2025 Dalbello CABRIO MV FREE 100 IF

The Cabrio MV Free 100 IF with a 100 flex was developed for freetouring enthusiasts who appreciate various skiing abilities and walkability options. The boot features a wider 101 mm last (MV stands for “Medium Volume”), offering the best fit for skiers with wider feet or those who prefer more volume. The IF (Instant fit) HIKE MV liner, specially designed for 'Medium Volume' boots, provides added comfort and direct contact with the foot. The liner consists of separately manufactured, partially pre-shaped components, with slightly softer materials around the ankle and forefoot. The Cabrio design, which lends its name to the boots, allows for controlled descents in various terrain. The three-piece construction enables even flex, harmonious cushioning and stable lateral and heel support. The bi-injected tongue is crafted with softer plastic at key flex points for easier walking, further supported by thinner tongue ribs. Another feature of the uphill package is the Ski-Walk mechanism, which adjusts to the cuff's angle with a curved interaction surface, automatically regulating lateral inclination.

SHELL MATERIAL

PU

PURE:

Polyurethane Recycled Enforcement. A robust outer layer of recycled PU on the liner provides a direct power transmission from the leg to the shell

DYNALINK + DYNALOCK:

The Dynalink is fixed coaxially to the pivot so the buckle really works with a 45° angle and the heel is held back more efficiently. Moreover, the buckle has an articulated tail that engages the base of the lever (Dynalock) and only disarms when you try to open the buckle

CABRIO SKI-WALK:

The new Cabrio ski-walk mechanism has the interaction surface with the shell curved to automatically adapt to the canting adjustment. In addition, the forward inclination of the cuff can be adjusted by changing the rear insert which can be easily unscrewed with a screwdriver

CUSTOMIZABLE BOOT BOARD:

The boot board has small holes with depth markings. This feature allows boot fitter to grind precisely and adjust the stance both frontally and laterally

PROGRESSIVE CABRIO CONSTRUCTION:

Dalbello's unique Cabrio construction combines a boot shell/boot cuff assembly with an external Kinetic Response Tongue closure which enables a smoother and progressive power transmission same as great shock absorption. Together these features provide great versatilty and better adaptability on different kind of snow and uneven terrain.

GRIPWALK PREMOUNTED:

Better walking comfort and more grip - that's the big benefit of this boot mounted with GripWalk soles! These new soles are compatible with GripWalk specific bindings (marked with the GripWalk icon) without any height adjustment and can also be skied with touring bindings (ISO 13992). They are not compatible with regular alpine bindings (ISO norm 9462).

MICRO-ADJUSTABLE BUCKLES:

Permits skiers to precisely “fine tune” buckle closure tension for a more exact fit. With micro adjustment, you can twist the buckle to make it longer or shorter.

FORWARD LEAN CONTROL:

FORWARD LEAN control wedges may inserted at boot rear between lower shell and cuff to change forward inclination angle.

PRODUCT DETAILS 

• Level: Advanced - Expert
• Flex: 100
• Sizes: 26.5 - 29.5
• Shell: PU
• Last: 101 @ 26.5

 

Flex Index

• Flex Index is how much effort or work is required to move the cuff of the ski boot forward while the lower shell is stationary; typically retained by the binding. This number can be anything from 50 or 60 to 130+ (or even 1 - 10). There is no standard for this number across the ski boot industry and the ‘Flex Index’ is not based on any metric like newton-meters, foot-pounds, or Pascals. Even within within any given manufacture’s line-up, a boot with a Flex Index of 110 might not be the same as another boot with the same rating. The main thing to remember is that the higher the number, the stiffer the boot. The Flex Index should only be used as just one general factor in choosing a ski boot. 
• Your style of skiing, experience, level of skiing, terrain, use, height, mass, and personal preference all play a role in helping you pick the stiffness of your boot. A World Cup racer or an advanced/expert skier that prefers making precision turns at high speeds requiring techniques using a lot of tip pressure might need a stiffer boot. On the other hand, someone who hits the slopes every weekend with her family or Patrols three days a week might prefer a more moderate flex. 

Last

• ‘Last’ is a metric that describes the width of your foot at its widest point, which is typically at the forefoot or the ball of your foot. This will be represented in millimeters: i.e: 102mm. This is a critical consideration, because going up a size in a boot will move the widest part of the boot forward while the widest part of your foot will be kept reward. As you can gather, going up a size is not an option. 

*For a comprehensive explanation on ski boot fitment, please visit the link below:
Ski Boot Fitting

 

 

Alpine Touring, A/T, or Randonnée 

• Our Touring boots will typically be made with lighter materials. They will also generally have a ‘Walk’ mode in the rear of the boot, allowing the cuff to release for a greater range and ease of motion. Our Touring boots will be compatible with bindings designed for Alpine Touring (A/T) and equipped with ‘Tech’ Inserts. Also, permitting the boots are equipped with Alpine or Grip Walk soles, they will be compatible with most contemporary Alpine DIN Bindings. Both A/T bindings and Alpine DIN bindings must be installed, adjusted, and function tested by a certified binding technician. 

 *If you’re unsure if your boots and bindings are compatible, please have a qualified technician give them a tactile and visual inspection.  ?