Let's be honest: mountaineering boots aren't cheap. With that being said, it makes sense that you'd want to use them for more activities throughout the year than just mountaineering. However, whether or not you can actually do that depends on the type of boot you got in the first place. With footwear like the La Sportiva Nepal Cube's, you'll find that the stiff sole and tall boot height make them hard to use anywhere else. On the other hand, something like the Scarpa Ribelle are better all-purpose boots, thanks to their more flexible sole and lower height.