Recommended ski boots | 2022-23 season attention! These are the pro shop's "highly rated" review boots!

One of the pro shop's strengths is its ability to evaluate products from multiple perspectives and compare numerous brands based on the wealth of knowledge it has accumulated and the opinions of its users. So we asked the pro shop about these excellent ski boots, which they said, "I want you to try them on at the store at least once" and "they're highly rated." Which is the 2022-23 season's ``recommended pair'' from a professional shop full of expertise and ski love? !

Recommended ski boots for the 2022-2023 season

TECNICA｜COCHISE LIGHT DYN GW

This light weight makes it suitable for any situation

◆ Official HP / https://www.tecnica-group.com/

Despite its lightness, the boots respond well and are excellent for any situation! The range of motion in walk mode is also wide, reducing stress during hikes.

Reviewer
AlpenOutdoorsFlagshipStore Kashiwa Store
SKI Advisor / Noriji Okayama

K2｜DIVERGE SC

Sammy Carlson's signature model, for those who want to do anything

◆ Official HP / https://k2snow.com/ja-jp

Sammy Carlson's signature model. Equipped with walk mode and compatible with tech binding. There is a walk mode, but there is no problem even if it is used for park riding. These boots are recommended for those who want to do anything. It is good that there are few failures even if it is used for hardware.

Reviewer
TRUNKBASE
Owner / Mikiya Tanno

ATOMIC | HAWX ULTRA XTD 130 CT GW

Tight fit with 4 buckles recommended for those with narrow feet

◆ Official HP / https://atomicsnow.jp/

Although it has 4 buckles, it is lightweight and has a tight fit, so it is recommended for people with narrow feet. These shoes are perfect for skiers who want to ski in a HIKE&RIDE style. There are 130, 120, 115, and 95 flexes. Also, if you have wide feet, choose the HAWX PRIME XTD.

Reviewer
COMPASS HOUSE
Advisor / Yoshihiro Murai

ATOMIC | HAWX PRIME XTD 130 CT GW

Firmly supports sliding from long tours to slopes

◆ Official HP / https://atomicsnow.jp/

Wide PRIME feels better to hold from the ankle down

With this lightness and this holding feeling, I felt that it was almost perfect for use in BC. I thought the "Ultra" would be better suited for my slender feet, so I tried comparing them, but the wide one has a better hold from the ankle down, and it feels like it's firmly transmitted to skiing. was there. The switch between walk mode and ski mode is also firmly fixed, giving you a sense of security.

Reviewer
PeakPerformance Sapporo
staff / Taiki Mikami

Perfect for those who want to walk while sliding firmly!

It has a suitable weight and boot rigidity for those who want to walk while sliding firmly. The molding power of the mimic inner is high, and there is a firm hold feeling. Since the shell can also be thermally formed, it is safe to use it trouble-free. The range of motion in walk mode also has enough range of motion for seal climbing.

Reviewer
SKI SHOP VAIL
Staff / Sota Umino

Enjoy all types of snow with this one unit

Although it is a relatively lightweight model with a length of 26.5 cm and a weight of 1599 g, it has a solid sense of rigidity and supports long tours as well as skiing including slopes. MIMIC inner boots with a perfect balance that is not too heavy and not too delicate, and a heat moldable shell called "MEMORYFIT" that has both a sense of hold when skiing and a light feeling when hiking. will fit the mold.

Reviewer
Ishii Sports Sapporo store
BC ski manager / Hiroki Fujino

DALBELLO ｜ KRYPTON 130 TI ID

It is good to be tech compatible for approach while specializing in slipping

◆Official HP／ http://www.mdvsports.co.jp/

Tech-ready freeride boots that specialize in sliding. Unlike "LUPO", the tongue cannot be removed, so the flex and rebound are solid, giving the impression that it puts an emphasis on sliding! Still, when approaching, it's even better to be tech-friendly!

Reviewer
Ishii Sports Links Umeda Store
Staff / Mio Suekami

SCARPA | MAESTRALE XT

Perfect for climbing and enjoying the slide in the backcountry

◆ Official HP / https://www.lostarrow.co.jp/scarpa/

These boots are perfect for the backcountry scene where you enjoy climbing and sliding. Lightweight and comfortable footbed keeps you comfortable during long activities. In addition, it has a firm hold and rigidity when sliding, so it has the performance to handle any kind of sliding.

Reviewer
TOYRU
store manager / Mr. Minoru Takanashi

K2｜METHOD

Comfortable with overwhelming ease of foot insertion and wide shell!

◆ Official HP / https://k2snow.com/ja-jp

Entry model of 3-piece construction boots popular in the freestyle genre. The overwhelming ease of putting your feet in and the wide shell provide outstanding comfort. The flexible ankle construction and soft flex tongue give you a lot of freedom of movement, but also make the ski easy to maneuver in low speed situations. Both the inner and outer can be thermoformed. For advanced skiers, we recommend a higher-end model with a stiffer flex.

Reviewer
OFF-1
Staff / Keiji Takagi

K2｜METHOD PRO W

The warmest K2 lineup ever. There is also a design that is perfect for the genderless era ◎

◆ Official HP / https://k2snow.com/ja-jp

Is it for women because "W" is attached to the name?

It's nonsense to decide that. Because it expands to 27.5 cm! In fact, except for the small numbers, it is almost the same as the men's spec, and is a versatile flex that we want to deliver to skiers who want to enjoy skiing freely. These are nice boots that are easier on your wallet than men's models. The look that can be coordinated coolly by both men and women is perfect for the age of genderlessness. In fact, the K2 lineup is the warmest ever! When your feet warm up, your body and mind will warm up, and it will bring out your potential as a skier.

Reviewer
NATURAL
Staff / Seiko Tsuji

K2｜MINDBENDER120

It supports light sliding without stress even if you wear it all day.

◆ Official HP / https://k2snow.com/ja-jp

Lightweight (1,675 grams, 26.5 centimeters) and PEBAX material on the instep is devised, so you can put it on and take it off without stress.

In walk mode, a range of motion of 50 degrees is secured, so I'm happy that I'm less exhausted on tour. In addition, the last is a medium size of 98 mm, but the shell can be thermoformed, so it can fit people with wide feet. As an option, you can change the sole from GRIP WALK to ALL MOUNTAIN sole, so you can use bindings that are not compatible with GRIP WALK. The response is lower than alpine boots, but above all, boots that support light sliding without stress even if you wear them all day.

Reviewer
Mountain shop Niseko 343
Owner / Katsuhiko Odashima

Tour boots for pins that are active without giving up on slipping

Especially recommended for those who are looking for a tour boot that is active and can handle pins. Great fit to accommodate most foot types. Light yet moist outer shell. Calm color and design. This one pair is OK from the slopes to the backcountry.

Reviewer
recommendation:
Mr. Takao Ban, owner of ski&snowboard shop Narrows

SCARPA | 4-QUATTRO XT

Very good for those who are particular about the grip around the ankle and those who want to slide firmly.

◆ Official HP / https://www.lostarrow.co.jp/scarpa/

I have high hopes for these boots. With an operating range of about 60 degrees, a hardness equivalent to 140, and a forward tilt angle of 17 degrees, it is quite competitive at this point. It seems to be especially effective for big line riding! I think it's a very user-friendly boot for users who have alpine and basic skiing as their backbone. On the other hand, it's a specification that seems to come out bluntly whether it fits or not, so when considering it, please consult with a knowledgeable staff at the shop.

Reviewer
Ishii Sports Kofu Store
Staff / Yuki Amari

K2 | RECON120

Derived from the extremely popular MINDBENDER series! Keep fit

◆ Official HP / https://k2snow.com/ja-jp

Derived from the hugely popular MINDBENDER series of boots compatible with Pintech!
The lightweight MINDBENDER walk system and tech system are omitted, and the fit is the same! I think these boots are perfect for FREESTYLE.

Reviewer
Recommend:
Sanwa Sports Websports Head/Shinji Oguchi

Comfortable, lightweight, and holds well

Boots that are comfortable, lightweight, and hold up well. The last is 100mm and comfortable. Users with slim toes can also choose 98mm. The feeling that the inner leg is put in is solid. 　

Reviewer
Recommend:
D-RIDE store manager/Tasaku Nishimura

K2 | REVOLVER PRO

The best recommendation from the K2 FLEX series that inherited the FT boots!

◆ Official HP / https://k2snow.com/ja-jp

"FT" which got great support from free skiers.

Although it was regretted, it ended as a brand, but the "K2 FLEX series" inherited it. Among them, the most recommended is "REVOLVER PRO", REVOLVER shell boots with wrap inners. It's easy to understand when it comes to boots that inherited last season's model "DROPKICK PRO". The flex was 100, but I think it's a good flex feeling considering the ease of use of the ankle. The specs are the same as "CLASSIC PRO". We can't help but look forward to the popular 3-piece boots "K2 FLEX series" for free skiers.

Reviewer
PAPASU
Owner / Mr. Toshiya Ikeda

SCARPA | TX PRO

Telemark compatible boots that can be arranged to suit your feet at a high level

◆ Official HP／https://www.lostarrow.co.jp/scarpa/

Telemark ski boots have few options in the first place.

Among them, boots that can accommodate a relatively wide variety of foot types. If you mold the thermoformed inner boot, you will have a boot that fits your feet at a high level. Although it has a 4-buckle structure, I personally like the fact that the 2nd buckle at the ankle keeps it from the ankle to the heel so that the foot doesn't play around inside the boot, which is why I recommend it.

Reviewer
OutdoorSpeciality MOOSE
store manager/Mr. Yoshizumi