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In words
Intro
The years go by but its appeal hasn't diminished, as it's one of the most versatile boots in the Light category and beyond; it can handle touring and freeride skis (and is ubiquitous in the freeride capital of the Alps, Chamonix). Comfort e sciabilità i suoi plus, il peso sale un po' rispetto ai più leggeri della categoria, mentre la mobilità del gambetto è minore rispetto ai migliori. Ma è tutto molto in equilibrio e adatto all'utilizzo trasversale tra le categorie, senza tralasciare il prezzo interessante.
Walking
Not up there with the best in terms of cuff rotation, and by the best we mean those encroaching on the Race category, but it's more than adequate for a Light/Tour boot; the real difference is in the aft motion on the flat or in a dip. The foot is well supported (it feels like you're wearing a custom insole) with just enough room around the muscles in the sole to aid driving without tiring the legs.
Lab
Entry is relatively easy for a boot in this class (especially considering its particularly technical fit), made even more so by the fact you can open one side of the tongue. The BOA dial wraps the foot without creating any pressure points, aided by the well-designed fit. The ski/walk mechanism sits flush with the boot without getting in the way, the buckle strap is easy to adjust with gloves on and the additional power strap holds firm.
Skiing
If it's back among the tested boots years after its launch, the odd upgrade aside, it's because it skis so well, even on wider sticks (up to 100 mm no problem, 110 for good riders), which is why its one of the most popular on the market. Its rear support isn't up for discussion, but the difference with other Light models is its ability to hold the edge and really drive the ski, more similar to an overlap or four-buckle. La vestibilità tecnica in pianta che si apprezza in salita non richiede necessariamente un serraggio in più in discesa: secondo noi per la maggioranza degli sciatori è sufficiente chiudere il gambetto e passare in modalità ski, ma il Boa è talmente immediato che permette di trovare la migliore personalizzazione velocemente.
Technical specifications
LINER MATERIALS
Grilamid, Pebax (tongue)
SHELL MATERIALS
Grilamid
INSERT TYPE
Quick-Step-in
Buckle description
BOA dial and Fast Buckle cuff closure + removable strap
Sole description
Scarpa UFO EVO sole in Vibram TOP 85
Liner description
Pro Flex Evo
Thermal value
B
No. of buckles
2
Lean forward
20°/22°
Available sizes
24.5–31 mp
Released in
2020
Made in
Italy
Price
669 €
Sustainability
Use of natural materials. Designed for recycling: boot developed so that it can be disassembled and repaired.
Declared specsMeasured by us
We measured the measure 27 to get all the details
1.260 gr
Individual weight
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Liner weight
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Shell weight
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297 mm
External shell length
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External shell width
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Inner shell width
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Pin distance
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Force to 20° back
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Force to 20° forward
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62 °
Cuff ROM
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N/A
Maximum cuff height
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Maximum tongue height
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Maximum forefoot width
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N/A
Maximum ankle width
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N/A
Sole thickness at toe
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102 mm
Min. last width
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102 mm
Max. last width
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