Boots?
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g_lectrolyte
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Ski boots
Rock_Inhabitant
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189 wets
KungKalmar
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SlushSeason
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Lange podium shoes or Line's soft boots
Definitely not North Face slippers though
Definitely not North Face slippers though
?When I worked on park crew seemed like everyone was all over the place, which I think speaks more to people going after what was comfortable for their foot. I have been using Dalbello Lupos, one guy used K2 Mindbener 130s, Another used a model of HEAD boots I had never seen. Its been said a thousand times but its worth repeating, if you are going to spend money for ski gear, spend it on a nice pair of boots. Go get fitted at your local ski shop and try on 5-7 pairs of different brands. You won't regret it.
keagan.karstens
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Go get a race boot and u can rly rip some spins
PartyBullshiit
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14616722:KalmarJalmar said:
Fastest color for sure
KilaTsunami
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I like my Lange LX100s. But every foot is different, so try them all on when you sit down to purchase. Dont buy online either. You need them to fit tight like a firm handshake, but not constrictive and painful in anyway.
You're getting thumbed down because someone asks this question every 10 minutes on here (i was guilty of this once too!) So Feel free to DM me, I'm a bootfitter and would be happy to answer any of your questions
You're getting thumbed down because someone asks this question every 10 minutes on here (i was guilty of this once too!) So Feel free to DM me, I'm a bootfitter and would be happy to answer any of your questions
J_Mendez2001
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14617357:mrk127 said:
I very much agree. I could go on for days about why I like the 4 buckle better but tbh I think the placebo can be just as big if a factor when it comes to park skiing. The sport is such a mental game that just thinking you have nice boots will make you ski better because you are more confident
weatcoast
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You’re probably not at the skill level to tell a difference. In your case as long as it’s comfortable that’s all that really matters.
but for high performers and certain skier types (freestyle/mogul) there is a benefit to 3 piece design, assuming they fit of course
but for high performers and certain skier types (freestyle/mogul) there is a benefit to 3 piece design, assuming they fit of course
14617357:mrk127 said:
KungKalmar
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14617360:69Skier69 said:
Not really
KungKalmar
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14617360:69Skier69 said:
[tag=134699]@onenerdykid[/tag] share your wise words about this.
onenerdykid
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14617360:69Skier69 said:
14617362:KalmarJalmar said:
Some 2-piece boots flex more than 3-piece boots, some 3-piece boots flex more than 2-piece boots. I don't think I've ever seen definitive proof that one boot is better for moguls than the other (sponsored athletes using them in certain events isn't what I would call definitive).
When the boot's flex matches/is a reflection of the forces you put into it, you will have a boot that performs well for whatever skiing you're doing.
KungKalmar
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14617450:69Skier69 said:
Yeay but that other guy is the master of boots. He knows more than any of those pro guys, he might know more about boots than anyone else and he said something similar.
So you are wrong and stfu about the pros.
KungKalmar
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14617450:69Skier69 said:
You can't be more than 18 with a name like that and with sucking pro skiers dicks.
KungKalmar
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14617577:weatcoast said:
"I don't think I've ever seen definitive proof that one boot is better for moguls than the other (sponsored athletes using them in certain events isn't what I would call definitive)."
@mods change that guys name
onenerdykid
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14617577:weatcoast said:
Just because you are sponsored by a brand, it doesn't necessarily mean that the brand actually works for you.
Over the last 20+ years, I've had simply too many athletes have issues with 3-piece boots because they simply weren't the right boot for them. This is not to say that 3-piece doesn't work, it just might mean that there is a better option out there for you.
Having the right fit & flex for you > simply stating that 3-piece for freestyle/moguls.
onenerdykid
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14617582:weatcoast said:
Mainly shinbang, but general discomfort associated with the boot not matching their anatomy (toe bang, ankle pain, lack of heel hold, etc.) or the forces they encounter while skiing (= often being in too soft of a boot).
fucintight
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i found out my feet need 100mm last, im a big fan of my dalbello kryptons. i bought a pair of roxa shells last summer and used them this past winter when a buckle blew on my dalbellos, the roxa’s are the best boots ive found yet tho. so damn comfy when unbuckled but nice n stiff too
tomPietrowski
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It really comes down to personal preference. We have both overlap and 3 piece boots and the spilt of what our athletes prefer is pretty even.
It really comes down to what they prefer and often what they are used too.
I do think there are some characteristics of both styles which work better for different ski styles but we have athletes who use overlap for freestyle and some who use 3 piece in the freeride world tour.
Overall boot fit and getting the flex right is far more important than the type of boot.
It really comes down to what they prefer and often what they are used too.
I do think there are some characteristics of both styles which work better for different ski styles but we have athletes who use overlap for freestyle and some who use 3 piece in the freeride world tour.
Overall boot fit and getting the flex right is far more important than the type of boot.
1spliff2guinnies
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14616817:clennon said:
They obviously don't teach you how to use google at college