The all new much anticipated Scarpa TX Pro is finally here. This is a complete overhaul, redesign and departure from the legacy Scarpa TX Pro. I think that we could have wished for a new name to symbolize the next generation of boots. A few that I would have liked could have been Scarpa “Terminator Pro” or “TXP” or “TX2”. Officially it is still called the TX Pro. But for the purposes of this blog post. I will refer to the new boots as TX Pro 2.0.
Features
-New 3 Buckle Design
-New Powerstrap
-New Ski/Walk Mechanism with 62* range of motion
-New Liner
-Shorter Boot Sole Length
-New “Torsion Bridge Frame”
Fit
In regards to the fit of the TX Pro 2.0 vs TX Pro Legacy. I find the boots very similar. The new boots are a slightly different shape, but especially after you heat fit the Intuition liners. In most cases if you are upgrading from another Scarpa telemark boot, if a size 27.0 fits you well… order a size 27.0.
Scarpa telemark boots use one plastic shell (scaffo) for both half and whole sizes. Ex: 26.5/27.0 – both use the 299mm boot sole length shells.
The size of the shell makes the vast majority of the fit. Half size liners make little to no difference, especially if you are going to add a customized footbed and heat fit liners.
The new shell is physically smaller, the new liner is a bit thinner, this results in a more precise fit. Ultimately I would recommend trying them on at a Scarpa retailer. Fit is subjective and boots are such a crucial part of your telemark equipment. Your best bet is to actually try this boot on for yourself.
Uphill Performance
This new generation of Scarpa TX Pro telemark boots are without a doubt the most backcountry friendly NTN telemark boots on the market. They weigh in at 1545g per boot (½ pair size 27.0). This is over 200 grams lighter than the legacy TX Pro.
The new “Speed MLT” ski/walk mechanism provides 62° range of motion compared to the 22° on the previous generation.
The new boots walk so much better, it’s not even close. If you are a backcountry telemark skier you want these boots.
Downhill Performance
Bottom line this is a high performance hybrid telemark boot. Modern telemark skiers are equally at home ripping the bumps under the chairlifts at a ski area. The new TX Pro provides a similar smooth predictable flex that many of us came to know and love in the bellows, tongue, and cuff. However with how the new design of the “torsion bridge frame” wraps around your ankle. This boot is with another level of lateral edge control. I think that some may find this takes some adjustment, but once you are able to trust this boot. The instant connection to your ski edges as you lean into the boot is noticeable. It feels very precise and powerful.
3 buckle vs 4 buckle construction?
In terms of the tongue and cuff of the boot, the new generation of boots are nearly identical. I find no difference between how they fit and feel on my legs. The new boots are every bit as powerful in the resort as the old boots, but again with even more lateral control.
Shorter Boot Sole Length (BSL)?
If you already have a pair of telemark skis mounted for an old pair of boots… just go skiing. The difference in mount point is 4mm. You will not notice this.
If you are mounting new skis, mount them according to the mid sole mark on the BSL of your new boots.
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