In the middle of the season, manufacturers are already holding exhibitions in various places where new models for the 2023-2024 season will be unveiled. At various places such as the manufacturer's own solo exhibitions, collective trade shows, and test rides on the snow, we asked the manufacturer's PR staff about the hottest new models and hot topics for the 2023-2024 season.
This time, the topic of REXXAM, a famous Japanese boots brand used by moguls Yukima Horishima and Aiko Uemura in competition scenes around the world, will be presented at the "SNOW SPORTS Joint Exhibition" (held from February 14th to Sunday @ Pacifico Yokohama). ).
The design and colors have been updated for the 2023-2024 season!
One of the big changes for the 2023-24 season is the color and design changes. The R-EVO has a color change from last year's passion orange to a fiery red, and the XX-related freestyle model has a black design like this. By the way, XX-LIMITED was jointly developed with Yukima Horishima. It is said that black was Horishima's strong request.
The inside has changed!
The 2023-2024 season will be a year of many changes to the innerwear. Until last season, the R-EVO-M was equipped with an H (hard) inner, but in the 2023-2024 season, it will be equipped with an inner called "H22", the same as the R-EVO-S. Last year, R-EVO PLUS adopted the inner that was included in last year's R-EVO-M last year for the 110 and 120 hard flex model numbers. Soft boots with a flex of 100 or less, including the XX series, are equipped with a newly developed soft inner called "S inner / SS inner".
In particular, the "SS inner" has a tongue sewn in so far, but this season, in order to improve the fit, the tongue can be removed, and the ankle position can be adjusted to improve the fit. Further improved.
Points for choosing boots seen in R-EVO and R-EVO PLUS
This time, Mr. Namekata, who attended the REXXAM booth at the exhibition, told us about it.
“Everyone has a different way of choosing boots. There are competitors who choose boots strictly for their technical goals, and there are users who want to enjoy a leisurely day. Whatever boots you choose will match your ski style and preferences. Or, I would like you to cherish the selection of boots that match your purpose.
For example, if you compare the R-EVO and R-EVO PLUS, you can see that the R-EVO has a dense and finely uneven contact surface on the bottom of the foot, making it extremely rigid. On the other hand, the R-EVO PLUS intentionally has an uneven structure with many gaps. Rigidity is completely different when compared.
The bottom of the foot is very important for the basic performance of the boot, so the harder the sole, the more solid and hard you can ride in both freeriding and alpine skiing. From this, I think it can be said that the concept is that the R-EVO is for those who ski hard, and the R-EVO PLUS is for those who enjoy skiing. If you want to keep skating from morning to evening all day long, I think it would be more comfortable to wear the PLUS.
In addition, it is important to have inner boots that match the soles of your feet. Even R-EVO PLUS users who prefer flexes like 120 want a certain amount of glide, so we've made it possible for them to choose a slightly harder inner for that amount.
The good thing about REXXAM is that you can buy just the innerwear because it is produced in Japan. With overseas brands, the innerwear is already included and imported, so it's not flexible, but with REXXAM, you can freely arrange the innerwear as well. If you are an early order party, you can replace it with an upgraded inner for a few thousand yen and deliver it. In addition, we are continuing to sell forming innerwear, so we are preparing for an additional 10,000 to 15,000 yen.
When it comes to boots, REXXAM is your one stop shop for what you want. REXXAM has a wide range of models and sizes that you can choose from, so please give it a try.”
▼ Explanation video of REXXAM boots (Mr. Namekata)
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