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snowmonster · Nov 20, 2007, 1:37 PM

I've used my new boots twice -- Lange WC 120.

First day was tough -- I had pain in the inner part of my right ankle. It became pretty unbearable. The forward lean was also a little bit too much. But, since I wasn't in fighting form, I figured that my screaming thighs were probably caused by my lack of exercise. I gave the boots a mulligan and decided to speed up the packing out process by walking around the house with my boots on.

Day 2 was better. The pain last week was gone but it had moved to the outer part of my right foot. Pain wasn't too much though and I could ski well albeit with some discomfort. I guess the liner is molding to my foot. I started noticing the boot's performance though. Pretty solid. Turns were snappier. I was controlling the boot (and ski) more. My ankle was locked down in place and I was able to feather my edges on ice/harpack. In short, I got the kind of performance and ability to make fine adjustments that I was hoping for. The forward lean issue was also gone. I guess I'm getting into better shape. Feels more comfortable now. I may ski on the boot a couple of times more then see Jeff to make tweaks.

The R11 Mutix is still in its box. Will probably have it mounted after Thanksgiving. I tried bending them and, boy, those skis are stiff!

Nov 20, 2007, 1:37 PM	#10 (permalink)
snowmonster Stowe - December 31, 2007 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In my mind, northern New England Posts: 742	I've used my new boots twice -- Lange WC 120. First day was tough -- I had pain in the inner part of my right ankle. It became pretty unbearable. The forward lean was also a little bit too much. But, since I wasn't in fighting form, I figured that my screaming thighs were probably caused by my lack of exercise. I gave the boots a mulligan and decided to speed up the packing out process by walking around the house with my boots on. Day 2 was better. The pain last week was gone but it had moved to the outer part of my right foot. Pain wasn't too much though and I could ski well albeit with some discomfort. I guess the liner is molding to my foot. I started noticing the boot's performance though. Pretty solid. Turns were snappier. I was controlling the boot (and ski) more. My ankle was locked down in place and I was able to feather my edges on ice/harpack. In short, I got the kind of performance and ability to make fine adjustments that I was hoping for. The forward lean issue was also gone. I guess I'm getting into better shape. Feels more comfortable now. I may ski on the boot a couple of times more then see Jeff to make tweaks. The R11 Mutix is still in its box. Will probably have it mounted after Thanksgiving. I tried bending them and, boy, those skis are stiff! __________________ To you from failing hands we throw the torch. Be yours to hold it high.