Montrail - Lotus GTX (Copper/Grey) - Men's: The Lotus GTX makes no compromises and excels at long approaches, but is also suitable on steep snow or ice. It is excellent for steep New England ice or for taking a cruise on the Black Ice Couloir. The ultimate fast and light ice boot. The GORE-TEX liner is sewn to form a bootie that exactly fits the shape of the last. High Traction Outsoles are designed for optimal traction in a wide variety of conditions from slick mud and wet polished rocks, to dry dusty dirt. Molded Y-bars on the I.C.E. 9 boot allow the alpinist to apply pressure to the top of the heel via the laces, for better heel hold during vertical ice climbing. I.C.E. platform for integration with either the I.C.E. 9 or Khumbu crampon. Carbon fiber lasting board for good flexibility and light weight. Stretch-Kevlar tongue and gusset is low profile and flexible. Air-mesh tongue provides padding and keeps the foot cooler.