Shop Photo／Mountain shop Niseko 343
The ski pro shop has been accumulating information over many years, including not only the latest materials every season, but also feedback from users who have actually purchased their products. In addition, most of the owners and staff are slippers, so they have a wealth of specialized knowledge and experience.
As a result, he is adept at evaluating products from multiple perspectives and cross-sectionally comparing numerous brands. So, this time, we asked a pro shop connoisseur to tell us about the excellent boots that "you won't lose unless you try them on." If you haven't found your boots yet, why not use them as a guide on your eternal journey of finding boots?
Excellent boots selected by pro shop connoisseurs who say, "If you don't wear them, you'll lose!"
FULLTILT
ASCEDANT Sammy Carlson
SIZE: 24.5-30.5cm
WEIGHT: 1880g (26.5)
FLEX: 120
￥80,000＋tax
Above all, it is an excellent product that can be used in any field.
Mikiya Tanno
Recommend: TRUNKBASE
“ASCEDANT SUMMY CARLSON” is an all-round model of FT (FULLTILT) boots. Equipped with walk mode and compatible with tech binding, you can comfortably go on a backcountry tour with FT boots. And above all, it is an excellent product that can be used in any field. Tricks in the park and hard riding in the BC area are also possible. Pistes, parks, powder, backcountry and more, these boots are perfect for skiers who want to do just about anything.
Odashima
Recommend: Mountain shop Niseko 343 FT boots with a 3-piece structure (lower shell, rear upper shell, tongue) basic concept are top-class popular in the freestyle world. The brand with the highest repeat rate.
The reason for this is that the ankle has a large range of motion and the boots are rigid. Easy to put on and take off, warm innerwear, lightness of boots. In addition, the tightness of the wire buckle and the wrap-type intuition liner are a good match, and I think that it is supported by the fact that it is comfortable and does not reduce exercise performance.
Although it is an option, the flex of the tongue can be replaced, and consumable parts are also substantial, so there is a sense of security.
This ASCEDANT SAMMY CARLSON is the signature model of Sammy Carlson, a rider who has won numerous brilliant titles in the X-Games and is still very popular in the top scene. This season, it was added to one of the ASCENDANT series. Here is a video of him riding Sammy.
ATOMIC HAWX PRIME XTD 130 TECH GW
SIZE: 22/22.5 - 29/29.5 cm
WEIGHT: 1668g (26)
FLEX: 130
￥89,900 + tax
Backcountry boots that you definitely want to wear this season
Tatsumi
Recommend: SKI SHOP Vail New from this season, the MIMIC inner is heat moldable to fit your foot more accurately than ever before. The shell is also reinforced near the heel, increasing rigidity and providing high gliding performance.
Until now, the XTD series was favored by skiers with narrow feet, but with the introduction of the PIRIME XTD, I am grateful that I no longer have to choose the shape of my feet. These are the backcountry boots that you want to wear this season.
grip fork! Satisfied with both climbing and sliding
Fujisawa
Recommend: Ishii Sports Sapporo
It has more versatility than the conventional HAWX ULTRA XTD, with an emphasis on slipping, and an increase in the overall composition and the ability to use alpine bindings due to the grip walk. The inner material is also solid and can withstand hard use. Please pay attention to these boots that can satisfy both climbing and sliding.
ROXA
ELEMENT 100
SIZE: 24.5-30.5㎝
FLEX: 100
¥50,600 (tax included)
These high-performance boots are priced at 50,600 yen!
Takagi
Recommend: OFF-1
Easy to put on and take off, 3-piece construction for smooth knee movement, lightweight 45° buckle for excellent heel hold, outer shell and inner boots that fit wide Japanese feet with heat molding, and the latest grip. walk sole.
These high-performance boots are available at a very reasonable price of 50,600 yen including tax!! These are the best freestyle boots of the season.
Roxa is a brand that emphasizes the high quality and performance of Made in Italy. Glenn Plake is also a member who is supported by a team of athletes who work with engineers. Roxa's overview video is here.
DYNAFIT
HOJI FREE 130
SIZE: 25.0 - 29.5cm
WEIGHT: 1550g (27.5)
FLEXl: 130
￥120,000 + tax
You can ski aggressively with an emphasis on fit and stability!
Wasshi
Recommended: BLACK DIAMOND
An evolution of the ski boot series "HOJI" that professional freeride skier Eric Horeifson (Hoji) has been developing for many years.
Pursuing a more aggressive and high-performance slide, it is made tight with an emphasis on fit. In addition, by changing the material and shape of the shell, we have maximized the sense of stability in ski mode, and there is no doubt that you will be able to ski more aggressively than before.
A mini interview with "Hoji" who developed these boots!
"I really like the HOJI FREE 130, and I think it's a good start to further evolve the functionality of the tour boot. My ultimate goal in boot development is to consider performance both uphill and downhill. It's about creating the highest level of functionality boots ever, without compromising on one or the other.I've
been testing boots every day for two months now in Austria and Italy.What are you trying yet? I can't give you the details, but it's just the beginning of developing a completely new boot, and it's very exciting."
K2
MINDBENDER 110 ALLIANCE
SIZE : 22.5-27.5cm
FLEX: 110
WEIGHT: 1640g (26.5)
￥70,000 + tax
background to its popularity is the perfect balance between practicality and gliding performance.
Odashima
Recommend:
Mountain shop Niseko 343
There are many types of boot manufacturers, and it seems that high-performance boots based on feedback from competitive skiing are popular. However, Niseko 343 sells mainly models that can be heat-molded with boots that are warm and easy to put on and take off. I would like you to take your time and choose according to your purpose.
Although K2 is a late starter as a boot maker, they release updates and new models every year, and their boots are becoming more popular. In particular, we recommend the freeride type "MIND BENDER series" which was sold out on the way last year. Here is the rider review.
"K2 MINDBENDER 110 ALLIANCE Size used: 23.5cm"
I think that the perfect balance of practicality and gliding performance, and the appropriate coexistence of contradictory elements, has led to its popularity in stores. In terms of practicality, the industry's top class lightness and range of motion in walk mode are very attractive.
Also, when the walk mode is turned on, the lever goes up, so you don't have to step on the hem of the wear, and the inner part is turned back to make climbing more comfortable. And I think it's also a part that leads to lightness, but by changing the thickness and hardness of the shell depending on the part, he doesn't have the peculiar crunchy feeling of boots with walk mode, and the sticky flex feels good to glide. I thought it was connected to It felt a little softer than the set flex value, but I think it's a nice flex.
NORDICA
STRIDER PRO 130 DYN
SIZE: 22.5-31.0cm
WEIGHT: 1910g(26.5)
FLEX: 130
¥97,900 (tax included)
TECNICA COCHISE
130 DYN GW
SIZE: 22.0-31.0cm
WEIGHT: 2035g(27.5)
FLEX: 130
￥86,900 (tax included)
TECNICA COCHISE 130 DYN GW
point of the upper shell creates a difference in feeling. 2 models that I would like to recommend according to the slip
Mr. Amari
Recommend: Ishii Sports Shinjuku West Exit
I think that TECNICA and NORDICA are like brother brands. While the two brands are very similar in flavor when it comes to racing products, they are interestingly different when it comes to backcountry products. The point of difference that I consider important is the "flexing point of the upper shell".
TECNICA has a feeling of flexing around the bottom of the 3rd buckle, but NORDICA has a feeling of flexing around the bottom of the 4th buckle. What is the impact on slippage? That being said, skiers who use up-and-down movement and use their body to match the movement of the ski, TECNICA is easier to adjust to the movement of FAT skis because the shins can be put in and the boot response is mellow. . "COCHISE" is good for all mountain.
NORDICA gives the exact opposite impression, feeling quite close to alpine boots (racing type). The response of the boot is sharp, and the sides of the boot are well-combined. "TECNICA" is recommended for skiers who want to move. If you are looking for a feeling similar to alpine boots, "NORDICA" would be it. If you have a chance to put your feet in at the store, this
We want you to feel the difference between the two brands!
FULLTILT DROPKICK PRO
SIZE: 22.5-31.5cm
FLEX: 90
￥70,000 + tax
Easy to put on and take off, light weight, good fit and good flex
Ikeda
Recommend: PAPASU free skiing (mainly slopes, parks, and moguls). Lightweight and easy to put on and take off. It also features an INTUTION inner that can be heat-molded for a great fit.
And the softer flex will follow you from the park, moguls, slopes to side country. But there are other boots that are just soft. So no, why are FT boots better? This is important!
FT boots have the characteristic that power is transmitted obediently in the direction in which the foot bends. This is not only a feature of the FT, but a feature of 3-piece boots. It is suitable for free skiing because it is easy to do simple bending and stretching exercises. Easy to put on and take off, it's light, fits well and has a good flex. This is why I recommend FT boots.
K2
RECON PRO
SIZE : 24.5-30.5cm
WEIGHT: 1740g (26.5)
FLEX: 140
￥89,000 + tax
K2 RECON PRO
boots meet what
you want
Mr. Tabira
Recommend: Denkraft
This "RECON series" perfectly clears the two elements of "easy to put on and take off" and "lightweight" that skiers of all kinds want in common. And the important "warmth" is the same as other manufacturers. (There is RECON 120 MV HEAT for cold measures)
What I felt when I put on this series and skied is that lightness is also related to ski operation, in other words, "lightness is also a weapon." These boots are easy to put on, light, and have good ski operability. Please try it on at a shop near you. I want to slip when I wear them. These are such boots.
Mr. Tabira, the owner of "Dencraft", "Boot Story"
What do you want from ski boots these days?
There are a wide variety of skiers, including people who enjoy ski slopes, race-oriented people, people who want to enjoy mountains such as backcountry and sidecountry, and even gender and age. 1. Boots that are easy to put on and take off.
2. Boots that are lighter than heavy boots.
3. Boots that are warmer than cold boots
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After that, it will be a bargain with performance and function, so I recommend "boots that will lose if you don't wear them", "K2 SKI Boots". K2 is a trailing manufacturer when it comes to boots. K2 started with the establishment of a laboratory for research on ski boots. We gathered boots from all over the world and collected data on all boots using our own measuring instrument. What I discovered was that the most common practice in all boot makers was the loss of performance. What was found in this discovery is "Spyne". Spyne is a rear-mounted Y-shaped support that provides extra strength and power to the energy interlock, allowing it to move forwards and backwards. It maximizes flex efficiency and lateral rigidity, and exhibits high response on any terrain.
The first time I wore K2 SKI Boots was at the 2013 Karuizawa Ski Resort test ride event. My foot size is 24 cm, and the test boots I wore are 26 cm, but the skis drop automatically at the start of the turn, and they respond quickly to the preceding movement of the upper body. I was surprised that this is the performance of "Spyne".
And these performances are inherited as they are, and K2 SKI Boots has changed to the second generation since last year. That is the "RECON Series". K2 SKI Boots are finally getting the attention of the world. With the introduction of the MINDBENDER backcountry boot, light and responsive boots like alpine boots were in the spotlight. However, I dare to recommend the RECON series.
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