From the beginning Asolo’s philosophy has been to develop innovative and technologically advanced footwear with great looks. Asolo pays particular attention to the natural flex of the foot while also making sure that performance and comfort of its footwear is maximized.

For this reason, the new Asolo collection has been developed using 16 different lasts, each one with specific anatomical features sculpted to match defined and user criteria and fit characteristics.

The priority at Asolo is to develop products with specific fit and comfort benefits.

The roots of today’s Schoeller Textil AG are anchored in an environment of new beginnings. The 1860s saw the emergence of such organizations as the Swiss Red Cross and such architectural achievements as the Gotthard Tunnel. This pioneering age also saw the establishment of our company: In 1868, Rudolph Schoeller moved from Breslau to Zürich and set up Switzerland’s first worsted yarn spinning mill in Schaffhausen with the name” Schoeller & Söhne,” the origin of today’s Schoeller Textil AG.


The all in one soft-shell:

The soft-shell classic for year-round use. Two textile surfaces are bonded with a highly breathable coating in a special process. The coating in the middle ensures additional protection from wind and water. This produces soft-shell fabrics for the most varied of requirements and for every season.

Basic properties:

> Perfect weather protection
> Wind and water resistant
> Good breathability
> Highly elastic
> Cosy and comfortable inside

Construction:
The elastic, water- and wind repelling, woven fabric surfaces consist of synthetic fibres.
The middle layer – a functional coating – ensures insulation and a high level of wind protection.
The extremely breathable interior varies depending on the intended area of use.
Outside: hard-wearing rain, snow and water repellent stretch fabric.
Mid: functional coating offers insulation and excellent wind protection.
Inside: soft, skin-friendly and extremely breathable material.

A project developed with Asolo Test Team developed for Himalayan Mountaineering technical and extreme use in cold environments. It’s made of three boots in one: the outer gaiter, the main shell and the inner boot and it’s been developed using two different lasts: one for the main shell and one for the inner boot. Plus, it’s been developed with two different constructions: lasted (main shell) and slip lasted (inner boot).


THE OUTER GAITER:

The four-material used guarantee lightweight and resistant to abrasion while the Gore-Tex Extended Comfort Footwear lining guarantees waterproofness and breathability. The YKK Zip closure system is fast, waterproof and precise zip. The PU rand all around gives additional protection.

SHELL:

The five materials used give lightness, resistance and support. The step-in technology allows an easy and fast step in of the inner boot into the shell. The dual Winch lacing system guarantee the most precise lace up.

STEP-IN & WINCH TECHNOLOGY:

The step-in technology is made of three steps which are: insert the inner boot into the shell, lock the rear flap and the front double dial system and you're ready to climb.

This double lacing system gives the possibility of tightening and un-tightening the wire with one hand thanks to its dial. The first Winch locks the ankle and the top part while the second Winch locks the instep and front part. Precise and fast lacing system.

THE INNER BOOT:

Five different materials for the maximum comfort, support and warmth (guaranteed by Primaloft). The fast lock closure system is fast and precise. The RECCO Rescue System has been added for safety.

THE OUTSOLE TECHNOLOGY:

1. Six layers of carbon fiber lasting board
It’s made of six different layers of carbon fiber. The carbon fiber is positioned at 45° in order to reduce the torsion. The carbon fiber is positioned in the order of length in order to improve the stiffness. The carbon fiber lasting board is perfect for the anti-torsional action, for giving great support and stability.

2. TPU crampon attachments (rear part)

3. Mono density microporous midsole

4. TPU crampon attachments (front part)

5. Vibram Betulla expanded rubber outsole + Vibram Mont Compound in the front

The line created with the Gore-Tex Extended Comfort Footwear lining offers a non-insulated protection to keep you dry and comfortably cool in moderate to warm conditions, and during higher activity levels.

Key Advantage:

Durably waterproof, breathable footwear for people who need to minimize heat retention.


Benefits:
> Optimal combination of breathability and waterproof protection.
> Feet stay dry and comfortably cool, even in warm conditions and during extended aerobic activities.
> Designed for all activities in moderate to warm conditions, from challenging pursuits to everyday wear.
> All-day indoor comfort and outdoor protection

All components (leathers, textiles, laces, foams, and threads) and the entire shoe construction itself are precisely coordinated and subjected to regular quality inspections.

RECCO technology makes you searchable to professional rescuers in the event of an avalanche accident or when lost in the outdoors. Wearing gear equipped with RECCO reflectors enables professional rescuers to locate you with RECCO detectors. The technology is a two-part system, the detector sends out a directional radar signal like the beam of a flash light. Once the radar beam hits the RECCO reflector the signal is echoed back and directs the rescuer to your location.

RECCO handheld detectors, first introduced in 1983, are utilized today as a standard tool for avalanche rescue by mountain rescuers worldwide and are used at more than 800 ski resorts and mountain rescue organizations in 27 countries. The recently introduced RECCO SAR helicopter detector, was designed to scan large areas fast for a missing person in the outdoors. It has been deployed and is operative at several locations in the Alps, North America and Scandinavia, with the goal to increase coverage globally and add constantly more countries and areas to the list. (Check recco.com for the latest coverage info on the RECCO system).

For the user the RECCO reflector offers a simple solution to always be searchable. The reflector is a small band aid sized, passive electronic transponder that weighs less than four grams. Its factory mounted permanently to clothing and gear that in unlikely to be torn off in the event of an avalanche or other accident. This ensures the reflector can’t be left in the car, stashed mistakenly in the lodge or forgotten at home. It is a non-powered device meaning that it never needs to be switched on, will never loose signal strength and needs no batteries to function. It is maintence free and has a virtually unlimited lifespan.

The RECCO technology itself was invented by Mahnus Granhed with the cooperation of Stockholm’s Royal Institute of Technology in response to his personal experience with an avalanche tragedy in the 1970s. In 1983 the first working detector and reflector were presented and since then the system has proven itself effective in avalanche rescue and has been adopted globally by ski resorts, helicopter skiing operations and search and rescue organizations as an additional and important tool for avalanche rescue. When it comes to avalanche safety in general it is important to understand that RECCO technology is only a small part of the bigger picture of actions and equipment to minimize the risk for the user.

In 1935, tragedy drives Vitale Bramani to develop an outsole capable of excellent traction on mixed surfaces. Using vulcanized rubber technology, he developed the Carrarmato design. The design was soon famous. Even today, it remains one of the most used soles by mountain climbers. Asolo’s footwear are made using outsole designed by Asolo and made by Vibram.