Backland XTD carbon 120 GW boots 2026

About Atomic Backland XTD carbon 120 GW boots 2026

The hard-flexing all-round Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 120 GW combines strong skiing performance with remarkable versatility. The perfect touring boot for powering wider touring skis without compromising walking efficiency, this 100mm medium lasted boot features a GripWalk Sole making it compatible with all GripWalk, MN, MNC and Pin bindings. The Prolite shell features a super slim profile that uses material reinforcements in key areas for light and powerful performance. An open-throat and semi-overlap shell construction that improves step-in/out and foot wrapping while Memory Fit provides advanced heating technology for a fully personalized shell, cuff, and liner. A super breathable and washable, PVC free 3D Platinum Tour liner provides ultimate climate control. The epic natural movement obtained through 74° of pure cuff rotation makes the Backland XTD Carbon 120 GW one of the best skiing and most versatile boots in the Backland Series.

FEATURES

Last
100 mm — a medium‑volume touring last derived from Hawx Prime, built for comfort with stability.

Flex
120 — a stiff, downhill‑oriented flex that still climbs efficiently and skis confidently.

Memory Fit
Advanced heat‑molding technology (Memolink additive) customizes shell, cuff, and liner in minutes—up to ~6 mm forefoot and ~10 mm ankle expansion for lasting anatomical fit.

Prolite construction
Ultra‑slim carbon‑reinforced shell and cuff with reinforcements in key areas (including Energy Backbone) for strength and low weight.

Hybrid Overlap shell
Open‑throat and semi‑overlap design offers easier step‑in/out and improved foot wrapping while preserving structural support.

Free/Lock 4.5 walk mechanism
Atomic’s most robust ski/walk lever with frictionless Mirror Pivot for a smooth 74° range of motion + forward lean adjustment (13°, 15°, 17°).

Frictionless Mirror Pivots
Parallel pivot bearings deliver friction‑free cuff movement in walk mode for comfortable, efficient touring.

3D Platinum Tour liner
Heat‑moldable, breathable, washable and PVC‑free liner with anatomical ankle and heel shape and Dry Fit Foam padding for fit retention.

Dry Fit Foam
Foam that envelops the foot for uniform fit and resists packing out over time.

Buckles & power strap
Hybrid closure system: lower Z‑style cable buckle for forefoot, upper wire buckle for cuff, and a firm 50 mm cam‑lock power strap for serious lockdown.

Energy Backbone
Structural reinforcement along rear cuff force lines to boost edge grip, stiffness, and power transfer.

Soles
GripWalk ISO 23223 full‑rubber touring sole compatible with GripWalk, MN/MNC, and pin bindings. Also works with canting shims.

Weight
1,380 g per boot @26–26.5