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Touring Ski Boot HELP

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lbejta
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Hi guys

I need help on deciding for my new ski boot, currently on Dalbello Proton 12 Carbon 120/130 Flex.

My new requirements, Touring boot walk mode a must, Flex 100, Last 98mm-100mm

Currently looking at:

Salomon Quest max 100 ( Really like the 360 moldable option ) afraid that 100 flex on this boots is soft. Also been told and read that is heavier then other touring boots. Would i tell the difference, It's probably lighter than my current Dalbello Proton.

Dalbello Sherpa / Virus ID

Any other suggestion.

I ski mostly powder my skis are LINE Pollard Opus and Line THE 130 Fat.

I am looking at comfortable boots, it's a must i am tired with my current boots every time i get to the bottom i need to unbuckle them they are so stiff. I get the performance on the way down but doesn't pay off with hassle i go through every day / season.

Thought on Salomon quest max.... ????

Thank you in advance.



Jul 25 2013 4:37AM
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tomPietrowski
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The quest is a gret boot and your right about the custom shell it allows the boot to fit nearly any foot. They are quite soft though so maybe try the 120 at the same time a d see which you prefer flex wise. They certainly are not a light boot but you may infact find you end up wearing them all the time if your current boots are not fitting too well. They ski really well for a crossover boot and you can put a lot of power through them. You can also this season get tech insert soles for them which may be a bonus. So overall if your looking for a boot which you can really ski hard on the way back down when touring they are a great option. If your looking for a really light setup then maybe not.
Jul 25 2013 4:49AM
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shr@gler
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New lange xt may be worth a look too.
Jul 25 2013 5:26AM
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VD.
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What bindings are you using and what kind of lengths of tours do you plan on doing?
Jul 25 2013 6:24AM
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lbejta
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Binding Marker Jester Szhizo reason is we use the lift up to 2000m altitude and then we walk another 1000m depends where we chose the lines. Also i don't use skins i Cary my skis on my Dakine Pro backpack since the route to the top is steep.

Also the reason why i have Jester Schizo is that when we lack of powder i push my bindings forward so i can get to hard pack, rails and jumps on my LINE POLLARD OPUS.

So that being said i just need the walk mode on those hiking steps to be comfortable uphill.... and also be comfortable all day without unbuckling them on each ride down.

Link of the mountain where we ski do get the idea.


Also thanks on reply's guys.

Jul 25 2013 6:54AM
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tomPietrowski
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Yeah for what your looking for I think the quest 120 it maybe even 130 would be good. Your not after a touring boot as much as a boot which will work for boot packing but then ski really well on the way back down. Would you say that is right? I would certainly go try the quest, the Lange and atomic options may be worth a try too. The benefit of the salomon is it really will fit almost any foot and you can get any flex you want.
Jul 25 2013 7:02AM
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VD.
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Nice video, looks like the mountain has a tonne of potential.

To be honest if you're just boot packing, a full on tech boot like a Sherpa would be overkill,.I'd say you're better off looking at the boots labelled as freeride, with a 'hike and ride' function. Here's just a few different boots you might want to take a look at, make sure to try before you buy and get fitted.

Atomic Tracker 130
Lange XT 130 (or any of the other softer flexing models)
Salomon Quest Max 120 (or any of the other softer flexing models)
Scarpa Typhoon
Technica Cochise 120
Garmont Delerium 130 (or any of the other softer flexing models)
Scarpa Hurricane Pro
Rossignol AllTrack Pro 130
Lange Super Blaster (or any of the other softer flexing models)
Icelantic First Degree Storm Trooper ST2
Nordica Hell and Back Hike EXP
Jul 25 2013 7:23AM
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.MASSHOLE.
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Walk mode would be great for this but is also somewhat of overkill. If youre only bootpacking chances are youre going up some pretty steep stuff, negating the use of most of the ROM of the walk mode.

So find a boot that fits, if it has a walk mode, great, if not dont sweat it.

But as someone else posted, ANYTHING that is fully a tech boot is probably overkill to the max.
Jul 25 2013 7:40AM
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Pipe_Munky
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Are you looking for a real AT boot or would a boot with a walk mode suffice? I only ask because you say you're looking at the Dalbello Virus and you're coming out of a Proton 12. Both are different boots with different purposes.

Sounds like you might be a good candidate for the new Dalbello Pantera 120. You get the benefits of a 3 piece design in a great package that closes the gap between an alpine and AT boot.

K2 is also coming out with the Pinnacle 130 next season. 130 flex alpine boot with a hike mode.
Jul 25 2013 9:54AM
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LC.
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This. Walk mode is a luxury but not necessary. Just get something that fits and loosen them up for the ascent, no big deal.
Jul 26 2013 10:38AM
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disco2000
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The I've been on the Quest max 100's since last year, they're my first "serious" boot, and I definitely like them. I've got pretty skinny feet with high arches and a really tall instep, and after 2-3 moldings, they feel pretty damn good now, although I think I need to get some insoles.
If you do get them, try a size smaller than what you'd usually wear, I ended up going a full size smaller than what I first tried, and although I could barely fit my feet into them at first after molding and breaking in, they're really nice and snug now.
I did do a short day tour with them last winter, and was comfortable throughout, and they definitely feet solid and responsive on the way down.

I think my only gripe with the boot is that they are quite upright and snow seems to stick to the heel more than other boots.

Jul 26 2013 8:46PM
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SSchepkowski
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Theirs no telling in what boot will be best for you with out knowing your foot shape. go to a couple ski shops and get them to tell you what boots of theirs will fit you best, try it on and decide if you like it, these guys are paid and trained to do this so hopefully they had a good trainer and wont fuck you up!

In my case I have a decently wide upper foot (broke my toes and it reshaped both my feet due to a too big of boot), a small heel and a high instep. The technica cochise 120 and 130 work for me perfectly! Im 5'10" 5'11" about 160 and a really aggressive skier.

Don't buy online seriously! you need to try the boot on! I would go Intuition forsure I ordered intuitions right when I got mine, havent used the stock liners at all, get a good foot bed as well! a foot bed can make the boot. + you have a brand new liner with your boot when you wanna sell it.

If you need to travel to ski shops to get the right boot, do it!
Hope this helps, cheers! good luck!
Jul 26 2013 10:20PM
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