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In words
Intro
Like its namesake ski, the Mezzalama sits at the entry level of Dynafit's skimo race lineup, positioned also partly bridging the gap between the race and lightweight worlds. After enjoying a bomber reputation for many years, it's been completely overhauled for this season, sporting clearly slimmed-down lines—more in terms of the materials used and design rather than fit. The design focus is on swift, hassle-free operation, from the race-ready ski/walk mech to the rotor for fine-tuning volume in the lower shell.
Walking
Walking action feels very free, with mobility comparable to top-of-the-range full carbon models in terms of fore and aft travel, but with a little more friction (which never irritates). The Twistfit dial helps you get a good fit, leaving just enough space to use fingers to help with closure, but tightening precisely. The sole is average for the category in terms of reliability on rocky and mixed terrain, and the slimmer toe of the v1 helps purchase on small footholds. The ski/walk lever can sometimes stay horizontal when open and could snag on terrain features.
Lab
It’s cleaner and more essential than its predecessor, embracing a 'less is more’ approach, without reaching the competitive extremes found in skimo racing. Fairly easy entry for a product in this category, providing care is taken with the gaiter, which can get in the way. The Twistfit dial provides even, secure closure over generous volumes, standing out as one of the best in the BOA-style category and ensuring a precise, dialed-in fit for most feet. The dial cable is a bit too long and takes time to close.
Skiing
The cuff's one-touch race-ready closure with drawstring is practical and holds the shin well for racing and training use, but adjustment needs fine-tuning initially. The fit transmits inputs well, without being excessively enveloping and technical, and the high, well-padded liner is more akin to those of the Light world than the bikini Race one, and a valid compromise between performance and comfort. The plastics are very progressive, favoring solid technical skiing, especially on hardpack and firm conditions, but are a little less responsive on softer snow. You’ll find the high cuff reassuring for those moments when your weight gets too far back, more so than the average Race boot. The high gaiter does a good job of keeping snow and ensures good thermal insulation. A big step forward from the Mezzalama 1.
Technical specifications
LINER MATERIALS
carbon fiber-reinforced Grilamid
SHELL MATERIALS
carbon fiber-reinforced Grilamid
INSERT TYPE
Master Step
Buckle description
race-ready system with cord + Twistfit rotor
Sole description
Vibram
Liner description
Mezzalama
No. of buckles
2
Lean forward
12°/15°
Available sizes
22.5–30 mp
Released in
2025
Made in
Italy
Price
800 €
Declared specsMeasured by us
We measured the measure 27.5 to get all the details
880 gr
Individual weight
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N/A
Liner weight
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Shell weight
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291 mm
External shell length
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External shell width
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Inner shell width
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Pin distance
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N/A
Force to 20° back
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N/A
Force to 20° forward
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70 °
Cuff ROM
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N/A
Maximum cuff height
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N/A
Maximum tongue height
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N/A
Maximum forefoot width
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N/A
Maximum ankle width
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N/A
Sole thickness at toe
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98 mm
Min. last width
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98 mm
Max. last width
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