VIOZ GTX - Dark Grey
8 / Wide (E/EE)
$400.00
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Our best-selling, classic men's backpacking boot
VIOZ GTX - Dark Grey
$400.00
Our best-selling boot for over a decade, the Zamberlan Vioz GTX® (long known as the “996”) blends classic Italian craftsmanship with proven backcountry performance, making it a go-to choice for demanding backpacking in rugged, steep terrain. Built with durable Hydrobloc® full-grain leather uppers, it delivers...
SKU: 0996ZDGM
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VIOZ GTX - Dark Grey
The Details
Best For
Backpacking & Hiking
Weight
715g
Based on size US 8 (Half Pair)
Boot Height
6"
Terrain
Hiking trails & off-trail
Fit
Last Type & Size guide
Fit Guide
With nearly 100 years of bootmaking expertise, we’ve perfected our craft of turning the details of fit into it a true investment in comfort for your feet. We engineer our footwear lasts, fit adaptations, and construction methods to consider all the anatomical features of the foot, as well as the requirements for various end-use applications. In general, you’ll find all Zamberlan boots to be comfortable – not too long, with a good volume – but the specific fit adaptations below will help guide you to the right boot for your needs.
Backpacking & Wide Fit
Size Guide
The foot plays an important role in supporting the weight of the entire body as well as locomotion. The engineering of our lasts and footwear construction take into account all the anatomical aspects of the foot, making it a true investment in your feet. Zamberlan® engineered different lasts based on the anatomical features of the foot and the requirements for various end-use applications.
Generally, Zamberlan boots are all comfortable, not too long and have a good volume.
Boot Lasts & Size Charts
To find your Zamberlan size, measure the distance from the back of your heel to the tip of your longest toe while wearing socks.
- Place a sheet of paper on the floor and trace your foot with your heel against a wall.
- Measure the outline from the back of your heel to the front of your toes.
- Find this measurement in the chart below for the last of your model. If between two sizes, choose the larger.
- Repeat for both feet and use the size that fits your bigger foot.
Regular Last
ZBPK Performing Fit · Slightly lower instep · Wrapped foot flex point · Tighter heel lock area
| Size | 9" 1/32 | 9" 9/32 | 9" 9/16 | 9" 21/32 | 9" 27/32 | 9" 31/32 | 10" 3/32 | 10" 11/32 | 10" 15/32 | 10" 5/8 | 10" 7/8 | 10" 31/32 | 11" 1/8 | 11" 1/4 | 11" 3/8 | 11" 22/32 | 11" 15/16 | 12" 3/16 | 12" 15/32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foot (in) | 9" 1/32 | 9" 9/32 | 9" 9/16 | 9" 21/32 | 9" 27/32 | 9" 31/32 | 10" 3/32 | 10" 11/32 | 10" 15/32 | 10" 5/8 | 10" 7/8 | 10" 31/32 | 11" 1/8 | 11" 1/4 | 11" 3/8 | 11" 22/32 | 11" 15/16 | 12" 3/16 | 12" 15/32 |
| Foot (cm) | 23 | 23.6 | 24.3 | 24.6 | 25 | 25.3 | 25.6 | 26.3 | 26.6 | 27 | 27.6 | 27.9 | 28.3 | 28.6 | 28.9 | 29.6 | 30.3 | 31 | 31.7 |
| US Men | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| US Women | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| EU | 37 | 38 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 |
Technical Last
ZTEC Technical Fit · Reduced volume in instep · Downturned shape · Pronounced heel to ankle line
| Size | 9" 7/32 | 9" 1/2 | 9" 23/32 | 9" 7/8 | 10" | 10" 1/8 | 10" 9/32 | 10" 1/2 | 10" 21/32 | 10" 25/32 | 11" 1/16 | 11" 3/16 | 11" 5/16 | 11" 15/32 | 11" 9/16 | 11" 27/32 | 12" 3/32 | 12" 3/8 | 12" 5/8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foot (in) | 9" 7/32 | 9" 1/2 | 9" 23/32 | 9" 7/8 | 10" | 10" 1/8 | 10" 9/32 | 10" 1/2 | 10" 21/32 | 10" 25/32 | 11" 1/16 | 11" 3/16 | 11" 5/16 | 11" 15/32 | 11" 9/16 | 11" 27/32 | 12" 3/32 | 12" 3/8 | 12" 5/8 |
| Foot (cm) | 23.4 | 24.1 | 24.7 | 25.1 | 25.4 | 25.7 | 26.1 | 26.7 | 27.1 | 27.4 | 28.1 | 28.4 | 28.7 | 29.1 | 29.4 | 30.1 | 30.7 | 31.4 | 32.1 |
| US Men | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| US Women | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| EU | 37 | 38 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 |
Wide Last
ZWL Wide Fit · High instep · Wide foot flex point · Round toe · Wide Achilles tendon area
| Size | 9" 11/32 | 9" 5/8 | 9" 7/8 | 10" | 10" 1/8 | 10" 9/32 | 10" 3/8 | 10" 21/32 | 10" 25/32 | 10" 29/32 | 11" 3/16 | 11" 5/16 | 11" 15/32 | 11" 9/16 | 11" 11/16 | 11" 31/32 | 12" 3/16 | 12" 15/32 | 12" 3/4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foot (in) | 9" 11/32 | 9" 5/8 | 9" 7/8 | 10" | 10" 1/8 | 10" 9/32 | 10" 3/8 | 10" 21/32 | 10" 25/32 | 10" 29/32 | 11" 3/16 | 11" 5/16 | 11" 15/32 | 11" 9/16 | 11" 11/16 | 11" 31/32 | 12" 3/16 | 12" 15/32 | 12" 3/4 |
| Foot (cm) | 23.7 | 24.4 | 25.1 | 25.4 | 25.7 | 26.1 | 26.4 | 27.1 | 27.4 | 27.7 | 28.4 | 28.7 | 29.1 | 29.4 | 29.7 | 30.4 | 31 | 31.7 | 32.4 |
| US Men | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| US Women | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 11 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| EU | 37 | 38 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 |
Laces Size Chart
Generally, lace sizes correlate to the specific boot. The best way to ensure the correct replacement lace is to measure your existing lace.
125cm — Low cut shoes
150cm — 5" and 6" hikers
175cm — 8" semi-tall boots and larger 6" hikers
190cm — 11" tall boots and larger 8" semi-tall boots
205cm — 11" tall boots, larger sizes
VIOZ GTX - Dark Grey
The Zamberlan Difference
- Waterproof
- Resolable
- Made in Italy
Technologies
Technical Specs & Product Comparison
All the construction detail, plus similar product for comparison
The Basics
Price
$400.00
Gender
Men's
Best for
Backpacking & Hiking
Weight Half Pair (M9/W7)
715g
Boot Height
6"
Flex rating
Cushioning
Fit
—
Last
Regular & Wide Last
Insulated
—
Full Tech Specs
Upper Material
Hydrobloc® Full Grain Leather
Upper Thickness
2.4mm - 2.6mm
Foot Protection
—
Lining
GORE-TEX Performance Comfort
Lacing
Traditional lacing
Midsole
Low Density PU Wedge
Insole
4mm Flex + PE
Outsole
Exclusive Vibram® 3D
Terrain
Hiking trails & off-trail
Crampon compatibility
—
Cut protection
—
Anti-static
—
Anti-Perforation
—
Anti-Crush
—
Country of Origin
Italy
Current
The Basics
Price
$500.00
Gender
Men's
Best for
Backpacking & Hiking
Weight Half Pair (M9/W7)
800g
Boot Height
6"
Flex rating
Cushioning
Fit
—
Last
Regular Last
Insulated
—
Full Tech Specs
Upper Material
Hydrobloc® Full Grain Waxed Vesta Leather
Upper Thickness
2.6mm - 2.8mm
Foot Protection
Rubber toe rand
Lining
GORE-TEX Performance Comfort
Lacing
Traditional lacing
Midsole
Low Density PU Wedge
Insole
4mm Flex + PE
Outsole
Exclusive Vibram® 3D
Terrain
Hiking trails & off-trail
Crampon compatibility
—
Cut protection
—
Anti-static
—
Anti-Perforation
—
Anti-Crush
—
Country of Origin
Italy
The Basics
Price
$600.00
Gender
Men's
Best for
All Season Hunting
Weight Half Pair (M9/W7)
899g
Boot Height
6"
Flex rating
Cushioning
Fit
—
Last
Wide Last
Insulated
—
Full Tech Specs
Upper Material
Hydrobloc® Full Grain Waxed Leather
Upper Thickness
2.4mm - 2.6mm
Foot Protection
Full rubber rand
Lining
GORE-TEX Performance Comfort + Calf Leather
Lacing
Traditional lacing
Midsole
Dual Density PU Wedge + TPU Frame +TPU Stabilizer
Insole
4mm Flex + PE
Outsole
Exclusive Vibram® Star Trek II
Terrain
Rugged backcountry
Crampon compatibility
—
Cut protection
—
Anti-static
—
Anti-Perforation
—
Anti-Crush
—
Country of Origin
Italy
The Basics
Price
$360.00
Gender
Men's
Best for
Hiking & Hunting
Weight Half Pair (M9/W7)
680g
Boot Height
6"
Flex rating
Cushioning
Fit
—
Last
Regular Last
Insulated
—
Full Tech Specs
Upper Material
Hydrobloc® Full Grain leather
Upper Thickness
2.2mm - 2.4mm
Foot Protection
—
Lining
GORE-TEX ePe Performance Comfort
Lacing
Traditional lacing
Midsole
Rubber
Insole
2mm Nylon + PE
Outsole
Vibram® Grivola
Terrain
Hiking trails & off-trail
Crampon compatibility
—
Cut protection
—
Anti-static
—
Anti-Perforation
—
Anti-Crush
—
Country of Origin
Italy
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