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Originally Posted by wa-loaf  I've always had a love hate relationship with my boots. I usually got good performance out of them, but with a some sort of compromise in comfort. Now finally I've got the best performing boots I've had (Nordica Hot Rod Top Fuels) and after going to a boot fitter (Jeff Bokum) I'm balanced and comfortable all day. The only thing negative I have to say is that the instep is really stiff and makes it really tough to get in and out of.
Here's to my boots!  |
I have a pair of Tecnica Diablo Flames, and overall they fit my foot quite well...I have a low instep, and I really like how I don't have to crank down the buckles. The other nice feature of the boots is the hinged cuff, which makes getting into and out of the boots a lot easier.
My biggest problem has been in the footbed arches...for the first few runs of the day I usually get cramping in my arches. Once that settles down, the foot is very well situated in the boot and they are comfortable. I could get them "softened" but somehow I think that would compromise the fit once my feet warm up. Just have to remember to use the tennis ball like Jeff told me...
As far as performance is concerned, they seem to be fine for my level of skiing. In all honesty, the boot fit was more important.