The "Kento Tour High GTX" offers a good mix of support and lightness, making it perfect for demanding mountain tours. The robust sole provides excellent grip and the breathable membrane contributes to a pleasant foot climate. An ideal choice for mountain hikers who appreciate a combination of stability and flexibility.

More lateral support is not possible: Although the Kento is more of a lightweight mountain boot at 1270 grams, it reliably protects against twisting. Nevertheless, the firm shaft only slightly restricts freedom of movement when hiking, as it allows enough freedom in the walking direction. A first-class model for mountain enthusiasts with soft ankles. Price: 250 euros.

CLIMBING LIKE ON RAILS Of all the shoes tested, the Mammut Kento Tour High offers the most lateral support - ideal for those who twist their ankles quickly. Nevertheless, the firm upper hardly restricts freedom of movement when hiking and allows enough freedom in the walking direction...

The Kento Tour High GTX is a classic B/C boot that is great fun in challenging alpine terrain and via ferrata. It offers a direct step feel, good lateral support for traverses and crampons can also be mounted. As the lightest shoe tested, our weight tip.