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Best Flex for Big Mountain/Freeride Skiing
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I'm looking to compete in state and regional comps this year for big mountain, and I'm looking for new boots. Price is no problem, I have an internship at a custom ski shop and have got a shit ton saved up for boots this year. I'm riding 2017 Faction Candide 3.0's, I weigh 115, and I'm 5'6".
I went to go try on boots (Salomon QST 120's, Lange Freetour 130's) and the shop pro was surprised that I could flex 120's no problem. That aside, what is the optimum boot flex for big mountain skiing? OR any other recommended boots for what I'm doing?
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Boots tend to feel softer in the warm store than out on the hill.
Your boot fitter can determine what boot and flex you should ski.
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Boot flex has no standard across companies and how different boots fit your feet affects how you flex them as well. All in all your best bet is to find a QUALIFIED bootfitter that won't be surprised when a 115lb kid can flex a 120 boot in the shop.
I rode salomon quest 120s when I was about your weight and I thought they flexed really well for some steep aggressive riding. Now I'm like 140lbs 6' and ski the quest max 130 which is a bit stiffer and more progressive of a flex than the old 120 or the cheaper model with 130 flex. Anyways boot flex number is pretty vague measurement and a good boot fitter will understand what flex you need, even if you are trying boots in a warm shop. And I only mention the quest boots because those fit me very well.
Usually a quick google search for the best bootfitter in your area will set you in the right direction
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