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How old is too old

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squidwardz
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Title says it all. Are 2010 FT too old to ride?
all ready been boot fitted for Fts and I found a 2010 model I like

**This thread was edited on Dec 13th 2022 at 5:39:51pm
Dec 13 2022 5:38PM
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bootspace
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as long as they’re still in working order. i got a pair of 2011 booters that i’m rockin until my new ones get to the shop, and i wore them all last season and no problems
Dec 13 2022 5:45PM
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squidwardz
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Still worth it if one one them has a buckle that’s broken?
Dec 13 2022 5:47PM
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deelonmusk
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Eh, plastic can start to degrade after ~5 years, so they might be more brittle, especially if they've been exposed to UV.
Dec 13 2022 5:51PM
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bootspace
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squidwardzStill worth it if one one them has a buckle that’s broken?


mine are missing the middle buckle and i’ve definitely got a little heel lift but they let me ride so it’s fine with me
Dec 13 2022 5:52PM
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OFF3P
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I habe 10 year old dropkicks and i like them just would be nice to have a liner.
Some of the buckles are sliding way to fast but once you get it in the right spot its good
Dec 14 2022 11:08AM
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MaimHelp
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never too old

**This post was edited on Dec 14th 2022 at 12:29:58pm
Dec 14 2022 12:29PM
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japanada
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Just make sure the heels and toes are still in spec.
Dec 15 2022 9:45PM
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