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} .ccbb-rating, .ccbb-rating:nth-child(2) { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--ccbb-border); border-right: 0; } .ccbb-rating:last-child { border-bottom: 0; } .ccbb-spec-details summary { align-items: flex-start; padding: 18px; } .ccbb-spec-icon { font-size: 21px; } .ccbb-spec-heading { font-size: 17px; } .ccbb-spec-content { padding: 18px; } .ccbb-spec-row { gap: 4px; grid-template-columns: 1fr; } } Rigid-Flex NTN Telemark Boot Crispi NTN Evo Boot The Crispi NTN Evo Boot is built for strong telemark skiers who want alpine-level control out of an NTN binding and will carry weight to get it. A 102 mm last fits average to high-volume feet, and a shell of Pebax and carbon, a tough impact-resistant plastic paired with stiffening fiber, plus four micro-adjustable buckles deliver the rigid flex that drives a wide ski through crud. At 1,815 grams per boot with 10 degrees of cuff rotation, the Crispi NTN Evo is a descent-first boot for lift-served telemark days and short approaches rather than long tours. Expert Fit Review Fit profile and recommendations reviewed by CCBB bootfitters. Is This the Right Boot for You? Best For Strong, aggressive telemark skiers with average-to-high-volume feet who ski NTN bindings such as the 22 Designs Outlaw X, Rottefella Freedom or Freeride, or the M Equipment Meidjo, and who want a rigid, powerful boot that can also tour on pin bindings thanks to toe-and-heel tech inserts. Consider Another Boot If You want a lighter boot for long tours, need a high-mobility touring cuff, ski a 75mm three-pin duckbill setup, or ski an alpine or MNC binding. The Crispi NTN Evo is an NTN-only telemark boot at 1,815 grams with 10 degrees of cuff range, so it favors the descent over the climb. CCBB Boot Ratings Uphill Efficiency 2/5 10 degree cuff, 1,815 g Downhill Performance 5/5 Rigid flex, Carbon Side Support Walking Comfort 2/5 Heavy, limited cuff rotation Transition Speed 4/5 One-flip heel-spine lever Rating scale: 5 = top of its class, 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = specialized or below average, and 1 = limited. CCBB Fit Profile Overall VolumeHigh Toe BoxWide Forefoot VolumeHigh Instep HeightHigh Heel HoldModerate Ankle HoldModerate PunchabilityGood Heat MoldableYes Why We Like It The Pebax and carbon shell with Crispi's patented Carbon Side Support gives the Crispi NTN Evo a rigid, powerful flex that our bootfitters rate among the stiffest in the New Telemark Norm category, noticeably stiffer than the Scarpa TX and TX Pro. The Crispi NTN Evo is the only NTN telemark boot built with tech inserts at both the toe and the heel, so the same boot skis NTN bindings and can tour on low-tech pin bindings or lock a tech heel with the Meidjo alpine heel. The four micro-adjustable aluminum buckles give a precise, repeatable fit, and the instep buckle holds the heel firmly whether driving a tele turn or skinning. The 102mm last and high instep make the Crispi NTN Evo one of the more accommodating tele shells for average-to-high-volume feet. The heat-moldable Crispi Dynamic liner and Pebax shell take standard bootfitting work, so the fit can be tuned to your foot. The rear heel-spine lever switches from ski to walk in one motion for the 10 degrees of cuff rotation the Crispi NTN Evo offers. Best Uses Aggressive lift-served and sidecountry telemark skiing NTN telemark on 22 Designs Outlaw X, Rottefella Freedom and Freeride, or Meidjo bindings Backcountry telemark tours where you want to tour on a pin binding, then ski NTN or a Meidjo alpine heel Telemark skis 85 to 105mm underfoot Skiers with average-to-high-volume feet and a higher instep Bootfitter's Advice The Crispi NTN Evo fits as a high-volume boot on a 102mm last, with a higher instep and more forefoot room than the Scarpa TX line, which suits skiers who find Scarpa too low or too snug. The trade-off we find is heel hold: the last has little sculpting behind and above the heel, so skiers with narrow or low-volume heels often need heel wedges, an aftermarket liner, or padding to control heel lift, especially while skinning. The Pebax shell punches and grinds well, and the Crispi Dynamic liner is heat-moldable, so most fit issues respond to standard work. One safety-critical fit note for the tech inserts: the Crispi NTN Evo ships with extra sole rubber behind the toe inserts, and on pin or TTS bindings that rubber can splay the toe wings and cause a premature release. We trim 6mm of sole behind the toe inserts so the boot seats correctly in a pin toe. If you plan to tour on a low-tech binding, have a shop confirm the toe fit and release before relying on the Crispi NTN Evo in the backcountry. Fit profile reviewed by CCBB bootfitters. Final sizing should be confirmed with a shell fit whenever possible. 📏 Technical Specifications Manufacturer specs · Click to expand Fit and Construction Weight 1,815 g per boot. Crispi does not publish a reference size for this figure. Last 102 mm Flex Crispi rates the Crispi NTN Evo as Rigid and does not assign a numeric flex index. We find it among the stiffest NTN boots, on par with a race-level tele boot and clearly stiffer than the Scarpa TX Pro. Range of Motion 10 degrees of cuff rotation in walk mode Shell Pebax with carbon (Carbon Side Support) Cuff Double-density injected Pebax with carbon reinforcement Features and Compatibility Walk Mode Rear heel-spine lever, flip up to walk for 10 degrees of cuff rotation, down to lock Closure Four micro-adjustable aluminum buckles Binding Compatibility NTN (New Telemark Norm) telemark bindings; proprietary Crispi Kogatz Evo NTN telemark sole (not ISO 5355 or ISO 9523 certified) with toe-and-heel tech inserts for low-tech pin touring. Not alpine, MNC, frame, or 75mm compatible. Sole Crispi Kogatz Evo NTN telemark sole (not ISO 5355 or ISO 9523 certified) with toe-and-heel tech inserts Forward Lean Two positions (more upright and more forward), selectable when the cuff is locked. Crispi does not publish the exact degrees. Liner Crispi Dynamic Liner, thermoformable Compare the Crispi NTN Evo Crispi NTN Evo vs. Scarpa TX Pro Both are four-buckle NTN telemark boots, but the Crispi NTN Evo skis noticeably stiffer and adds tech inserts at both the toe and heel for pin-binding touring, which the Scarpa TX Pro lacks. The Scarpa TX Pro is softer and more forgiving with a more sculpted heel pocket, so skiers who fight heel lift in the Crispi or want an easier flex often prefer it. Shop Scarpa TX Pro boots Crispi NTN Evo vs. Scarpa TX Comp These are the two stiffest NTN telemark boots most skiers cross-shop. The Scarpa TX Comp uses a carbon cuff for a very rigid, race-oriented flex, while the Crispi NTN Evo matches much of that stiffness and adds toe-and-heel tech inserts so the same boot can tour on low-tech pin bindings. The Crispi also runs higher-volume through the instep and forefoot. Shop Scarpa TX Comp boots Crispi NTN Evo vs. Crispi Shiver The Crispi Shiver shares the Crispi NTN Evo lower shell but uses a lower, single-buckle cuff, which drops 200 grams and adds a little touring comfort at the cost of downhill support. We recommend the Crispi NTN Evo over the Shiver for most skiers, because the taller two-buckle cuff holds the heel and drives the ski far better. Shop Crispi Shiver boots Common Questions Who should buy the Crispi NTN Evo? The Crispi NTN Evo suits strong, aggressive telemark skiers who ski NTN bindings and want one of the stiffest, most powerful boots in the New Telemark Norm category. It fits best on average-to-high-volume feet with a higher instep, and it pairs well with telemark skis 85 to 105mm underfoot. What bindings does the Crispi NTN Evo work with? The Crispi NTN Evo is an NTN (New Telemark Norm) boot. It works with NTN telemark bindings such as the 22 Designs Outlaw X, Rottefella Freedom and Freeride, and the M Equipment Meidjo, which grip the boot's second heel. Because the Crispi NTN Evo also has tech inserts at the toe and heel, it can tour on low-tech pin bindings and lock a tech heel with the Meidjo alpine heel. It is not compatible with alpine (ISO 5355) or MNC bindings, frame AT bindings, or 75mm three-pin duckbill telemark bindings. Is the Crispi NTN Evo really a 130-flex boot? No. Crispi does not assign a numeric alpine-style flex index to the Crispi NTN Evo. Crispi rates it as Rigid, and we find it is among the stiffest NTN telemark boots, comparable to a race-level tele boot and clearly stiffer than the Scarpa TX Pro. Telemark boot flex is not measured on the same scale as an alpine boot, so a direct 130 comparison does not apply. Can I tour on the Crispi NTN Evo with a pin binding, and is that safe? Yes, the Crispi NTN Evo has tech inserts at the toe and heel and Crispi lists low-tech binding compatibility. One caution: the boot ships with extra sole rubber behind the toe inserts, and our bootfitters note this can splay the toe wings and cause a premature release on pin or TTS bindings. We trim 6mm of sole behind the toe inserts and have a shop confirm the toe fit and release before backcountry use. How much does the Crispi NTN Evo weigh? The Crispi NTN Evo weighs 1,815 grams per boot. Crispi does not publish a reference size for that figure, so plan on more weight at the top of the size run and more again with a thick aftermarket liner. Either way, the Crispi NTN Evo is a mid-to-heavy telemark boot built for downhill power rather than fast-and-light touring. What foot shape fits the Crispi NTN Evo best? The Crispi NTN Evo fits average-to-high-volume feet with a higher instep and a slightly wider forefoot on its 102mm last. Skiers with narrow or low-volume heels should plan on fit work, because the heel pocket has little sculpting and can allow heel lift. The Pebax shell and thermoformable Crispi Dynamic liner both take standard bootfitting. How well does the Crispi NTN Evo tour uphill? The Crispi NTN Evo offers 10 degrees of cuff rotation in walk mode, released by a rear heel-spine lever. That is usable for a telemark boot but well short of a dedicated alpine touring boot, and at 1,815 grams the Crispi NTN Evo is not a lightweight climber. It is built for skiers who prioritize the descent and tour to earn it. What liner comes with the Crispi NTN Evo, and can it be molded? The Crispi NTN Evo comes with the thermoformable Crispi Dynamic Liner, a wrap-style liner that can be heat-molded for a more custom fit and firmer power transfer. Skiers chasing extra performance or heel hold sometimes upgrade to an aftermarket liner, but the stock liner molds well for most feet. What warranty does the Crispi NTN Evo carry? Crispi offers a 1-year warranty from the original purchase date to the original owner, covering defects in materials and workmanship. Wear from normal use, and modifications such as punching or sole grinding, are not covered. Our Verdict The Crispi NTN Evo is one of the stiffest, most powerful boots in the NTN telemark category, and it is the only NTN boot with tech inserts at both the toe and heel, so it skis hard on NTN bindings and can still tour on a pin setup. That downhill focus comes at a cost: at 1,815 grams with 10 degrees of cuff rotation, the Crispi NTN Evo climbs like a heavy boot, and the roomy heel pocket needs fit work for narrow heels. For strong telemark skiers who want maximum control and the flexibility to tour on tech bindings, the Crispi NTN Evo is a standout choice. Tourers chasing light weight and mobility should look elsewhere. Show more