First impression
The Cosmos Pro has the shape of a classic ski touring boot. The full-length Vibram sole emphasises this impression. However, the BOA system on the inner boot and the top buckle, which is designed as a power strap, already indicate that this is not your average touring boot. The yellow tongue emphasises the "Cabrio Hybrid" construction, which is a mixture of classic overlap and cabrio construction and is designed to allow plenty of movement on the ascent as well as good control on the descent. The locking mechanism of the walking function is realised on the outside via a metal hook. The lowest buckle operates a type of lacing, which means that the boot is closed at several points at the same time (comparable to two buckles).
When trying them on, the 102 mm last width is immediately noticeable: the shoe fits me equally well with my wider feet without pressure points or cheeks. I like the lacing with the BOA system straight away. The inner shoe is quickly tightened and then fits perfectly without slipping. At 15°, the pre-alignment is OK for me, even if I would prefer a little more. It is possible to adjust it to 13°, but this is not an option for me. At around 1500g per shoe (manufacturer's specification 1400g for size 26.5), the Cosmos is within the range of many other comparable shoes. However, it is not an absolute lightweight when you consider that there are already classic 4-buckle shoes with a walking function in this weight class.
The shell made from a Grilamid® mix and with "POWERLITE 2.0" reinforcement structures looks appealingly rigid for a touring boot. The freedom of movement in ascent mode is realised by a two-part tongue construction and, at 60°, seems very generous to me. Especially when I compare this with the freedom of movement of some freetouring shoes with four buckles, it almost makes me look forward to the ascent (especially towards the back). The weight is also pleasantly low. The inner shoe looks high quality. For me, there is enough padding without feeling like I'm standing in a moon boot.
Testers and test conditions
I am 182 cm tall and weigh 85kg. I prefer to ride downhill, although of course I mainly tested the Scott Cosmos Pro on tours. But even on tours, downhill performance is more important to me than weight or manoeuvrability on the climbs. I tested the size 29.5, which fitted me comfortably with shoe size 45/46. The width of a boot is usually a problem for me, but I found a good fit in the 102 mm last. I tested the boot with a Marker Kingpin M-Werks mostly on a Scott Superguide 95 with a length of 184 cm.
The boot was in use throughout the season. More often in not so good snow, as the snowfall this season was also very sparse. But there were also a few turns in powder and firn. I also skied a few runs on the piste with the boot and the Cosmos Pro was also used in Kinderland and on the magic carpet.
