, catalog 99 but we feel it’s wider.

Zero G ski boot series, versions to be available: Tour Pro (unisex), reviewed here, carbon infused cuff etc. Tour Scout (men’s and women’s versions), PU cuff. Tour (men’s and women’s versions), PU shell, PP cuff, heavier less costly.

Tyler Christoff grew up ski racing. He raced at Syracuse University, making Nationals multiple years. A few years ago he moved to Aspen to pursue a different sort of skiing. Tyler has rapidly grown into a strong mountaineer, and has the perfect form that most skiers only dream of. He is one of our favorite ski testers since he hits backcountry skiing regularly.

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Powder Review: Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro

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In a Nutshell

Size Skied: 27.5

Stated Flex: 130

Binding Compatibility: Tech Bindings

Stated ROM: 60°

Forward Lean: 14-16°

Tecnica's Zero G Tour Pro will be available soon.

The Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro has been around for awhile, and throughout its various generations has proven itself as one of the best-performing backcountry skiing boots on the market. It’s light enough for huge days, expeditions, and technical ski mountaineering, but somehow stiff enough that it can double as a freeride boot for soft snow.

It’s been a go-to choice for ski guides, professional athletes and recreationalists alike, and has proven to be one of the most versatile boots for backcountry skiing out there. However, it definitely has had some issues. Those included ankle pivot durability, a really upright forward lean (with a horrible adjustment system), too thin a liner, and a walk mode that often acted up.

For 2024, Tecnica redesigned the Zero G Tour Pro from the ground up, addressing all of those pain points, and actually improving the design to shave some grams and increase ROM and the fit. The older Zero G Tour Pro has been my everyday touring boot for the past few seasons, and I’ve added quite a few modifications to it including the Raide Research ZGTP forward lean mod (which increases the forward lean by 2 degrees), a Booster strap, and have messed around with different liners, bootboards, and buckles to get it to ski the way I’d like. Out of the box, the new Zero G Tour Pro already addresses all of those issues from the factory. I’ve been skiing the new boot completely stock since January, save for a custom footbed, and it already outperforms my heavily-modded older version.

Tecnica has also updated the fit of the boot, particularly in the toe box. It’s now slightly roomier up front, with extra space on the outside sixth-toe area and a more “anatomical” shape under your arch. It retains the fairly low instep, medium-tight heel pocket, and tall toebox of the older boot. I would say that if you fit into the old one, this new one will feel even better.

The shell features Tecnica’s CAS fit system, which isn’t much for at-home fitters, but gives pro bootfitters better options for shell punching and other mods. The liner is also much more substantial than older versions, adding both stiffness and a lot of comfort and warmth to the whole package. It has eyelets for laces (included in the box), but doesn’t have any hard plastic that could cause pain points.

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The first thing that’s immediately obvious is that this boot, well, it looks like a ski boot. It’s got four buckles (GASP, no BOA!), tech fittings, a strap, an external walk mode lever on the spine, and not a whole lot else. That’s awesome. I’m a firm believer that backcountry boots should be simple - it keeps them light, keeps the number of breakable parts to a minimum, and should in theory make them ski and fit predictably. The shell is made of lightweight Grilamid that’s been injected with carbon fiber to add stiffness. Interestingly, it still features an ISO 9523 rockered touring sole, and didn’t switch over to a GripWalk sole.

For the new boot, Tecnica did specifically update a few things. First off, and perhaps the most noticeable is the increased forward lean. The old boot was awfully upright, perhaps a holdover from when most tech bindings had extreme ramp angles (that’s not the case with most anymore). The new boot now has a 14 or 16 degree forward lean, which I find perfectly appropriate for any snow condition or terrain I’d seek out in the backcountry. I’m not taking this boot to carve groomers, so no need for World Cup angles here.

Secondly, the boot now has much beefier hardware around the ankle pivots and buckles. Time will tell how long these will last, but I can already tell that these are much better put together than the older boot that would develop side-to-side play when the plastic around the hardware would ovalize. The cuff strap is also now bolted on (as opposed to riveted) which makes removing it or swapping it for a Booster Strap or removing it to save weight much easier.

Finally, the walk mode lever is now the same as that found on the lighter Zero G Peak boot. It’s still a dual-blocking lever to add rigidity, but it’s lighter and simpler than before, and serves to streamline their product offering. I'd like to think that's better for the Earth.

There's a new high-performance 125-flex women's version called the Tecnica Tour Pro W with a slightly lower rear cuff height.

Uphill Performance

I wasn’t sure how Tecnica could improve the walkability of an already stellar walking boot, but they added 10 degrees to the ROM, and somehow made the pivot action feel even lighter. In other words, this boot walks like a dream! Frankly, I don’t see the point of owning a 2-buckle skimo style boot anymore when this walks just as well, skis WAY better, and will keep your foot warmer and happier. At 1290 grams, switching to a 1000-gram skimo boot would give you marginal returns on the uptrack, a noticeable decrease in performance on the way down.

While a GripWalk sole would give this boot better compatibility with more bindings, the rockered touring sole walks much more comfortably. This is super noticeable on any kind of bootpack, especially on rough or rocky ground. Walking in the Zero G Tour Pro feels like wearing a mountaineering boot, it’s intuitive, secure, and comfortable.

I tested it with a variety of automatic and semi-automatic crampons, and found no clearance issues with toe and heel bails.

Downhill Performance

Normally, this is where I would say, “this boot skis well for a touring boot.” I won’t, though, because this boot just reset the gold standard for how a backcountry boot should ski. It’s stiff. It’s also really progressive, and dampens vibrations and impacts the way a much heavier alpine boot would. It walks like a Grilamid boot, but it sure doesn't ski like one.

I’ll attribute that to Tecnica’s updated PowerFrame construction, which essentially adds plastic material around the ankle to prevent deformation of the lower shell while flexing the boot. It gives a smooth, progressive, and damp feel that translates to better control over your skis, even in bad snow.

I skied everything from the 95mm underfoot Black Crows Camox Freebird to a 120mm underfoot Atomic Bent 120 , and wouldn’t shy away from skiing even bigger and heavier skis with these on my feet.

What compromises does the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro make?

In all honesty, this boot doesn’t really make very many compromises. Sure, a GripWalk sole would make it technically compatible with more bindings, but it’s designed for backcountry use, so I’m not that worried that it won’t technically work with some alpine bindings. I will say that it might actually be too stiff for some folks, but that’s where the softer flex Zero G Scout comes in. It’s the same fit, with the same features, with softer plastic.

What does the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro’s ideal skier look like?

This boot is for any and all backcountry skiers. It’s a versatile quiver-killer, and I’d take it pretty much anywhere from skiing the Grand Teton, to deep-snow freeride missions, to mellow powder laps, to multi-day traverses that involve way more walking than skiing. It’s comfortable, it’s really light, and it just skis so damn well.

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2021-2022 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro

Boot: 2021-2022 Tecnica Zero G Pro Tour

Stated Flex: 130

Available Sizes: 22.5-31.0

Stated Last (size 26.5): 99 mm

Stated Range of Motion: 55°

Stated Forward Lean: 12° (can be adjusted to 13°)

Size Tested: 26.5

Stated Boot Sole Length: 303 mm

Blister’s Measured Weight (size 26.5):

Shells, no Liners: 1099 & 1100 g
Liners, no Laces or Footbeds: 211 & 210 g
Shells + Liners: 1310 & 1327 grams
Stock Insoles: 30 g each
Removable Spoilers: 16 g each

Buckles: 4 magnesium buckles with wire clasps

Powerstrap: 45 mm with hook closure

Shell Material:

Cuff: Grilamid Co-Injected with Carbon Fiber
Shoe / Clog: Grilamid

Soles: Rockered, full Vibram rubber (ISO 9523)

Binding Compatibility: All “tech” / pin bindings; MNC Bindings

Tech Fittings: Dynafit Certified

Skis Used: Salomon MTN Explore 95 ; Armada Tracer 108 ; Salomon QST 106 ; Elan Ripstick 106 ; Line Sakana

Bindings Used: ATK Raider 2.0 12 ; Marker Alpinist 12 ; Dynafit TLT Speed ; Atomic Backland Tour ; Salomon / Atomic Shift MNC 13 ; Fritschi Tecton 12 ; Dynafit Radical ST 2.0 ; Tyrolia AAAttack 14 AT

Test Locations: Crested Butte , Cameron Pass, Berthoud Pass, Front Range Mountains, & Arapahoe Basin, CO

Days Tested: ~20

[ Note : Our review was conducted on the 18/19 Zero G Tour Pro, which was not changed for 19/20, 20/21, or 21/22, apart from graphics.]

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro for Blister

For the 18/19 season, Tecnica is completely overhauling their Zero G line of touring boots. The new boots feature an entirely new shell, walk mode, and well, basically everything compared to the previous line of Zero G boots.

The new boots are coming in at very low weights, with our pair of the stiffest Zero G boot in the lineup — the Zero G Tour Pro — weighing in at 1310 grams per boot (without stock insoles or detachable spoilers).

That’s 1310 g on a boot that has a stated flex of 130 and 55° range of motion.

And in case you aren’t entirely up on AT boots these days, you should know that that those numbers are pretty eye popping.

The Zero G Tour Pro’s weight puts it between the categories of ~1400-1500 gram, 130-flex touring boots designed for aggressive downhill skiing (e.g., Salomon S/Lab MTN & Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130 ) and lighter, more uphill-oriented boots like the Salomon S/Lab X-Alp , Dynafit TLT7 , Atomic Backland Carbon , etc.

In other words, if the Zero G Tour Pro really lives up to its specs, it would be carving out a new category of ~1300 gram, 130-flex touring boots. And Tecnica knows this.

Here’s what Tecnica says about the new Zero G collection:

“The all-new Zero G collection pushes the boundaries of what a lightweight boot can do. Unique use of carbon, an innovative new Mobility Cuff System, a creative buckle system and anatomical liners and shells combine for a ground breaking, lightweight boot that stays true to the Tecnica promise of downhill performance.”

5 Boots in the “Zero G” Lineup

Tecnica will be offering these 5 variations of the Zero G:

Zero G Tour Pro (reviewed here): 130 flex; Grilamid shell and co-injected Carbon cuff; “Light Lock” Hook Powerstrap; “Ultralight-Light Fit” liner; Available sizes: 22.5-31.0

Zero G Tour Scout : 120 flex, Grilamid shell and PU cuff; “Light Lock” Hook Powerstrap; “Ultralight-Light Fit” liner; Available sizes: 24.0-31.0

Zero G Tour : 110 flex; PU shell and PU cuff; 35 mm Velcro Powerstrap; “Ultrafit Pro Light” liner; Available sizes: 24.0-31.0

Zero G Tour Scout W : 115 flex; Grilamid shell and PU cuff; “Light Lock” Hook Powerstrap; “Ultralight-W Light Fit” liner; Available sizes: 22.0-27.5

Zero G Tour W : 105 flex; PU shell and PU cuff; 35 mm Velcro Powerstrap; “Ultrafit Pro Light W” liner; Available sizes: 22.0-27.5

Size Range: 22.5 – 31.0

It’s worth highlighting here that the top-of-the-line Zero G Tour Pro boot is going to be available in sizes 22.5 to 31.0, so men or women with smaller feet who want a “130” flex touring boot should be able to find it in a size that works for them, without having to settle for a softer boot.

Weights & Comparisons

Since the Zero G Tour Pro occupies a bit of a middle ground between most boots currently on the market, we’ve listed our measured weights for several boots on the lighter and heavier ends of the spectrum.

Our measured weights show the size of boot, then the weight of each boot + the weight of each liner, then the total weight for shells + liners, listed in grams:

Scarpa Alien RS (28.0): 779 & 781 + 209 & 210 = 988 & 991 g Fischer Travers Carbon (27.5): 890 & 896 + 174 & 174 = 1064 & 1070 g Dynafit TLT7 Performance (28.5): 910 & 914 + 155 & 155 = 1065 & 1069 g Atomic Backland Carbon (27.5): 907 & 915 + 260 & 255 = 1167 & 1170 g Salomon S-Lab X-Alp (27.5): 977 & 980 + 213 & 214 = 1190 & 1194 g Scarpa Maestrale RS ( 24.5 / 25.0 ): 1053 & 1057 + 244 & 245 = 1297 & 1302 g Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro (26.5): 1099 & 1100 + 210 & 211 = 1309 & 1311 g Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130 (26.5): 1124 & 1128 + 271 & 276 (lighter pre-production liner) = 1395 & 1404 g Salomon MTN Explore (26.5): 1126 & 1135 + 281 & 281 = 1407 & 1416 g Head Kore 1 (26.5): 1132 & 1136 + 392 & 393 = 1524 & 1527 g Salomon S/Lab MTN (26.5): 1257 & 1246 + 288 & 303 = 1545 & 1549 g Fischer Ranger Free 130 (26.5): 1204 & 1204 + 348 & 351 = 1552 & 1555 g Tecnica Zero G Guide Pro (27.5): 1335 & 1333 + 220 & 225 = 1555 & 1558 g

Ok, yeah, that’s a lot of numbers. But it helps to put things into perspective.

(And note: that Maestrale RS we weighed is a size 24.5 / 25.0 (Scarpa lists a stated weight of 1410 grams for the 27.0). And it’s also interesting to see the nearly 250 gram difference between the old Zero G Guide Pro and the new version.)

The new Zero G Pro Tour’s liner is being made by Tecnica rather than Paulau (which had been the case in the past). Tecnica claims the new liner fits much better out of the box since they can more easily integrate it into the shell.

The “Ultralight-Light Fit” liner that comes with the Zero G Tour Pro (the same liner also comes with the Zero G Tour Scout) is thin, fully heat-moldable, and features a waterproof-breathable membrane. And skiers that like to lace up their liners while touring will be happy to know that all of the new Zero G boots include removable laces.

At around 210 grams per liner, the Zero G Tour Pro’s liner is definitely on the lighter side compared to boots like the Salomon S/Lab MTN, and even the Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD’s light pre-production liner. But it’s not all that much lighter than the liner in the original Zero G Guide Pro.

We’ll be saying more about the liner and making more comparisons in our full review.

Walk Mechanism

The walk mechanism on the Zero G boots is quite similar to that on the Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD and Backland boots. It’s big, external, and easy to engage / disengage. (We compared it to a prison shank when we first saw it at SIA.)

The one key difference with the Zero G boots is the addition of another connection point on the upper cuff. The walk mode on the new Zero G boots actually connects in two spots — near the bottom of the spine (similar to the Atomic boots) and then also higher on the spine (the greenish / yellow part of the mechanism shown in the photos), which is similar to the Ultra-Lock walk mode on many Dynafit boots.

Tecnica claims this walk mode allows for increased rearward ROM and also decreases potential deformation of the shell in downhill mode. We’re eager to see if their claims prove true, and also to see if the walk mechanism poses any new issues (icing, etc) when it comes to reliable engagement while skiing and consistent disengagement while touring.

The Zero G Tour Pro, Tour Scout, and Tour Scout W all incorporate a powerstrap with a simple aluminum hook that attaches to the other part of the strap, and it also has a piece of paracord that makes loosening the strap easier. We’re fans of cam-style powerstraps, and the Zero G Tour Pro’s powerstrap looks like it should perform fairly similarly, while being easier to attach / detach.

The Zero G Tour 110 and Tour 105 boots come with more typical 35 mm Velcro powerstraps.

Soles & Bindings Compatibility

All of the Zero G boots have rockered, non-replaceable Vibram rubber soles that are certified to the ISO 9523 standard, and will therefore work with MNC bindings like the Salomon / Atomic SHIFT , Marker I.D. bindings, or Tyrolia AAAttack 14 AT. The Zero G boots will also work with the Marker Kingpin and Fritschi Tecton.

The previous Zero G boots used replaceable rubber soles. These soles were nice in that you could just buy new soles if yours wore out, but they didn’t walk as well as full-length, rockered rubber soles similar to those on the new Zero G boots.

Jonathan Ellsworth: I don’t want to say too much about the fit of this boot yet, because I’d like to go get another tour or two in it first. (I personally like this approach much better than just standing around inside, at room temperature, in a bunch of different boots.)

And furthermore, our position on this matter hasn’t changed: my feet are not your feet, so you ought to go try on any ski boots before you pull the trigger.

But what I can say for now is that I can tour in a size 26.5 — without getting any boot work done — in the Zero G Tour Pro, Salomon S/Lab MTN, Salomon QST 130 , Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130, HEAD Kore 1, and Fischer Ranger Free 130.

And after my initial time in the Zero G Tour Pro, I don’t think I’ll need to do any punches.

But if I was forced to say something now about the fit, I’d say that I generally get along well with tighter heel pockets, and in the case of the Zero G Tour Pro, I have plenty of room in the heel pocket — so far, it’s not so roomy to cause any blistering, but it’s definitely not so tight to cause any pain.

But give me a minute to get some more time in these, and then check back for updates on fit.

For now, let’s just say that nothing about the fit of this boot strikes me as particularly unusual or way out of line with the fit of the boots I’ve mentioned here. (But again, your own feet will almost certainly get along better with some of the boots listed here than others.)

Luke Koppa: For reference, I have pretty average-volume feet, but I have large lateral splats which mean my midfoot widens when I am standing / skiing, and I often get pain on the outside of my forefoot and midfoot when running, skiing, skinning, etc. I have a low instep and an average to low arch. My feet tend to work best with boots that offer ample room in the midfoot, and have lower insteps (e.g., the Salomon QST Pro 130 ). Since my toes taper significantly (i.e., my pinkie toe is much shorter than my big toe), I’ve never needed a 6th toe punch in any boots.

In the Zero G Tour Pro, I have plenty of room around my toes, ankle, and instep. The main problem area I have in the boot is on the outside of my midfoot, where I’ve experienced a pretty significant amount of pain after long days of touring. To be very clear, this is by no means limited to the Zero G Tour Pro. I typically get pain in that area in almost every boot I use, apart from the few 100mm-last boots I’ve been able to get punched out around the midfoot. So my main point is that the Zero G basically feels about average in the midfoot for a 99 mm last.

Other than my typical issues around the midfoot, I haven’t had any trouble with the fit of the Zero G. It holds my ankle in well while touring, and my toes have stayed warm during all my days in the boot.

Fine-Tuning the Fit

Another notable feature of the Zero G boots is the inclusion of a boot board. This, combined with Tecnica’s “Custom Adaptive Shape” shell (which is supposed to be easier for bootfitters to punch / heat) and the heat-moldable liner should make the new Zero G boots a bit easier to fine-tune to different feet.

Bottom Line (For Now)

The new Tecnica Zero G boots look very interesting, and the Zero G Tour Pro in particular seems like it would, actually, be breaking some new ground if it can match the downhill performance of heavier boots like the Salomon S/Lab MTN and Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD while coming in at around 1300 grams.

We’ve already been getting time in the new Zero G Tour Pro, so check out our Flash Review, and let us know about any questions or comparisons you’d like to see addressed in our full review,

Flash Review: Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro

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Full Review

Tecnica announced that they had fully revamped their touring boot, the Zero G, and they were making some pretty lofty claims — 1320 grams per boot, 130 flex, and 55° range of motion.

Now there are plenty of new products in the ski industry that have crazy stated specs, and there are plenty of products that do not live up to the hype. But after Jonathan Ellsworth and I had the chance to get a number of days in the new Zero G Tour Pro, we had this to say about it…

Re: the Zero G Tour Pro in our 18/19 Winter Buyer’s Guide :

“At 1310 g (size 26.5), the new Zero G Tour Pro is really in a class of its own: a near-130-flex boot that comes in just over 1300 grams and walks exceptionally well. It’s one of the most impressive products in this guide. It has a bomber and easy-to-use walk mechanism, grippy full-rubber outsole, lightweight buckles, and a strong, progressive flex. We wouldn’t quite call it a true “130,” but the Zero G skis far better than it should for how light it is and how well it walks. And its flex pattern isn’t some brick wall — it gives a bit at first, then ramps up the deeper you get. This boot walks well enough for all but the very longest tours, and we could happily use it for a full season of touring — from quick pow laps with big skis, to longer skimo missions.”

We also gave the Zero G Tour Pro a “Best Of” award in the guide, and said that if not for the Salomon / Atomic Shift MNC 13 binding , it would have been our product of the year.

Luke Koppa & Jonathan Ellsworth review the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro for Blister

We’ve now spent even more time in the Zero G Tour Pro, so here we’re going into a whole lot more detail about why we think this boot is awesome, and what types of skiers should be checking it out.

Touring Performance

Range of Motion

Luke Koppa: While stated range of motion (aka, ROM) is not always equal to the usable ROM, I think the Zero G Tour Pro’s stated ROM of 55° is pretty accurate. I didn’t break out any protractors on the skin track, but the Zero G Tour Pro provides ROM equal to, if not better than a bunch of boots I’ve used that have similar stated ROM.

The Zero G Tour Pro doesn’t walk quite as well as lighter boots like the Salomon S/Lab X-Alp , but the difference isn’t extreme. I was perfectly comfortable using the Zero G Tour Pro for all of my tours, even long days with lots of vert. For how well it performs on the downhill (much more on that later), the Zero G Tour Pro walks very well.

If you want maximum efficiency on the uphill — and are willing to make significant compromises on the downhill — then lighter boots may suit you better. But for the Zero G’s target market (downhill-oriented backcountry skiers), Jonathan and I both think it provides plenty of ROM.

For reference, here’s the buckle setup I tended to use while touring in the Zero G Tour Pro:

Bottom buckle: closed on 1st or 2nd latch
Ankle buckle: closed on 2nd latch
Lower cuff buckle: strap on 1st latch, w/ buckle fully open
Upper cuff buckle: strap on 1st latch, w/ buckle fully open
Power strap: fully loosened, but w/ the hook still attached

With this setup, the boot walked very well and made transitions quick and easy. Speaking of which…

Transitions

Luke: Overall, transitions in the Zero G Tour Pro are pretty easy. You have to deal with four buckles, a power strap, and a walk mechanism, but all of these are pretty simple on the Zero G.

The Zero G’s wire-style buckles are slightly more finicky to use than traditional hook / bar style latches (that you see on most alpine boots), but for me, it was an easy thing to get used to. I also really appreciate that the buckles on the Zero G’s cuff can be opened very wide, which means I can get plenty of ROM while the buckles’ wires are still latched onto the last notch.

The Zero G Tour Pro’s power strap has a hook on one end that lets you easily detach the strap entirely. I rarely detached the power strap completely, and instead just loosened it up all the way (which is made easy with the paracord on the strap’s cam-style tightening device).

The new Zero G boots use a burly walk mechanism that we’ve affectionately come to call the “prison shank.” This is very similar to the walk mechanisms on the Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD, Scott Cosmos III, and Scarpa Maestrale boots. The main difference with the Zero G is that it has an additional connection point on the cuff, but I haven’t noticed any downsides to this in terms of touring and transitions. The walk mode is still super easy to use, and a few quick whacks typically clear off any ice / snow that’s built up around it. It’s also very easy to tell when the boot is actually in ski mode, which is a plus.

Jonathan: I don’t have much to add here since super fast transitions are not something I care too much about (once I’ve climbed up a mountain, I like to hang out for at least a few minutes before skiing back down). But with that said, there’s nothing that was tricky or annoying to me about transitioning in the Zero G.

Soles / Traction

Luke: I also spent several days “touring” in the Zero G Tour Pro this summer — if you’re willing to define “touring” as walking around in shorts and ski boots to ski for a few turns. The Zero G Tour Pro did provide ample grip while hiking on rocky and rooty trails, and while scrambling on talus.

I’ve used ski boots with grippier rubber, but for a boot like the Zero G Tour Pro, I’d rather have a more durable sole than the absolute stickiest rubber (more on durability later on).

Downhill Performance

Luke (5’8”, 155 lbs): In short, the Zero G Tour Pro feels really, really good on the downhill. I have no qualms with its lateral power transfer (though I admittedly don’t often have issues with most boots’ lateral support). The Zero G Tour Pro’s rearward support also feels excellent, which I’d attribute to its burly walk mechanism.

But the real kicker with this boot is its flex pattern…

Flex Pattern

Luke: We’ve seen a huge increase in the number of “130” flex boots with walk modes, but their skiing performance can vary a lot. Some of these “130” boots are laughably soft, while others are extremely stiff but lack the progressive nature of a good alpine boot (i.e., they feel like leaning into a brick wall). With enough carbon, you can make anything stiff, but that quest for low weight and stiffness often results in an unpleasant flex pattern.

I wouldn’t quite call the Zero G Tour Pro a true 130, but it is very close. And more importantly (for me), it’s flex pattern is really nice and progressive. I can easily lean into the boot initially, but as I flex it forward more, it stiffens up more and more.

Now, I’m not a particularly big guy (I’m 5’8”, ~155 lbs), so much heavier and / or much more aggressive skiers might prefer having the stiffest touring boot out there. But I much prefer having a boot with a predictable, intuitive, progressive flex pattern over one that’s just really stiff.

When I’m touring I’ll typically end up skiing a lot of weird, unpredictable snow. A boot with a more progressive flex makes skiing this sort of snow easier for me since I can actually flex into the boots initially to get over the front of my skis, but I’m not then going to flex through my boots and get thrown over the handlebars when I hit some weird crust or firm snow.

Jonathan: Yep.

Suspension / Ski & Ground Feel

Luke: The Zero G Tour Pro is a very light boot with a thin liner. As a result, it provides more on-snow feedback than most heavier alpine and AT boots. In other words, it doesn’t dampen out inconsistencies in the snow as well as those boots.

That said, I was surprised by how comfortable I was skiing the Zero G Tour Pro inbounds while we were doing our Lightweight Touring Binding Shootout . While its liner is thin, it’s also pretty dense, and I didn’t really have an issue with the boot feeling too harsh (and I think its progressive flex helped with this). It wouldn’t be my top pick for a boot that I’d use inbounds very often, but it performed quite well during the occasional resort day.

Jonathan: Just to offer a slightly different perspective here than Luke’s, I have no interest in leaving people with the impression that this is a boot that they should consider for 50/50 use inbounds and in the backcountry. Certainly, I expect to see more than a few pairs of these boots in the lift line this season, but I would be happy to have the vast majority of skiers think of this as a lightweight touring boot that offers surprisingly good downhill performance in the backcountry. But hey, if you ski with a lot of finesse, tend to go easy on your gear, keep it fairly mellow inbounds, etc., then have at it, I guess.

Jonathan has used the Zero G Tour Pro for several days, and I’ve now used it for around 15 days [editor’s note: because Jonathan was dumb enough to let Luke take the boots with him after our final day of inbounds skiing last spring, and Luke has managed to avoid giving them back]. So after a fairly brief testing period (~20 days), we have no durability issues to report. The walk mechanism, buckles, and power strap are all still working perfectly.

The soles have several small scratches and nicks, but there aren’t any notable chunks missing. As I noted above, I’m happy Tecnica decided to go with a fairly stiff, not-super-sticky rubber for the sole since it’s proven to be pretty durable so far.

Who’s It For?

Luke: First, the important caveat: good fit is always going to trump minor performance differences when it comes to ski boots. I.e., just because you like the sound of the Zero G Tour Pro’s features and performance, doesn’t mean you’ll like it more than a similar boot in this class that fits your foot better.

With that in mind, I think the Zero G Tour Pro (and the slightly heavier and softer Zero G Tour Scout and Zero G Tour) could work for a lot of skiers.

The Zero G Tour Pro makes the most sense for people who value low weight and very good uphill performance, but who want a very supportive, yet still progressive flex on the downhill.

There are a lot of very good, ~1500 gram boots out there right now that tour and ski well. But since the Zero G Tour Pro comes in significantly lighter than a lot of those boots, I think it should be particularly appealing to those who tend to do longer tours and will appreciate that lower weight, but who aren’t willing to go to the much lighter (and softer) ~1000-1200 g boots.

As I noted earlier, heavier (190 lbs +) and / or really aggressive skiers may want a stiffer boot. But I think that subsection is fairly small. And if you don’t spend a lot of your time touring (e.g., you ski in the resort more often than in the backcountry), then you’d probably be better off with a heavier boot that provides a more plush, damp ride.

But if you like to put in a lot of time on the skin track and wants a boot that still lets you ski very hard on the way down, go see if the Zero G Tour Pro fits your foot.

Jonathan: Anyone who wants a really good touring boot — and who has feet that are a good match for the shell and liner of this boot. And again, I really hope this boot doesn’t start getting bought by people who will mostly use it inbounds, because there are a whole slew of good boots that I think are better suited for season after season of 50/50 use.

Bottom Line

Luke: I’ve already expended way too many words on this, so here’s the final summary:

The Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro is a touring boot that weighs just over 1300 grams, walks really, really well, and it has a flex pattern that is not only nearly as stiff as a 130-flex alpine boot, but that’s also nice and progressive.

That’s extremely impressive, and is why it’s my favorite touring boot I’ve ever used.

Jonathan: I hope the upcoming custody battle that Luke and I are probably going to have over these boots doesn’t get too ugly.

Deep Dive: ~130-Flex Touring Boots

Next month, we will be publishing our head to head comparisons of the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro, the (very good) Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130, Head Kore 1, Salomon S/Lab MTN, Scarpa Maestrale RS, Fischer Ranger Free 130, and a few other ~130-flex touring boots currently on the market.

38 comments on “2021-2022 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro”

Any words on possible “In-stock” dates? Hoping to try these on to compare to Maestrales Sincerely Wide Forefoot, High instep, low arch, and narrow(ish) heel

Can this go with LOOK DUAL WTR binding as well? Thanks.Tony

Won’t be “in stock” until September if we’re lucky

How close does Zero G Tour Pro ski to a much heavier hybrid boots, such as the Tecnica Cochise or the Hawx Ultra XTD 120?

With the Scarpa F1 I already have a boot in the 1300g category (but don’t know if its is smart to drive a Bibby Tour with it*).

And I need to replace my 50/50 Resort/Backcountry boot.

I feel I should go for a boot further away from the Scarpa F1, such as the Tecnica Cochise, Nordica Strider, Dalbello Lupo AX 120. That was also made clear in the Podcast with the owner of the BlackSheep Shop in Munich, where he praised to go back to full blown alpin boots for freeriding (instead of hybird boots).

*) I thought driving big skis with soft boots was a security risk. But in the Fischer Traverse review, Cy Whitling skied it 109 and 112 waist wide skis.

How do these fit compared the Cochise? The 2017 Cochise fit me great, while shoes like the Salomon MTN and Maestrale don’t work for me. It’s interesting that you say both the later shoes fit you can these too, which makes me think that the fit is tigher and less roomy in the toe box and arch area.

In your excellent review of the Hawx XTD 120 you pointed out the impact of the liner on downhill performance. How much difference would a zipfit alpine liner make in this boot? Would it come close to a boot like the Nordica Strider?

Jonathan, I am glad you clarify that you would still not see the Zero G as a 50/50 boot. The flex feels very nice indeed (at shop temperature). Would you see the Hawx 120 XTD more like a 50/50 boot? More but, still far from it? I might go with the Salomon QST Pro (fits great, looks silly) or the Cochise if it fits. Have fun!

How is the fit compared to the old zeroG: does it have the same spacious ankle? or is it more tight?

How are they to get the boot on and off? Embarrassing, but my Lange XT Freetour boots were really, really hard to get out of on cold days. If it was 0 degrees, I’d have to wait for them to warm up before I could get my foot out. Sometimes I would end up ripping out the liner or scraping up my foot…better not to talk about.

I was not able to find a pair of Tour Pro’s in my size but have been riding Tour Scouts for 5 days. 40% BC 60% inbounds so far.

Touring/ Uphill: I am BLOWN AWAY with how well these uphill for a 4 buckle overlap boot. Today I did a tour with my Backland Carbon’s in the AM and then after lunch a quick lap with the Scouts (same skis and bindings, snow got warmer as the day went on). They feel almost as easy to uphill with as Backland Carbon’s with the tongue in (tongue out there is no beating the Backland until you get to race boots). I’d guess that double lock system letting them pull the back of the cuff way up is definitely a contributing factor. Really with how light and well the Scouts ski my Backlands are probably just going to become high milage/ fitness mission boots.

Flex: Pretty f-ing impressive how progressive and supportive these boots are for being less than 1400g. Don’t have too many boots to compare them to in my personal experience but they are stiffer and more progressive than Dyanfit Titans and all the of BD boots (the last Factor was probably stiffer than the Scouts, but no progression). Never felt the hard stop (or sudden drop off) of other AT boots when inbounds driving Enforcers.

Fit: The long and short of my fit is average to narrow everywhere except for my HIGH INSTEP. They aren’t the highest I’ve ever tried on but certainly high enough that once I cook the liners I’m sure I’ll be able to keep all my buckles tight all day at the resort. It almost seems like I might just be able to pack out the liners enough to not need.

Forward Lean: Ok I’m really not a fan of the upright lean angle when they’re in regular downhill bindings. Looking to find a bolt on spoiler to try to get some more forward lean since I have a skinny lower leg.

Entry/ Exit: Entry isn’t too bad, does help if it’s warm, easier than my old Titans or BD’s. But my instep does get pinched getting out of the boot :( Not surprised with how tall my instep is, might trim a little material off medial side of the overlap to help. Again, I wouldn’t put much weight in this as my instep is stupid tall.

So these don’t fit a regular alpine binding like an Atomic Neox 412?

Hi Blister,

Great Review as always – After reading and ” getting to know thyself ” per Jonathan and Luke – this boot is nice but not for me as I am only a occasional touring skier – short hops to catch a patch – not even a 50/50…..I have old old Garmont Megaride and they are jarring as heck so my priority is suspension and comfort not weight. Given those parameters which direction would you recommend……Scarpa Maestraele ? Atomic Hawk ? to be used on Raven w KP bindings. I am kinda looking for a Alpine boot that is KP adaptable. I ski on Salomon XMax 120 ( little soft but I like them )

Thanks Blister ,

Looking forward for the deep-dive… I’m really curious to see how they compare to the Maestrale RS2

Since you made a point of saying it goes down to a 22, can you guys confirm the bsl on the size 22 and 23 to ensure they’re not a larger shell just with a toe dam? The evo size chart only shows down to a 24 with 285 bsl.

Just talked to Tecnica about this — it looks like they’re actually only offering it down to a 22.5 (their previous catalog had said 22.0), and the 22.5 does have the same BSL as the 23.5, which is 272 mm.

I’ve put about 40 days touring on these boots this season and I’m still undecided if I like them. Firstly they are a b!$@# to get on! Straight out of the box they are pretty tight, really tight over the front of the ankle (Think Maestrale ankle strap zone) quite a bit tighter than the cochise 120. They have broken in well to a similar fit to the cochise but not as comfy as Maestrale. I cannot emphasise enough how hard these boots are to get on when cold. I camped overnight at -15°c and could not get these on in the morning to save my life. I had to boil water to put in a bottle to warm these up to get them on. Even if you leave them in the back of your truck they will be hard to get on. Getting them off isn’t much easier . BUT they do ski pretty damn well. In fact, they rip. I ski them on Zero G 108’s w Kingpins and there’s nothing I wouldn’t ski. They walk OK. I don’t believe the 55° articulation. I’d say 40° at best. I’ve put probably 500km+ walking in them and they OK. Not great. The booster strap is useless(?!) it slides up above the carbon cuff and doesn’t cinch down tight anyway. The buckles are pretty nice, the teeth are soft though so bottom ones get munch when scrambling over rocks in them. They do climb very well with the rubber sole/rocker/precision fit. I’m happy to climb exposed rock/ice in them. Crampons (Techpon 250 & Sarken) fit very well on them. Overall they’re probably not quite as tour friendly as I was hoping (I don’t ski resort at all) but they do ski well. They’re really not cut out for expeditions unfortunately and take a bit of breaking in. If they didn’t ski so well I probably would have thrown them into the forest after how hard they are to get on/off (I feel it’s the lower material is too stiff where it underlaps the upper boot around the ankle, doesn’t open up enough to slide the foot in) somehow the pull loops have not broken under extreme tension so far. 7.5/10

Skied these boots 2 days (no touring) in spring conditions in the french alps. They weigh 1380grams in size 27,5.

Very very to ski! In fact I was really surprised even though I had done some serious research before buying them. Nice flex pattern (I ski dalbello boots otherwise) I skied völkl mantra and a blizzard Rustler 10 in heavy wet spring snow, slash, moguls and horribIe frozen snow. I weigh about 100kg with gear. I like them much better than my salomon mtn lab. There is no doubt in ny mind that they will tour much better aswell.

I have wide feet (fore foot 106mm) and I needed to heat mold both liner and shell and add padding to pressure points in the store. After that; two full days of skiing without any problems. Really comfortable! Without this bootfit it would have been impossible though.

I plan to pair these with a mantra v werks and a shift bindning for a kit to do it ALL. I skied in very nice weather so can’t tell you about cold weather performance.

If they hold up, and I think they will, this will be a blast :-)

I have skied 50+ days on the Scout, both involving lifts and over 25000m of ascent.

Great boots, but watch out for the ski/walk mode. At different times I have lost a screw attaching the top of the mechanism to the boot on each boot. And this after nipping them up after loosing the first. It causes the boot to pop out of downhill mode at inconvenient times.

I carry spares now.

Very important observation there by HammondR!

My screws also needed attention after 3 days of touring. Will try to fix this with Loctite.

Other than that; very happy with the boots!

Please can you tell me if these boot soles of the new Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro work safely with Salomon Guardian MNC 13 bindings (mine are a couple seasons old but have the sliding afd). My local ski shop crew say no but I’ve heard from other crew that they do. Cheers Jon

As long as your Guardian is the MNC version with a toe piece that can adjust vertically, the Zero G boot should work with it. The Zero G has an ISO certified touring sole so it should work with any MNC binding as long as you adjust the toe piece to the appropriate height.

I was just able to try on a pair of the Pro G’s today. They felt… like a good boot.

I know all the specs and have done my homework on the boots technical qualities and I think they match up well with my skiing style (I’m a 6’3 215 skier who’s fairly aggressive, and only doing more and more touring as the seasons keep going after starting to actually get to the backcountry 4ish years ago. Otherwise have skied “inbounds” the rest of my time.

I’ve been on and am currently using Cinderella story “perfect fit” craigslist scarpa maestrales from 2012/2013 and thus have a boot that is worn to perfection to my foot.

In trying on the new Pro G’s there was minor discomfort in the top of the foot and a little kn the outer mid sole near the base of the pinky toe — but when locked down and in ski mode with an active stance most of the discomfort went away. The heel felt fine in both walk and ski mode.

I haven’t had boots heat molded before but my family swears by it.

Am I getting too bogged down in the details of a “perfect fit” especially with the advent of the heat molding magic bootfitters can now work?

I want these to last and dont plan to buy boots for a while after this purchase.

Any thoughts or especially updates on how these boots wore on over multiple seasons?

Best, Zach W

Ps, great review of the boots and other stuff you guys rock!

Have skied these boots both inbounds and out a couple times now, and really really like them. In my opinion, they are not as stiff as the S-Lab MTN (MTN labs), but walk significantly better (especially forward ROM). A little looser in the heel, and slightly higher volume overall. Skinny calf people beware, I have the lower buckles as tight as they will go (moved the buckle clips AND micro adjust dialed all the way down) and I can still flip the buckles with just one finger. Looking into maybe drilling out a third hole to make calf closure even tighter.

One really bad thing to report: just yesterday I snapped BOTH wire buckles in one day. Hoping this is just bad QA and not a design flaw, and that warranty will take care of me. If not, I’ll be really bummed and not buying touring boots from them again.

Overall, this is a dialed boot that skis wonderfully, walks really really well, but has some issues with durability of the buckles and fit for those with skinny ankles/calves.

Hi Brett, You say: skinny CALF people beware, I have LOWER buckles..” In my mind, the lower buckles are the ones on the clog, the upper buckles are the ones on the cuff, and therefor relate to calf (top upper buckle), and ankle (bottom upper buckle). Can you clarify which buckles you are talking about?

He obviously means the lower cuff buckle on each boot.

Note his reference to “mov[ing] the buckle clips” – you can only do that with the cuff buckles on the Zero-G. The clog buckles are effectively immovable because of the way they sit in fixed-position recesses.

Just bought these to tour in Marker Kingpins and found that these are not compatible with them. When the toe is locked out they will pop out with minimal torque. Not good. We went into the shop and tested on new kingpins and another set of older ones and no dice with my zero g’s. I popped some Dalbello boots into the kingpins and they held just fine. Of course there’s no literature guaranteeing kingpin comparability with dynafit certified boots. We’re going to make a video and send it to marker. Something worth checking into if pairing either. I just bought atomic backland bindings and they work flawlessly with these boots.

I just got a chance to spend an hour in the zero-g-pro-tour in the shop. I tried them along side the Maestrale XT and atomic backland carbon. If they fit your foot, I can see why people really like the ZeroG, unfortunately, they don’t fit my foot as I have a fairly high instep.

Things I like about the ZeroG ->

The Zero G cuff felt very secure, and progressive, and broadly supportive.. This cuff feels about 1000x better in ski-mode than the backland carbon, while apparently only weighing ~30% more. Leaning into the cuff felt really good and supportive, with no pressure points, unlike the backland carbon, which basically feels like it has a thin band of steel holding my shin.

In the shop, I especially like how the Zero-G top buckles transition to tour mode. The flexible loops not only “clip” securely into the “touring clip” in their most open setting, but the buckles also “lock” in the open position. It might be a bit fussier in gloves, but i like the way everything easily stayed where I put it. With the Maestrale XT everything wanted to flap around if not done in just the right order… I’d have to first undo every buckle and the strap, and *only* after this, move the buckles to the touring clips. If I tried to undo just one buckle and immediately put it into the touring clip, the tension on the other buckle made the undone one too long and it would flop out. Of course both of these systems work just fine, and you’d get used to either, but I prefer the way the Zero-G system works.

I found the zero-g pro tour (subjectively) easier to get into than the HAWX XTD, as a similar overlap style boot.

Unfortunately, the Zero-G didn’t fit my foot very well in ways the bootfitter said he couldn’t really do much about. I’m 10.5 US / mondo ~28. My current downhill boot is a 27.5 dalbello pantera, though in some boots I upsize to 28.5. In the size 28.5 ZeroG, my heel was swimming around sideways and up-and-down, and yet there was a slight but noticeable bite on my instep. A footboard solved my heel slip, but made the bite on my instep unbearably painful. This might be partly due to the thin touring liner, but it’s mostly because the shell doesn’t have enough instep room for my foot. I’m sure sizing down to 27.5 would make the instep bite worse. My bootfitter said it’s really hard to create more instep room, and that it’s better to find a boot that fits better there. The Maestrale XT 28.5 certainly did, no instep bite at all. I didn’t like the Maestrale XT design as much, but it felt much better on my feet.

I’ve been using these for the season so far and only have about 60km in them, but have a broken buckle. The wire buckle design is great in theory but in practice is pretty annoying to actually use, and the middle buckle on my left boot has broken with the wire pulling out of the metal swage. There’s no real way to fix it in the field, and you can’t fully unscrew the wire-loop section, so the only solution is to drill out the rivet and put a new buckle on (which luckily Technica sells for $30, but I’m hoping they’ll send me the buckle free since I’ve only worn these boots for about 8 ski days).

The powerstrap is essentially useless in my experience as well and rises up over the cuff. I’ve got skinny calves so it barely does anything when correctly in place and tightened all the way too – it just doesn’t have enough range of adjustment.

Both liners have wear spots into their foam where the interior buckle rivets are wearing away while walking. This isn’t a huge issue and some well placed fabric tape will slow the wear, but still frustrating to see considering how little use the boots have gotten. Technical really could have avoided this by using a more robust material in these areas of the liner like other boots.

Overall, I really like the _boot_, but the hardware and little things are what aren’t great and make it seem like they rushed the design to market without any real-world testing.

I’ve toured in mine for around 150 days and I really like them. The liner feels like it is just now starting to fit even better. BUT, a few day ago I noticed that the large cuff rivets have developed some lateral play, maybe 1-3mm. Anyone with a high mileage zgtp have this issue? Wonder how to go about fixing it?

I’m a little worried about the lean angle of only 13 degrees. It sounds pretty upright to me. Does this affect the downhill performance in any way or is the flex progressive enough to compensate? The Hoji Free comes with a lean angle of 17 degrees, but only with a built-in spoiler. Without the cuff is supposed to be just 11 degrees. Do you think one could increase the angle of the zero go pro with a bolt spoiler too?

@ Luke Koppa. It sounds like you have almost identical feet to mine. Can I ask what other boots you have got on well with as I am struggling to find anything that fits me well. Any advice would be well appreciated. Thanks

While I can’t guarantee they’ll fit *your* feet, the Atomic Hawx Prime XTD is the touring boot that’s offered the best out-of-the-box fit for my feet. The Nordica Strider also fits my feet really well, but that’s more of a 50/50 touring/resort boot, rather than a dedicated touring boot.

What do you think of using the Tecnica zero G pro tour on piste given their high and progressive flex? There are some relevant disadavteges to consider? Thank you!

Luke/Jonathan – how does the Zero G compare to the new Fischer TransAlp Pro? They seem to be competing in the exact same class, right?

Thanks, -Felix

I’ve had these boots since the start of the season. Impressed with the stiffness (coming previously from the Spectre 2.0) , but still struggling to find a suitable ski for it. I was skiing the Volkl VTA 98 177 but now I’m leaning towards the Salomon MTN 95 184 since the VTA does not offer the support anymore.Would this be a good match for this boot?

Have used the the Technica boots 1,5 season for backcountry/rando(about 250 days and 130 000 height meters) so quite a lot use. I am satisfied with the boots when talking about the outer one/shell. Stiff enough for skiing and okay for walking. Had to do some boot fitting which is easy because of the material. Done that at a proffessional boot fitter. The inner/liner is thin and really bad so switched to Intuition Pro M which is perfect whit this shell. Heard from others which done the same. Another bad thing is the buckles. The thin wire have broken twice and seems to be a very week. Would like to have more solid construction.

As an update, the boots are not ISO 9523 unfortunately. I went to have them mounted and they said they were not compatible. I have seen it stated in multiple places that they are ISO 9523 so I messaged Tecnica and they confirmed it is not ISO certified but they said it’s geometry is compatible with the Shift binding.

After 40 days or so mine have developed tons of slop in the cuff rivets -> very imprecise on hard snow. Rest of the boot looks almost new. I just spent an hour perusing the interwebs, and sounds like this is very common, and I have not read of a fix. For comparison, my Cochise with many more miles has no slop.

The new Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro: The best just got better.

By Max Rehkopf

For as long as I have been skiing the backcountry, the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro has been the go-to boot for my hard-charging touring partners. The orange and black Zero G is almost ubiquitous at trailheads and even inbounds thanks to its confidence-inspiring 130 flex and light weight. The new boot is even lighter, at just 1,289 grams, with some smart designs that keep it famously stiff while improving the fit and walk mode. Those improvements have multiple Tecnica/Blizzard athletes and Alpenglow Sports ambassadors saying confidently that "The best boot just got better."

Pre order the new boot

We're thrilled to help you secure such a highly-anticipated boot! Your pre-order ensures that you get the first Zero G Tour Pro boots shipped to you or available for pick up at Alpenglow Sports. We're offering full size runs of the men's and women's boot.

What's new in the Zero G Tour Pro?

The key improvements in the new Zero G Tour Pro are as follows:

Improved fit
More forward lean
100 grams lighter than before
Bearing-driven frictionless pivot
T Hike Double Blocking walk mechanism
Redesigned lower shell
Redesigned upper cuff
9523 sole compatibility

Let's explore each improvement in detail.

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About the new fit

The new boot retains much of its original fit with a few key additions. Here's the new fit at a glance:

1. Additional instep height making for an easier entrance and exit.

2. Roomier toe box with a more anatomical shape.

3. 99mm last: Narrow heel, ankle, and mid foot.

Our overall impression with the new boot is that it will fit a lot more people with a lot fewer modifications. Each fit improvement seems to be perfectly aligned with the most common modifications we were making to the old boot as bootfitters. Importantly, the fit changes are slight enough that we do not anticipate new issues for folks that fit great in the current Zero G Tour Pro. Our local Tecnica athletes are enjoying warmer toes and more comfort out of the box with less modifications needed.

Questions about fit?

Call the shop at 530-583-6917 and we can help you choose the right size.

Improved walk mode

Next, Tecnica tackled a series of walk mode improvements that work together to improve the overall touring experience. Most boots, including the last generation Tour Pro, use a rivet to join the upper and lower cuff. These rivets wear out through repeated use, warping the connection between the upper cuff and shell resulting in binding and play.

Tecnica introduced a new "Free Move" bearing that delivers a frictionless pivot point with much greater durability. Thanks to a redesigned and carbon co-injected upper cuff, Tecnica was able to improve the range of motion in the upper cuff by about ten degrees. Testers are reporting that the upper cuff is noticeably easier to move through its 60 degree range of motion. Testers also note that the new T Hike lever can require a bit more fiddling than the prior lever.

A photo of the walk mechanism on the new Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro boot

Tuned stiffness at a lighter weight

It's often a challenge to make a lighter boot that still flexes with confidence. Tecnica removed material from the upper and lower cuff using lessons learned when designing the Zero G Peak Carbon boot . The result is "Power Frame" construction with thicker material extending from the pivot point into the upper cuff and into the body of the lower shell.

Power Frame construction results in better lateral power transmission and reduces deformation in the Grilamid lower shell. Testers are reporting a flex profile that feels more progressive and efficient.

The new walk mechanism not only shaved weight but helped contribute to downhill performance. The boot now features 13.5mm of forward lean, 1.5mm more than before. Tecnica also increased the distance between the two contact points which creates a more progressive flex.

More versatility and compatibility

The most common question in a backcountry ski shop is boot compatibility in touring boots. Especially in hybrid, hard-charging boots like the Tour Pro, our customers are always hoping for the most possible compatibility between pin and resort bindings.

In the past, the Zero G Tour Pro missed out as a crossover/hybrid boot because of limited boot sole compatibility. The new Zero G Tour Pro is 9523 Certified which makes it compatible with all Multi Norm Certified(MNC) bindings.

This opens the door to using Solomon Shift Bindings , Marker Duke Bindings , and a host of MNC resort bindings with the new Zero G Tour Pro.

A pair of the New Zero G Tour Pro boot from Tecnica.

The athlete's choice

We carry the Zero G Tour Pro because our customers need a boot that performs at the highest level without holding you back in the skintrack. If we didn't carry this boot, our shop ambassadors and local pros would come knocking.

This season, we asked every athlete in our Winter Speaker Series to choose their "Athlete Picks," lists of their favorite products from Alpenglow Sports. The importance of the Zero G Tour Pro really hit home when every single athlete, a genuine 100% of them, chose the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro as their backcountry boot of choice.

The last word goes to our 20-year veteran ski buyer, Jeff Dostie. When I asked him what fires him up about the new boot and he said this: "This boot fires me up to have on the wall next season because it has such a great fit, skis so well, walks great, and it's about the lightest boot in its category. To have all those things put together, really makes a standout boot."

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Tecnica ZeroG Tour Pro - Alpine touring boot 2018 - 9

Introduction

The touring boot that can do it all. Everyone looks for it. It skips uphill on fairy dust. Downhill you're transformed into Candide; ripping turns, straightlining chutes, producing instabangers. I'm a cynic. There's no such thing. But every year we get closer. And the Tecnica ZeroG Tour Pro is a fairly massive step in that direction.

How big a step? The ZeroG Tour Pro (ZGTP)weighs 1300g in size 26. It's a claimed flex index of 130 (this is stiff!); skis well; and, as befits a boot this light, tours well. If this boot fits you; there's not much wrong with something that combines this much power in as light a package. The ZGTP comes in sizes 22 to 31 and is priced at USD 900

The Tecnica ZeroG Tour Pro aka ZGTP

Before going further here is some required reading about touring boots and why critical self-examination is the primary factor in boot shopping. All boots (and touring boots in particular) are about compromises. No boot can be the best at everything. Be honest with yourself in making the purchasing decision. Unless of course they are red; red boots are the fastest.

- A 2013 general article about what boots to buy (originally on TGR but craptastic TGR front page photo links are dead)

- A 2016 general article from Wildsnow about what boots to buy (and a super-useful dorkfest about boot plastics)

- AT boot comparative flex thread distilling collective input about AT boot flexes

- Discussion of the Tecnica ZeroG Tour Pro

About the reviewer

At just 160 pounds I am not a big guy but do spend 100+ days a season skiing, with most of those days in backcountry. I've had 55+ days on the Tecnica ZGTP in size 26.5 (bsl 302mm) with almost all of the days spent in either backcountry of Whistler, the Duffey and the B.C. Interior with some inbound resorts soft-skiing day. My skiing is usually in high moisture-content snow. Accordingly, my preference is for bigger skis and relatively stiff boots.

Other boots I own; Dynafit Vulcan and the Scarpa F1 . For the longest time I've felt that I've needed to replace my old Vulcans which are now on day 300+. The ZeroG Tour Pro's are it.

Pemberton backcountry

Specifications

ZGTP is a a completely new 4 buckle overlap boot from Tecnica. It perhaps shares a "similar" type of fit to last year's ZeroG Guide but other than that the only thing it shares is the name (more on that in the "Fitting" section below).

Some notable specifications

- 1320g (26.5) weighed with footbed, laces or spoiler.

- 130 flex rating (but I would rate it as 125); more on that in the "Downhill " section below

- 55 degree range-of-motion (45 deg forward; 10 deg back)

Decent amount of rearward lean (10 degrees)

- Massively beefy-looking two-stage walk-ski mechanism framing the boot's spine

- Adjustable forward lean (comes stock at 12 deg and is adjustable to 13 deg)

- Upper cuff is the wondrous magic of carbon-infused plastic. Lower cuff is Grilamid plastic.

- Last is 99mm; but eminently punchable for custom-fitting). Mine punched to 105mm easily

- Removeable bootboard. Awesome for custom fitting; unheard of in a boot of this weight)

- ISO 9523 (that's the alpine touring standard) soles. Non-replaceable but compatible with Shift, Tecton and all other tech bindings. Not compatible with Gripwalk and WTR bindings ( more on that in this EVO article )

- Liner is made by Tecnica and is a featherweight 209g (comparable to the market-leading Intuition ProTour at 230g)

- Provided in-box are footbeds, laces and a velcro spoiler

ZGTP is SHIFT-compatible

Now I don't mean to dork out about weight but I'm going to dork out about weight. This is because it's insanity of the highest mind-blowing order to get relatively stiff, high-performance alpine touring boots down to this weight. When I first weighed my pre-production ZGTPs I just about lost it when I saw that the boot came in at 1296g on the scale with the red Dynafit thingy and paper still in the liner. I've subsequently calmed down but this is still an amazing feat. How amazing?

Let's take a look at some boot weights . My 2013 Vulcans which were my old go-to boot are 1440g (no tongue; Intuition liner) and 1590g as stock. My 2015 Scarpa F1s which are my light-weight spring and covering long-distances boot are 1232g.

The production ZGTP is actually a bit heavier than my sub 1300g protos weighing in at 1348g. A breakdown of the weight is (i) shell 1111g (ii) liner 209g; and (iii) footbeds 28g. While advertised weight is 1315g that's probably without footbeds and most everyone is going to use a footbed. As you can see every part of the boot system is light. Even if you add laces (15g) and spoiler (16g) the ZGTP will be a sub 1400g boot.

Say no more - 1296g. But actually 1348g in production version with footbed in the liner

Consider that most touring boots that could also be skied a meaningful amount inbounds without breaking used to be approximately 1500 - 1600g. Consider that my "light" traverse boots (the Scarpa F1 and before that the Dynafit TLT5) were 90g and 60g lighter (but far more fragile).

Let's take a look at some other boots for relevancy. In my opinion, two other boots that are in the running for one-boot-to-rule-them-all are Atomic's HawX Ultra XTD (1380g) and the Dalbello Lupo AX120 (1707g); both weighed with stock liners replaced with Intuition Pro Tour liners . If you look at other Tecnica offerings you have last years ZeroG Guide Pro at 1508 gram and, the Cochise 130 at 1982 grams. There's no getting around this. The ZGTP is the weight winner getting really close to the weight of traverse boots with nothing else coming close in its ski performance class other than the Atomic HawX. Want to geek out on weight more? Either ask in the article questions or look at this Evo article and dive in.

Somewhere under this blower pow is a ZeroG Tour Pro

Construction

The ZGTP is a standard four buckle overlap design. Notably the walk mode is intimidatingly beefy with reinforcements all the way up the shell's spine, idiot-proof, easy to engage with gloves, and mechanically very stiff. The beauty of overlap design is that it relies on the boot material's inherent properties to resist and control deformation/flex exerted by skiing forces without the sometimes abrupt notchy wooden feeling of using cuff-stops or other crutches. A well-executed overlap boot with a stiff ski-walk mech can accordingly have ski-feel tuned by cuff and shell materials. And that is how the ZGTP achieves its superior progressive feeling (more on this in the "Downhill" section below)

Boot interior is clean with recessed rivets and even more carbon-infused plastic for the boot's spine . As the bootshell articulates forward the boot's interior lobes are compressed inward; thus progressive travel

The ZGTP's upper cuff is carbon-infused Pebax plastic; the magic of carbonium making for exceptional stiffness throughout temperature ranges but also for highl cost. The lower cuff is Grilamid plastic ; also known for consistency through temp ranges but in particular also for its lightness coupled with strength.. That high cost of these exotic plastics explains why lower end models of the ZeroG line have either the less-exotic polyurethane or polypropolene plastic construction. The lineup is as follows :

- Tour Pro : $899, 1315g and 130 flex. Carbon infused Pebax upper, Griliamid lower.

- Tour Scout : $799, ~1375g and 120 flex. PU upper, Grilamid lower.

- Tour (base model): $599? ~1500g and 110 flex with PU upper and PP lower.

The ZGTP has no cuff-canting as concession to weight-savings. As with any boot, standard fitting techniques can correct for misaligned feet (shimming bindings, boots etc).

Two-part external ski-walk mechanism. This is NOT going to ice up. I've had 55 days on this and there's no perceptible wear so speculation that a long lever arm may be stressed is probably just speculation

All ZeroG models have the alpine touring standard sole ( ISO 9523 ). The world of boot-sole ski binding interfaces is complicated so please reference this very useful EVO article in deciding what binding to marry to the ZGTP boot. ZGTP will work with any tech touring bindings including Kingpin, Tecton and SHIFT all of which have alpine-like heels. It will work with some but not all AT frame bindings (Warden, Marker Duke, Marker Griffon ID, etc.).

Unfortunately the ski industry has its collective head up its ass with respect to boot-binding interface so the bottom line is that things are constantly changing particularly with binding norms. Do not rely on any article and constantly work with knowledgeable retailers to check compatibility.

Bootsoles are vibram and show expected wear following 55 days of use. The lighter grey pad is hard rubber and aligns with the AFD on SHIFT, Gripwalk or WTR bindings.

The ZGTP's liner is now made by Tecnica itself. My previous experience with Palau-made Tecnica liners was to bin them and immediately switch over to Intuition as the old Palua-made liners fit poorly, had little preformed shaping and also wore out quickly. The new liners are much better. After 55+ days there has been some abrasion and wear at the toe-box but, despite being light and thin. the Tecnica-made liners are holding shape and are still fairly warm.

As a nitpick I'm somewhat surprised that the footbeds are not inserted into the liner in-box as the liners are so thin that you need either the OE footbeds or your own footbed. All in all I'm pleasantly surprised by the Tecnica liner and would recommend you give them a chance.

Pre-production ZGTP liners were sub 200g without footbeds. With footbeds they're 209+28g so comparable to market-leading Intuition Pro Tour liners

Nifty magnesium buckles with love-hate wire closures for weight-savings. For weight-weenies the lower forefoot buckle can be removed by punching out rivets and is vestigial (I barely tighten it). Remove it for 30g approx of weight-savings

Wire closure closeup and carbon upper cuff closeup. All of the buckles are micro-adjustable.

Closeup of the adjustment piece for forward lean. Simply remove bootliner and undo the two screws. From the insider of the bootshell pop out the silver female threaded insert, flip the insert (with the notch facing down) and pop the insert back into the shell. Then reattach external bracket with screws for a degree more forward lean. Shims under the bootboard or using spoilers will also add more forward lean

Comparison Pictures - ZGTP vs Dynafit Vulcan

Comparisons are inevitable.

Fit is the most important thing for any ski boot. It doesn't matter how stiff, how light, or how red boots are. If they don't fit they're garbage. Either make sure the ZGTP fits you or work with a competent bootfitter to ensure they fit.

I have a generic Azn foot; ie no arch; a big tumour on the met and a splayed out forefoot meaning I need to somehow get 110mm of forefoot into a 99mm (26.5 size). As another fitting data-point I am a size 27.5 Dynafit Vulcan (even in the tiny volume TLT5) and a size 27.5 for all Scarpas. I am a size 26.5 in Dalbello, Atomic, Tecnica and Salomon. Despite the rather alarmingly large delta between my wide feet and the narrow-ish ZGTP I was able to get a comfortable, nice performance fit with aggressive forefoot punches and liner cooks.

Removeable bootboard is rare for a boot of this weight - it helps a lot with custom bootwork

Here are some very general fit impressions. I would characteriz the ZGTP as having a narrow toe-box; a medium instep and a tight heel pocket. The ZGTP's instep is medium volume. For those that may have tried these on in a store and found the instep height overly high, just make sure you're trying them on with a footbed. The ZGTP has true anatomical shaping but since the shell is punchable and holds a punch well one should expect pressure points in-store. You may well need boot-work and/or a liner cook for the ZGTP to achieve a performance and touring fit (depending on individual preference).

I usually prefer to address boot fit comparisons in questions but because the three boots I've found to be the market leaders are still fresh in the mind here are some impressions. In terms of narrowness of toe-box I would characterize in order of most narrow to most wide - ZGTP, Hawx XTD, Lupo AX120, Vulcan. In terms of heelhold, from least to most volume - ZGTP/Hawx XTD, Lupo AX120/ Vulcan. However if you have questions about specific boots ask away.

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Uphill and Touring performance

The ZGTP tours wonderfully well. It's light. It's got superb ROM (55° range of motion breaks down to 45° to the front and 10° to the back). In my experience rearward mobility helps in flat approaches when there's a bit of kick-and-glide while forward mobility aids in going uphill to allow you ot lengthen your stride.

For a boot in this category, touring is remarkable. I found performance to be best and the stride to be the least hampered when slackening buckles off all the way and loosening the powerstrap. Conversely ROM is reduced when buckles and powerstrap were in ski mode then simply loosened without being slacked iff all the way). This does mean that transitions are additionally complicated by requiring the extra process of slackening buckles if one is to benefit from a free ROM.

There's not much fiddle-factor with transitions. I set and forget the powerstrap and the lowest forefoot buckle. The second and third buckles can be left unbuckled if your trek uphill is all uphill without impairing stride but if there's flat sections you'll want to loosen off those buckles. All in all - there's very little faffing around involved for transitions.

Breaking trail in the Pemberton area

The ZGTP skis very well. I'd have been shocked if there was any other outcome. It's stiff; has a wonderful flex curve (no abrupt stops as the skier gets moved around) and is balanced and supportive both fore-aft and laterally. For those who are very aggressive or old-school or both, the ZGTP's forward lean is "only" 13 degrees. Use a spoiler or shim under the bootboard to get more forward boot lean angles.

I'm going to have to break a cardinal rule of not comparing boots in reviews and talk about just how well the ZGTP performs in the context of other boots I mentioned in this review (the Dynafit Vulcan, Dalbello Lupo AX120 and Atomic HawX Ultra XTD 130)

After about 20 days in the ZGTP I skied my Vulcans, the Lupo then the HawX. Keep in mind that my old Vulcans are clapped out (therefore have lots of play) and were skied without tongue. On this day I skied Prior Overlords (115mm underfoot) in inbounds powder which then became chopped up snow. My conclusion is that the ZGTP skis better than my tongueless Vulcan in terms of being stiffer and having better quality of "ski feel". The ZGTP is softer (not by much) then the HawX and comparable in stiffness to the Lupo. Compared to the Lupo it has better feel in that the Lupo feels very linear in its travel but my preference is for a progressive feel in how a boot ramps up.

ZGTP inbounds

This impression is particularly evident on the Blackcomb Glacier which is a wide open 30 to 30 degree snow field where you can let skis run. The glacier has tons of traverse tracks which you hit on the fallline. Particular on the Vulcan I have to ski light on my feet and stay centred using vertical unweighting to fallline the traverse hits. This is where the Vulcan's tendency to hit a brick wall on fore-aft hits is most evident as you get bucked around otherwise. Skiing the ZGTP and HawX I can charge and drive the ski tips and get aggressive with the chopped up variable snow and traverse hits.

It's difficult to express downhill performance in quantitative terms so more on the skiing aspects follows in a stream of consciousness. A good test was in chopped up 10cms of fresh snow on 20cms of previous storm snow. I had the Hawx XTD on Prior Overlords 188 (RIP Chris Prior) mounted with Dynafit Beast 16s and pointed downslope through some traverse lines and then into Blackcomb Glacier. Trying to stay centred on the skis and letting the boots do their thing I was jostled around but could maintain fore/aft stability. When I had to turn I could get low and lean laterally into the Hawx XTD and let them do their thing; again maintaining stability but this time on the sideways plane.

Where all these boots perform well is with respect to lateral stability where they reward the more modern style of driving skis on their natural arc as opposed to driving from the tips. However, we are not all Hoji and sometimes get bucked around on imperfect snow so may require that fore/aft support crutch and that's where boots like the ZGTP which offer fore-aft stiffnes as well as progressive control really shine.

Do you know how hard it is to take a picture of a ski boot when skiing in powder snow? Joffre Lakes area

About The Author

stash member Lee Lau

Professional Recreationalist. I ski mainly in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia in the Whistler/Pemberton area. I often travel to the Selkirks, the Monashees and to other touring destinations. http://instagram.com/sharon_and_lee

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The Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro could easily be overlooked due to its typical ski-boot-like appearance. It sports a four-buckle overlap design, rockered Vibram rubber sole, and ski/walk mechanism on the spine. Just a checklist beef boot with nothing to see here, right?

Wrong! The Tour Pro is elegantly simple and refined to such a degree that this boot will become the elusive one-boot quiver for many aggressive backcountry skiers. Four supportive buckles, one Light Lock Power Strap, and a Double Blocking ski/walk latch provide a true 130 flex. A 55-degree range of motion and relatively free cuff movement give it walkability to rival lighter boots. Tecnica also managed to get the weight of the Zero G Tour Pro so low that we don’t know whether to categorize this as a Beef Boot or a Touring Boot.

Tecnica didn’t set out to change the touring game with gimmickry, but the Zero G Tour Pro has been masterfully refined to a higher level.

Extra-light magnesium buckles keep it locked down without weight penalty.
Grilamid shell with a carbon cuff delivers uncompromising ski performance.
Double Blocking ski/walk latch means no play in your mech.
Vibram sole offers secure footing when boot packing and scrambling.
Dynafit-certified inserts provide confident tech-binding operation.

Update 2020/21: Zero G Pro Tour boot received a color change with the same great design in an eye-catching black and red shell.

Update 2022/23: Along with a graphics update and a cam lock on the power strap, the liner has been upgraded with better ankle articulation and denser CAS material in the heel which offers improved hold for longer. This added 42 grams to the final product which was previously 1374g.

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Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro 2019 – 2020 Boot | Review

Tecnica have edged closer to the dream boot with a smooth flex at an extremely low weight.

Flex: 130 Last: 99 Cuff Range: 55˚ Forward Lean: 12 or 13˚ BSL: 315 mm (27.0) Binding Compatibility: All touring bindings Weight (per boot): 1320 Price: £680

Website: tecnicasports.com

Why we chose the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro: 130 flex at 1320 grams – why wouldn’t we?

Now there’s A LOT of bad stuff going on in this world right; from world peace (or lack of), to climate change – it’s easy to get yourself down just thinking about it all. The good folk over at Tecnica though have gone and built their Zero G Tour Pro boot, with a stated flex of 130, a weight of 1,300, and a range motion of 55˚. If that doesn’t cheer you up, we don’t know what will.

OK, maybe the above paragraph might be overdoing it somewhat but, in all seriousness, to reach a similar flex as boots like the Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130 , Head Kore 1 , and Dynafit Hoji Free whilst shaving around 250g from these boots is a pretty impressive feat to achieve.

“A stated flex of 130, a weight of 1,300, and a range motion of 55˚”

When it comes to the Zero G Tour pro then, how on earth have Tecnica got a boot in this weight category to a claimed 130 flex?

First thing that usually gets the nip / tuck treatment from ski brands is the liner, and the same can certainly be said for the Zero G Pro Tour. Previous iterations of the Zero G made use of an aftermarket Palau liner. With the 2019 – 2020 Zero G Tour Pro, Tecnica have brought liner production in-house; allowing them to shave weight from the liner, whilst ensuring that it conforms exactly to the boot shell.

Next up is the buckle system, Tecnica have made use of some extremely lightweight cable-style buckles that latch onto each rung to tighten the cuff shut. However, many may find that there’s a little more faff involved in getting these cables locked down – compared to a rigid bar system.

Similar to the Ski/Walk 2.0 system found on the Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD, the lever of the Zero G Pro flips down to lock into a bar fixed just above the heel. But rather than just a single locking point at the bottom of the lever, the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro also locks off in the middle of the lever – giving a claimed reduction in shell deformation when skiing and increase in range of motion whilst ski touring.

So what does all this tech equate to? Well, that would be a seriously impressive touring boot that’s able to drive a fat pair of planks through a huge variety of conditions. We’d put the flex of this boot closer to that of the 120 flex found on the Salomon S/Lab MTN , but with a smooth linear flex pattern that doesn’t feel like it’s going to snap your legs off once you push into it – it gives a lovely rebound as your push into the cuffs.

“It’s certainly going to be a boot to consider if you’re looking at that 1400 – 1540 gram boot category

The weight and flex of this boot has quite rightly, been talked about a lot in this review as it’s a pretty astonishing blend to reach in the touring boot world. It’s certainly going to be a boot to consider if you’re looking at that 1400 – 1540 gram boot category as it performs just as well as many of the boots in this category, whilst shedding 250 grams.

If you’ve been looking at either the Salomon S/Lab X-Alp , or the Atomic Backland Carbon , but wished they came with just that bit more boot to drive some of your fatter planks in poor conditions, then the Zero G Pro could be one to check out as long as you’re happy to sacrifice a little in the walk mode and weight departments.

You can also expect a little more faff with the four cable buckles in order to adjust them at each transition. Some may also prefer the increase in weight with say, the Dynafit Hoji Free, due to the reduction in faff and more comfortable liner, so get your feet in these boots and see how they suit you and your needs. If they do strike the right balance for you, then you’re going to be in for a treat.

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Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro Review

This is my review of Tecnica Zero G . In my opinion, it is a varied boot that skiers of all levels will be able to appreciate. It has excellent downhill capabilities as well as the mobility and power needed for any backcountry excursion. They are a true lightweight workhorse that will last for years.

Keep reading to learn more about the pros and cons of this boot, who it is best for, and other similar alternatives to consider.

Quick Summary

Why trust me, a perfect weight, excellent performance, comfort and warmth, easy to use, price and value, what i like, what i dislike, the alternatives, final verdict.

Where to buy: Amazon
Best for: Backcountry skiers looking for a lightweight boot with excellent downhill performance.
Pros: This tried and true design hits every mark. It’s light, rides well downhill, and provides excellent power and control. It also has the strength and long-lasting durability to hold up through months or even years in rough environments.
Cons: These boots don’t quite have the insulation you would expect out of a touring option. They also can be a bit tricky to get in and out of, and definitely could be better when trekking uphill.
Alternatives: Scarpa Maestrale RS , Dynafit Hoji , Dalbello Lupo Air

Are these boots easy to use?

The Tecnica Zero G Tour is a relatively intuitive boot. Skiers at every level should be able to get the hang of the fit and buckling system right away.

Are these boots comfortable?

The Zero G Tour Boots have a snug fit, but offer ankle flexibility. However, they aren’t great for extremely cold temperatures.

How heavy are these?

These boots are incredibly lightweight. They come in at six pounds, which makes them great for speeding downhill and exploring the backcountry.

I’ve been hitting the slopes since I was a kid. I enjoy getting out in the snow and have hands-on experience with a wide range of different skiing items. I have spent ample time researching these boots and know a few skiers who have spent a lot of time with them.

Detailed Review of Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro

The Tecnica Zero G Tour is a strong, well-made boot that’s more than useful for downhill skiers. That makes it a touring boot that does a little bit of everything. While it could be better on the uphill climb and insulation, it has a great weight, a smooth performance, and excellent support. The price is also reasonable, which is nice to have for skiers who care about their budget.

Clocking in at six pounds, the Zero G Tour is lightweight and has incredible downhill performance no matter where you like to ski. That alone makes these boots more than worth the cost in my book. The reason these work so well is the slim design that allows the company to pack a wide range of features into a more standard shell. Of course, there are lighter options out there, but it’s hard to find one that’s so reliable.

If you get a lighter shoe, you’ll likely get worse downhill performance and lose some points in control. You can also go heavier, but there’s no guarantee that will add weight to your setup. At six pounds, you get something you can easily take with you into the backcountry without worrying about fatigue. That’s something I always appreciate.

When heading through the backcountry, you’re going to be moving around a lot. That’s why a good boot is so important. The Zero G Tour delivers off-piste because of its lightweight build and strong ankle mobility. These give you plenty of space around the shins, which I appreciate in terms of increasing overall range of motion.

That allows you to speed downhill easily and also get uphill. Though these boots can’t quite match the same uphill mobility seen in other touring shoes, they still give you enough movement where it counts. Their increased stability is another reason they have what it takes to hold up in the backcountry.

In terms of fit, these shoes will be good or bad, depending on the skier. This will always shift from person to person, but I found that most people didn’t have a problem with the way they went on. Just be careful about your size and don’t be afraid to go up a size if needed.

As the Zero G Tour is a lightweight boot, it’s not going to give you a ton of insulation. That’s a bit odd considering they are for the backcountry, where you tend to be more exposed to the elements. This shouldn’t be a deal-breaker for people who ski in warmer or non-freezing conditions, but know that you’re likely going to need warmers if you want to truly venture into harsh environments.

Something I value about these boots is how simple they are to operate. They have a power strap and four buckles that skiers of all levels should be able to use. In addition, the external ski/walk mode is intuitive. It’s easy to lock in and will stay closed throughout the ride. However, as you would expect from an overlap boot, they aren’t easy to put on and take off.

You also don’t get a lot of extra features with these boots. Though some people will see that as a downside, I’ve always been a fan of a more minimalistic approach. Being able to use these without worrying about a lot of extra (and often useless) traits means everything is much more streamlined.

This boot will run you quite a bit of money. Even so, that’s pretty in line with what you would expect out of a high-end model with this type of power, strength, and control. With that in mind, this is a good value item if you need a solid downhill or lightweight boot. It has a lot to offer and will give you a lot of seasons before wearing down.

In my opinion, the best aspect of these boots is their performance. As far as touring options go, it’s hard to get better downhill results. They offer a lot of power and control, all while staying incredibly stable and secure no matter how hard or fast you like to push.

The long-term durability is great as well. It always helps to get a well-made product, and that goes double for something you plan to take off-piste. I am also a big fan of the lightweight construction. At six pounds, these feel absolutely perfect for your touring needs no matter if you want to go on a quick trip or all day journey.

There’s no doubt that the Zero G Tour is an incredible boot. However, it’s not quite perfect. First, they could be much easier to put on and take off. Taking extra time with your footwear is never going to be a full deal breaker, but it’s something to take note of when making your final decision.

The one black mark on these is the insulation. They run cold, and that can be a pretty substantial issue for skiers who already get chilly feet. While the protection is fine for warm runs or hotter areas, if you ski in frigid conditions, you’re going to want a warmer or similar product to help pick up the slack.

The Tecnica Zero G is a great boot for the backcountry, but there are a few other capable options for skiers who like to travel out of bounds. If you’re looking for a similar design with different traits, check out these models:

Scarpa Maestrale RS – If you want a versatile, well-balanced boot, the Maestrale RS should do the job. It has similar durability to the Zero G, and comes at a similar price point. The ski/walk option isn’t too strong, but the wide/high volume fit is one of the best around. The shell is comfortable as well.
Dynafit Hoji – The Hoji is a great touring boot that’s both lightweight and has incredible downhill performance. Though it is undoubtedly complicated when compared to the competition, especially the Zero G, the extra features make it perfect for skiers who want a few extra characteristics.
Dalbello Lupo Air – This model uses a blend of grilamid and polyamide composite carbon to create a lightweight boot that cuts down on weight without losing any performance. It’s easy to switch modes and works extremely well for touring. A good value boot that will give you reliable results with each run.

Though I rarely say it, there’s almost nothing to truly dislike about the Zero G Tour . The look is great, the downhill performance is as good as any other touring boot, and the weight is absolutely perfect. They hold up in just about any condition and give you more than you could ever want in terms of long-term durability. The price is reasonable as well.

Sure, you won’t get the insulation you may need for rough environments, but it should still hold up enough for most non-extreme trips. The boots are able to handle both on and off-piste environments with ease, and are easy to climb with. Even using them is a breeze. If you do a lot of touring, they are absolutely worth consideration.

Product details : Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro Ski Touring Boots Orange / Black Men

Coming in at just 1,320g with a 55-degree range of motion and a four-buckle, overlapping shell design, the 130-flex Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro is a true lightweight touring boot that is as efficient as it is powerful.

A grilamid shell and co-injected carbon fiber cuff provide for second-to-none downhill performance in a touring boot, all while keeping the weight down so you can go as far and send as hard as you want.

Minimal resistance for the up and confident turns on the down, Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro is the chosen boot by some of the world’s most accomplished ski mountaineers. All of sudden, the mountains on the horizon don’t seem so far away. Features: • C.A.S.: Shell • Shell: Grilamid • Cuff: Carbon Fiber, co-injected • Footprint: ISO 9523 with low tech VIBRAM full rubber • Mobility Cuff: Self Adjusting System with Double Blocking • Liner: Ultralight-Light Fit with laces • Buckles: 4 Light Magnesium • Ratchets: With Hiking Position Hook • Powerstrap: Light Lock Powerstrap • Forward Lean Adjustment: 12-13°

C.A.S. SHELL The C.A.S. Shell has an anatomical shape that matches the shape of the foot. This allows for a better out-of-the box initial fit. The dimples on the shell offer less surface tension and facilitate heating, making customizing the shell easier. The shell retains the new shape better and longer. • Anatomic and precise shape • Easier and faster thermo-forming • Easy customization

C.A.S. LIGHT LINER The Zero G Peak liners are anatomically pre-shaped to deliver the best fit out of the box. The dual-density, C.A.S. microcellular material around the heel area is positioned to deliver great heel retention. If required, C.A.S. material can be grinded and thermo-molded for further personalization. The new flex structure on the back of the liner guarantees even easier hiking. In addition, it features Recco reflector technology for additional safety. Finally, the waterproof, breathable membrane keeps feet warm and dry all day long.

DOUBLE BLOCKING MECHANISM A new Mobility Cuff System offers a Double blocking system that increases performance, stability and safety

POWER LOCK STRAP The Power Lock strap provides perfect control and more precise power transmission. The hook eliminates the need to open the strap completely, saving you time.

QUICK INSTEP Utilizes softer plastic over the instep area that allows the shell to open easier as you are entering or exiting the boot.

SPOILER WITH FORWARD LEAN ADJUSTMENT Whether it’s touring or high-performance skiing, with the wedge spoiler you can adjust the forward lean to get your boot just the way you want it. The Zero G Peak is delivered with a 13° forward-lean set-up, and the spoiler adds another +2° of forward lean. The ramp angle is 3.5°.

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City Street Guides by f.d. walker: A Street Photography Guide to Moscow, Russia

*A series of guides on shooting Street Photography in cities around the world. Find the best spots to shoot, things to capture, street walks, street tips, safety concerns, and more for cities around the world. I have personally researched, explored and shot Street Photography in every city that I create a guide for. So you can be ready to capture the streets as soon as you step outside with your camera!

At over 12 million people, Moscow is the largest city in Russia and second largest in Europe by population ( Istanbul is #1). An urban, cosmopolitan metropolis with more than enough glitz and glam to cater to the elite, but without losing its fair share of Soviet era roughness around the edges. It can be fast paced, brash, busy, and trendy like other big cities, but it has its blend of West meets Russia atmosphere and beauty that provides plenty of unique interest. The Red Square is as famous as it gets, but there’s so much more to this city, including the most beautiful subway system you’ve ever seen. It would take years to capture all of Moscow, but that means you have an endless amount of areas to discover.

So here’s a Street Photography guide so you can be ready to capture all that Moscow has to offer before you even arrive!

Patriarch’s Pond
Old Arbat Street
Maroseyka Street
Tverskoy Boulevard

Top 5 Street Spots:

1. red square.

The Red Square is the most famous square in not just Russia, but all of Eastern Europe. The name actually doesn’t come from the color of the bricks or communism, but from the name in Russian, Krásnaya, once meaning “beautiful” before its meaning changed to “red.” This large plaza is what you see on the cover of guide books and magazines for Moscow, with St. Basil’s Cathedral being the center piece next to Lenin’s Mausoleum surrounded by the Kremlin Wall. Of course, the Red Square attracts hordes of tourist due to the main attractions, but all that activity around an interesting atmosphere does provide street photo opportunities. It’s also the central square connecting to the city’s major streets, providing a good starting point to explore outward.

You’ll also find the popular pedestrian only Nikolskaya Street connecting the Red Square to Lubyanka Square. This line of expensive shops includes plenty of activity, while also leading you to another popular square. Filled with history rivaling any city, the Red Square and surrounding areas are the heart and soul of Russia.

2. Patriarch’s Ponds

Patriarch’s Ponds is one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Moscow. Despite the name being plural, there’s only one large pond, but it’s worth a visit with your camera. It’s a popular spot for locals and expats to come relax or take a stroll around the pond. You get an interesting mix of young and old too, from young love to “babushkas” feeding pigeons. It’s a very peaceful park atmosphere in one of the nicer areas within the city center, while bringing enough activity for street photography.

The pond is shallow and in the winter becomes a popular spot for ice-skating too. The area is also well-known for the location in the famous Russian novel, The Master and Margarita.

3. Old Arbat (Stary Arbat)

Old Arbat is the most famous pedestrian street in Moscow, and dating back to the 15th century, also one of its oldest. Originally, it was an area of trade, but soon became the most prestigious residential area in Moscow. During the 18th century, Arbat started attracting the city’s scholars and artists, including Alexander Pushkin. Cafes lined the streets and impressive homes filled the neighborhood. Since then, New Arbat street was created as a highway in the area, while Old Arbat was paved for a 1km pedestrian only walkway.

Due to the historic buildings, famous artists that lived here, and the bohemian atmosphere, Old Arbat has become a big attraction for tourists today. Now, there’s a mix of cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, street performers, street merchants and other attractions for visitors, and some locals, to come enjoy. It can get really busy here and there’s usually something interesting going on so it’s a good street to come walk with your camera for guaranteed life.

4. Gorky Park

One of the most famous places in Moscow is Gorky Park. The official name is Maxim Gorky’s Central Park of Culture & Leisure, which gives you an idea of what goes on here. When built, it was the first of its kind in the Soviet Union. Divided into two parts, it stretches along Moscow River. One end contains fair rides, foods stands, tennis courts, a sports club, a lake for boat rides, and more. This end brings more active life due to its number of attractions, while the other end is more relaxed, where you’ll find gardens, trees, older buildings, and an outdoor amphitheater.

Gorky Park attracts mostly locals so it’s a good spot to capture the non-tourist side of Moscow life. Muscovites come here to escape the city and unwind in a picturesque setting. The park remains alive outside of the warmer months too, especially when the lake turns into the city’s largest outdoor skating rink. I’d recommend taking the metro out here to spend at least half a day exploring the massive park’s life with your camera.

5. Maroseyka Street

Maroseyka Street is a popular area not too far from the Red Square. The long, winding street turns into Pokrovka and is lined with restaurants, cafes, bars and places to stay. It’s actually where I like to stay when I’m in Moscow due to its location and solid street photography opportunities itself. You have Kitay-gorod station near and if you keep walking southwest, you’ll get to the Red Square. But if you walk northwest, as it changes to Pokrovka, you can find a long street of activity for photography with its own interesting atmosphere.

6. Tverskoy Boulevard

Tverskoy Boulevard is the oldest and longest boulevard in Moscow, beginning at the end of Nikitsky Boulevard, and finishing at Pushkin Square, a spot to come for activity itself. The boulevard is made up of two avenues, with pedestrian walkways in-between. You’ll find grass, shrubbery, trees, benches and more walking it’s almost kilometer length. Many people come here to enjoy some relaxation, walk their dog, or just to use it to walk wherever they’re going. Its center location also provides a nice place to walk with your camera near plenty of other spots you’ll want to check out anyway.

Sample Street Walk:

For a full day of Street Photography, covering some of the best spots, you can follow this sample street walk for Moscow:

Start your morning walking around the Red Square (1), while exploring the surrounding area, including Nikolskaya Street
Then walk northwest to Patriarch’s Ponds (2) and slowly walk the pond and surrounding area with your camera
Next, walk east to the Pushkin Monument and stroll down Tverskoy Boulevard (6)
Once Tverskoy Boulevard (6) ends, it will turn into Nikitsky Boulevard. Follow this down until you get to the start of Old Arbat Street (3), across from Arbatskaya station
After you’re done walking down Old Arbat Street (3) for more street photography, spend some time checking out Moscow’s beautiful metro stations
To finish off the day with more street photography, get off the metro near Red Square (1) again, Maroseyka Street (5) or wherever you’re staying for the night.

3 Things I’ll Remember about Shooting in Moscow:

1. museum metro.

The Moscow metro system was the first underground railway system in the Soviet Union and today includes 203 stations across 340km of routes. The elaborate system has some of the deepest stations in the world too, with escalators that seem to go on forever. None of this is what makes it so special, though. Many of its stations feel like stepping inside a museum, making it without a doubt the most interesting and beautiful metro system I’ve been in.

When built, Stalin wanted to make the metro stations “palaces for the people” with marble, chandeliers, and grand architecture. The best part is the variety of architecture and styles used, making many of the stations a completely different experience visually. You could easily spend a whole day traveling the stations and there are even tours available for people who wish to do just that. My advice, though, would be just to buy a ticket and hop on and off at different stations, while exploring different lines. The museum-like surrounding mixed with the crowds of characters can make for a great photography experience.

Since there are so many stations, here are some of my favorites to check out:

Novoslobodskaya
Mayakovskaya
Elektrozavodskaya
Komsomolskaya
Ploschad Revolyutsii
Dostoyevskaya
Prospekt Mira

2. Moscow is Big

It’s no secret that Moscow is a big city, but it can feel even bigger with how spread out much of it is. This is especially true if you compare it to cities outside of Asia. If I compared it to cities in Europe, I’d probably say only Istanbul would warrant more time to really discover the depths of this city. Most only explore around the Red Square and surrounding area, but that is such a small part of the city. Although, that central area does give you plenty to see on its own.

Fortunately, I had a good friend living in the city to show me around, but it opened up my eyes even more to how much there is to discover in Moscow. It’s a big city with a variety of atmosphere that can take you from “east” to “west” and trendy to rugged depending on where you go. I’d imagine you’d have to live here a while to really know the city.

3. Cosmopolitan Mix of East meets West

Modern skyscrapers mixed with amazing architecture, a world-class metro system with museum-like beauty, trendy fashion and chic clubs, Moscow is a rich mix of Russian culture and history in a more western cosmopolitan package. There is a push to keep the Russian culture, while also pushing forward with a modern metropolis the whole world will envy. This comes with an impressive skyline, that continues to grow, and endless modernities, but with soviet nostalgia and atmosphere mixed in for good measure.

Mixed in with this grand western cosmopolitan atmosphere, is a strong national pride in Russia. This includes their famous leader, Vladimir Putin. Maybe no other place will you see a country’s leader more often. All over, from the pricey tourist shops to the underground walkway stalls, you’ll find goods with Putin’s likeness covering them. From t-shirts to magnets to Matryoshka dolls. There’s a strong national pride that can be seen around the city, which also extends to their leader. Moscow is many things. It’s East meets West, modernizations meets Soviet era, and a whole lot more.

What To Do For a Street Photography Break?:

Eat at a stolovaya.

Stolovayas are Russian cafeterias that became popular in the Soviet days. You grab a tray and walk down the line of freshly prepared local dishes, and select whatever you want from the chefs. They’re usually inexpensive and a much better value than restaurants, while giving you the opportunity to try from a wide selection of everyday Russian food. They’re also very tasty. I always include some borsch on my tray and go from there. The places themselves are all over Moscow and usually come with Soviet-era aesthetics to complete the experience.

Street Safety Score: 7

*As always, no place is completely safe! So when I talk about safety, I’m speaking in general comparison to other places. Always take precaution, be smart, observe your surroundings and trust your instincts anywhere you go!

Being the 2nd largest city in Europe with over 12 million people, you’re going to have your dangerous areas, but for the most part, it feels safe walking around. Russia is statistically higher in crime compared to most of Europe, but this generally doesn’t apply to tourists and visitors. Around the Red Square and surrounding city center, you should feel completely safe walking around. Pick pocketing can happen, but no more than other touristic places. I always explore Moscow freely without coming across too much to worry about. It’s a spread out city, though, so of course it matters where you are. Just use basic street smarts, know where you are and Moscow shouldn’t give you a problem.

People’s Reaction Score: 7

Moscow is fast paced, big city life, which usually means people aren’t too concerned with you, or your camera. I don’t find people notice or pay much attention to me when I’m out taking photos in Moscow. For the most part, people just go about their day. You shouldn’t get too many looks or concern. But it can depend on the area you are in. The more you stick out, the more you might get noticed with suspicions. I’ve never had any problems in Moscow, or Russia, but just be careful who you’re taking a photo of if you get out of the city center. Other than that, it’s about average for reactions.

Street Tips:

Learn the alphabet .

Much of Moscow, including the metro system, doesn’t use english. The Russian alphabet uses letters from the Cyrillic script, which if you aren’t familiar with it and don’t know the sounds, can be hard to decipher the words. This is most important for street names and metro stops when trying to get around. It can save confusion and make it easier getting around if you learn the basic alphabet. At the very least then, you can sound out the words to see which are similar in the english conversion, which can help matching them to maps. When out shooting street photography, getting around is as important as anything. So save yourself some time and frustration by learning the Russian Alphabet.

Use the metro

While Saint-Petersburg feels very walkable for a city its size, Moscow can feel very spread out, even for its bigger size. Outside of the Red Square area, you can have plenty of walking before getting anywhere very interesting, so you’ll need to take the metro a lot if you really want to explore the city. Maps are deceiving here too, it will always be further than it looks.

Another reason it’s less walkable than Saint-Petersburg is its completely different set-up. Moscow’s streets are mostly contstructed in rings with narrow, winding streets in-between. This is common with medieval city cities that used to be confined by walls, but you usually don’t have it in a city this massive. Saint-Petersburg has a more grid-like pattern that also uses the canals to help you know your way around. When it comes to navigating on foot in Moscow, it can be more difficult, so bring a map and take the metro when needed. It’s why Moscow’s metro carries more passengers per day than the London and Paris subways combined.

Explore other areas if you have time

Moscow is really big. While most people stay around the Red Square within the Boulevard Ring, there’s so much more to the city. I covered some other spots outside of this circle, but if you really want to see the city, you’ll need time. If you do have time, some other areas I’d check out first are Zamoskvarechye, along some of the south and western Moscow.

Inspiration:

For some more inspiration, you can look through the Street Photography of Moscow photographer Artem Zhitenev and check out 33 of my photos taken in Moscow .

Conclusion:

Moscow’s name brings a certain mystique, but once you’re there it might bring a different atmosphere than you expect. It’s big and sprawling, but beautiful in many ways. It can feel like a European capital on a grand scale, but you can definitely find its Russian side in there.

The urban sprawl of Moscow can be intimidating, but give it enough time and you’ll be rewarded with plenty to discover. All with the world’s best metro system to take you around.

I hope this guide can help you start to experience some of what Moscow contains. So grab your camera and capture all that Moscow has to offer for Street Photography!

If you still have any questions about shooting in Moscow, feel free to comment below or email me!

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This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing.

Weekend in Moscow

This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.

Group Tour Moscow Break by Intourist

Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.

Kolomenskoye Tour with transport

The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was...

Tours by car

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Armory Tour

The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury...

Walking tours

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals, Armory, Diamond Fund Tour

Old Arbat walking tour

You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the...

Tour to Sergiev Posad with transport

Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra)...

Tour to Kuskovo with transport

The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history...

Tour to Tsaritsyno with transport

The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic...

Moscow Metro and Old Arbat Tour

The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)

Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone...

Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's...

Spasskaya Tower,Moscow Kremlin, Russia, image from Shutterstock

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Diamond Fund Tour

Portrait of Leo Tolstoy by Ilya Repin (1887)

The State Museum of Lev Tolstoy Tour

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy...

Novodevichy convent, Moscow, Russia, image from Shutterstock

Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure...

St. Basil's Cathedral, Moscow, Russia, image from Shutterstock

City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will...

City Tour of Moscow

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous...

Moscow Metro walking tour

The Kremlin, Moscow, Russia, image from Shutterstock

Kremlin, Red Square and Cathedrals Tour

KGB Tour with transport

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...

Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...

Tretyakov State Gallery Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...

Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion only)

Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

Tours to Moscow

Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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Walking Tour: Central Moscow from the Arbat to the Kremlin
This tour of Moscow's center takes you from one of Moscow's oldest streets to its newest park through both real and fictional history, hitting the Kremlin, some illustrious shopping centers, architectural curiosities, and some of the city's finest snacks. Start on the Arbat, Moscow's mile-long pedestrianized shopping and eating artery ...
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This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing. $ 941 From/Per person. Details.
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Thanks to Constantin Preobrazhensky (Moscow) for supplying info about the web site and the Stones show in Russia. Also thanks to Leonid Ulitsky, Italy, for info. Ticket information: +7-095-2349595 (for the orders) +7-095-2531033, +7-095-2531043 (for info) Email: [email protected] For more news see IORR 33 mailed out in May, 1998!