Scarpa F1 XT Ski Boots - Men'sby Scarpa

Product Info

The F1 XT is an ultralight ski boot designed for expert ski mountaineers who prioritize efficiency and a streamlined profile for touring with lightweight gear. Its GRILAMID® FIBER GLASS shell, featuring a full-length Lambda Frame, ensures comfort, progressive flex, and torsional rigidity. The Carbon Grilamid® LFT cuff and Cam Buckle Power Strap work together to improve power transmission and downhill performance. The new Overlap Shield Tech gaiter allows for easy entry and provides enhanced protection from the elements. A lower buckle, combined with the Wave Lite Closure system, creates a secure, uniform fit over the entire instep, eliminating pressure points. The F1 XT delivers an ultimate blend of touring efficiency and downhill performance in a lightweight package.

Type of Terrain: Backcountry

We recommend this for:

Skiers looking for a reliable, time and tested touring boots that won’t let you down. It’s designed for longer treks with more miles, ambitious routes and technical mountaineering decents. 

Technical Features

Flex Rating

Ability Level

Speed Lock LT

Simple and secure, with 3 forward lean positions, the Speed Lock LT ski-walk mechanism is strong and reliable on the downhill and fast on the transitions

Wave Lite Closure System

Wave Lite is a secure closure system that evenly disperse closing-force across the instep to avoid any pressure points. The self-equalizing steel cable and instep panel means the closure can accommodate a wide spectrum of foot types. The cuff features a micro-adjustable buckle with a 5-tooth rack for high adjustability, and an extra hook to hold the wire in place while touring

Carbon Grilamid®

Delivers incredible power to weight ratio. This special polyamide offers a good compromise between stiffness and rebound; allowing a gradual transmission of the impulses from the boot to the ski during the ski phase.

3D Lambda Frame

Significantly increased strength, durability and torsional rigidity with minimal added weight. Improves responsiveness and overall performance.

Vibram® Outsole

Vibram® is the world leader in high performance rubber soles and compounds, targeted to the outdoor, work, recreation, fashion, repair and orthopedic markets.

Fast Buckle Closure

One buckle and a wide hook and loop strap that guarantees a rapid and precise closure. Flip the FBC open and Speed Lock LT up and you are ready to tour.

Additional Details

Fitting Your Boots

To properly assess the fit of any boot you must lace or buckle it completely. The boot will feel small until you do this because your toes will be pushed to the front until laced or buckled. Also, keep in mind all boot liners stretch out and get bigger. 

– First, lace or buckle the boot loosely. Next, flex into the boot to drive your heel into the heel pocket. Doing this makes room for your toes. Lastly, finish lacing or buckling the boot in a flexed position.

– Be sure to wear the boots for at least 10 minutes fully laced or buckled before making a determination. Remember these boots are not made for walking, keep your knees slightly bent and flexed forward into riding position. When doing this your heels should be pushed into the back of the boot and your toes should be comfortable. 

– You should wear the thinnest sock you are comfortable with. Blood flow is the number one thing that keeps your feet warm. Adding more material around your feet with thicker socks increases the chances of reducing blood flow.

– To help your foot sit properly in your boot, you may consider an aftermarket footbed like Superfeet® or Sidas®. A footbed with arch support, not just cushion, helps align your foot in the shell and alleviates pressure points. Footbeds should be sized to your arch height and length, not your shoe size. 

– Spend some time choosing your boots, they are the most important piece of your gear!