Salomon Shift Alpha BOA 130 UI Ski Boot 2026

Designed to help you master any uphill and conquer every downhill, Salomon's Shift Alpha BOA® 130 are true freeride boots with alpine capabilities. The FreeSpine connects the cuff and shell for more power and control, while the Exobelt™ and BOA® Fit System deliver micro-adjustable, precision fit engineered to perform in the toughest conditions.

• Weight per unit: 3.9 kgs
• Width: Narrow
• Compatibility Norm: Gripwalk - Adult
• Level of Practice: Advanced
• Stiffness: Hard
• Flex Value: 130

Features & Fabrics

Boot Shell

• Custom Shell™ HD – Heat-moldable shell that lets bootfitters personalize the lower shell (or shell + cuff) in just 10 minutes, keeping the foot close to the shell for better precision.

• Exobelt – Textile/plastic fastener combined with the BOA® Fit System for strong heel hold, blister prevention on ascents, and precise power transmission on descents.

• Polyurethane – Consistent-density material providing reliable wrapping, progressivity, and power transfer.

• Integrated tech inserts – Built-in low-tech inserts compatible with touring bindings for dependable uphill performance and direct power transmission.

Cuff

• PowerWedge – Insert in the FreeSpine that increases range of motion when unlocked and boosts power transmission when locked.

• Twinlock mechanism – Redesigned Ski/Walk and FreeSpine system offering wide range of motion, progressive flex, and improved durability thanks to a horizontal closure.

• Polyolefin – Durable material offering lightness and stability.

• Freespine – Reinforced spine connecting cuff and shell to enhance alpine progressivity and freeride comfort.

Extra Services

• Full service construction – Screwable buckles, toothplate, strap, and oversized pivot allow easy disassembly for customization and bootfitting work.

Insole

• Sensitive 2 footbed – Pre-shaped, supportive footbed with rigid heel insert and performance foams for precise steering and stability.

Liner

• My Custom Fit™ Freeride 4D Race – Pre-shaped liner delivering strong foothold. Includes elastic toe box, external Talyn® reinforcement, and customizable tongue for a refined freeride fit.

Liner Construction

• Custom tongue – Fully removable and customizable, allowing adjustment of instep height with addable/removable materials (±8mm).

Walk Function

• Lace loops – Enable optional lacing for enhanced fit in walk mode.

Pads

• Gripwalk-ready ISO 23223 – Comes with alpine soles installed; easily switchable to Gripwalk soles for added convenience.

• Full rubber sole – Provides grip and durability for bootpack approaches.

Tightening

• 1 screwed BOA® Fit System – Micro-adjustable closure delivering precise fit, strong heel hold, and confident edge-to-edge control.

• 2 hiking hooks – Adds stability and support for touring and walking.

• 2 screwed aluminium buckles – Removable for easy bootfitting and repairs.

Strap

• 50mm claw-hook strap (screwed) – Durable, secure power strap for added support.