Well, I figured I'd throw this thread in to build on the discussion about our new boot fitter by discussing the boots that you're in now and why you like them. Maybe past models you've liked or not liked as well.
I spent 1998-2004 skiing in the good old Dolomite VXR Comps and loved them. They propelled me forward and I liked the 'select your settings' modes for stiffness and cant. Very versatile boot and I was sad to see them go, but fluorescent yellow was out of style :lol:
In October 2004 I picked up some Dalbello Avanti V-10's, which were fit to my feet and whoa, can I ski better! A stiffer boot that really performs well and gives me more control over my skis. Comfy and well built with some commonsense features (easy on and easy off, micro buckles, stiffness settings). And when my babies were injured on a bad chairlift load at Pats Peak, Dalbello and my retailer helped me out by fixing the buckles FOR FREE :beer: I was drawn to the more expensive Technica Diablo Flames (too many D's in this thread to keep track of :roll: :lol: ), but these are a better alternative at a more reasonable price. Definitely going to want Dalbellos in the future :beer: I was skeptical, but they really kick a$$ and heck, Glenn Plake skis in them :wink:
I've also had old Nordica Boots (real old, but worked well) as well as an ancient set of Salomon Top Loaders that Ms. Trailboss used for a short stint (comfy and fun! ). Ms. TB loves her new Lange Comp 100's that fit her well. Great supportive boot.
I spent 1998-2004 skiing in the good old Dolomite VXR Comps and loved them. They propelled me forward and I liked the 'select your settings' modes for stiffness and cant. Very versatile boot and I was sad to see them go, but fluorescent yellow was out of style :lol:
In October 2004 I picked up some Dalbello Avanti V-10's, which were fit to my feet and whoa, can I ski better! A stiffer boot that really performs well and gives me more control over my skis. Comfy and well built with some commonsense features (easy on and easy off, micro buckles, stiffness settings). And when my babies were injured on a bad chairlift load at Pats Peak, Dalbello and my retailer helped me out by fixing the buckles FOR FREE :beer: I was drawn to the more expensive Technica Diablo Flames (too many D's in this thread to keep track of :roll: :lol: ), but these are a better alternative at a more reasonable price. Definitely going to want Dalbellos in the future :beer: I was skeptical, but they really kick a$$ and heck, Glenn Plake skis in them :wink:
I've also had old Nordica Boots (real old, but worked well) as well as an ancient set of Salomon Top Loaders that Ms. Trailboss used for a short stint (comfy and fun! ). Ms. TB loves her new Lange Comp 100's that fit her well. Great supportive boot.