20 Best Snowboard Boots For Men (2023 Updated)

Great quality boot. Have used about 10 times now. Sized exactly right, though the European sizing in the Burton chart is off. I am exactly European size 40 and the 9. 5 is perfect. I’ve had Burton’s speed-lacing system before and love it: lots of customizability and fast, plus doesn’t budge all day.

I like that I can get these really tight on top, keep my heel locked in with the inner lace, but keep the toe box a bit looser. I have relatively wide feet but a narrow heel and this women’s boot really is a much, much better fit for exactly that than the unisex boots I’ve had before.

They do feel a bit harder on the tongue than my previous Burtons, which made it a bit less comfortable on the first few days, but also making me hopeful that it will maintain stiffness a bit longer than those previous boots did.

Overall the materials, finishes, and craftsmanship indeed look superior and like it will hold up incredibly well. Well worth the price, in my opinion!.

I ordered the Burton Ruler BOA in regular width (size 7) and the Burton Ruler (non BOA) in wide (Size 7) and the two boots are exactly the same width!! They are also not very wide to begin with, pretty average width for mens boots, probably a C or between a C and D width.

Compared to Women’s boots, Ride and K2 boots are the same width if not wider, and Burton men’s boots are definitely wider than Burton women’s boots. Maybe the width is wider for larger sizes but for size 7, the fit is identical! The instep seemed fine and I have slightly higher than average instep as well, though I didn’t try the boots on for too long.

The speed lace system also can never get the shin/calf tightness as tight and secure as the BOAs so I would definitely recommend the BOAs over the speed lace system, especially since the BOA version is a true double BOA.

Evo rates the stiffness as a 6 and I would say they are similar or softer than the Ride Hera which they rate as a 5. Then again they rated the K2 kinsley as a 3 and I would say those are also a 5. The Burton Ruler I would rate as medium stiff or slightly softer than medium stiffness.

Perhaps a 4.

I got the sizing with the regular Rulers and then thought I’d be fine with the Step On versions because they should basically be the same shoe right? No they’re not. They’re extremely tight to the point where it gets uncomfortable after 30 minutes.

I wanted to switch it out with the 8. 5s, but the employee there was an absolute bloke and just would not let me walk away with the 8. 5s. He kept swearing that after a heat mold and the hydraulic press, my feet would feel comfortable.

Turns out he’s wrong. I want to get these shoes off immediately and the guy at the store wasted about 2 hours of my time. Not only that, the size I need is sold out now. Thanks REI. Shoutout to the other dude that was getting all angry towards any customer that had questions and had a strange superiority complex and wouldn’t cut it off until someone confronted him and said “did I do anything to peees you off because if not your attitude needs to go.

” Jesus Santa Monica REI is terrible.

I love these boots, and I have owned some terrible and wonderful boots over the years. I’m am east coast riding, so I’m half dead in my mid-30’s, from taking hits in the LACK of pow haha. These boots keep me well supported while riding in a variety of conditions.

While they are (maybe) unsuitable for an absolute beginner and certainly no good for a pro, hitting huge gaps and needing ultra-stiffness to make their setup precise enough for aggressive pipe-slaying, they are perfect for those that are not looking to get the gold metal in a big air comp.

I don’t think that you can currently do much better in this bracket. These are my first Boa boots, and Burton’s warranty on all their Boa systems made me drastically more comfortable switching over. If you’re riding all the time, you may have an older pair of boots laying around? Bring them in your trunk and Burton will fix the Boa system if it were to fail.

Another thing that I believe is worth mentioning, is that there seems to be something missing with Burton’s communication with its customers- as we have all started buying online, there is no one to reassert that the boots should be quite SNUG, at least when you when you first get them! They break in about a half a size with use- but only in all the right spots.

I’ve been riding since the mid 90’s and these are my favorite resort boots so far. I’m heading towards 40 and getting a bit less demanding of having the best of the best- therefore I didn’t spend $500 plus on boots.

The will suit 9 out of 10 all around riders, looking to do a bit of everything, without sacrificing comfort! As for size, I just bought my shoe size 10. 5- I don’t vary much on that, but for reference some shoes that I also wear in a 10.

5 are Nike, Supra, Timberland, Reebok. These felt snug as I said, but as long as you can fit in without immediate discomfort from the sides, heal or toe, you should be all set👍.

Absolutely love the boot! This boot is the reason that you go snowboarding every weekend. It is incredibly comfortable, warm, easy to adjust and put on. I gotta say of all the features my favorite is the quick lace system for the following reasons: – With adjustable upper and lower zones the fit can be made such that you can have a looser lower zone and a tighter upper zone and completely avoid all cramping.

– I know BOA is nice, but just being able to pull with that quick lace tab is way to convenient and supper fast. – Unloosening the strings takes some getting used to but once you figure it out, it is way easy to get the boots off, even when you can’t feel your fingers.

Overall the boot is without a question the best you can buy for this price, it easily competes with boots way over this price range.

So, I read a lot of reviews before I chose this boot mainly because I was intrigued by the ankle strap. I read reviews that said to order a half size larger and that they were stiff. I am a size 8 normally, and I?ve only ever wore burton boots so I already knew my size SHOULD have been an 8, however the reviews I read were right, these run a half size small.

My toes are against the tip of the boot even after trying to wear them around the house for about an hour. I?m 5?6, 240lbs, and have larger calves however I still have always been able to wear my true to size 8.

I havnt always been overweight but even my boots from when I was much skinnier still fit me. These boots are more than stiff, they are like trying to fit a square in a circle. It took me well over a minute just to try and wiggle my foot into the boots and it was not a comfortable process.

The inner ?soft? boot has Velcro on either side of the tongue to secure the tongue in place, but these just make the boot fit oddly and honestly make a pressure point in the shin area, I couldn?t even Velcro them so it was a waste, terrible design concept with the Velcro, it?s not practical for an every day rider unless u are petite sized.

I cannot express the amount of stiffness in this boot, I?ve NEVER worn a boot this stiff, it?s insane. I don?t think I can comfortably ride in these, I?m going to return for a regular burton boa step on boot.

Don?t waste your money, get the normal kind of boot without the ankle strap. I honestly thought the ankle strap would make a difference, it doesn?t. Trust Me, I?ve been boarding since I was 10, I?m not 35.

I?m super disappointed, I thought it would be a game changer, it?s not. These or super uncomfortable.

I have been snowboarding for almost ten years and have never tried Burton Step Ons before. The main concern I had was that the bindings were going to feel loose and be unresponsive. After testing them out, I realized I was completely wrong.

The Burton Photon and the Step On bindings were very stiff and super responsive- just the way I like my set up. The step on’s felt very secure and rode like normal pair of boots and bindings. I spend a couple runs doing some aggressive turns trying to put the step ons to the test, but they never budged! It was an awesome feeling being able to roll of the chairlift and just step on and go without ever stopping! I 100% recommend the Burton Step Ons.

The Photons were my first experience with Burton Quick Pull, and I really liked them. One downside with the Quick Pull system and the Photons specifically is that there’s a lot going on and when the boot is all the way undone, with wires going everywhere.

They make it easy to store the laces after the boot is done up or when you’re ready to put them away, so it’s only a problem if you’re tired/lazy and don’t put the boots away properly.

Super great boots. Personally I like reletively soft boot, I do park and all mountain, hit (double and even triple) diamond, side hits, natural dorp/jumps, grabing 180/360s on midium jumps. Basically I do every thing.

The ruler boots are great, they provide enough response on the slopes and when loose them a little bit they give me tolerance in park. The best thing I like is I just need a step and push a little after getting off the lift before start riding.

Used it for two seasons as a first time snowboarder. Had no issue with it at all. Comfortable. Boa works well. Only tiny wear on off-foot when resting the board against it during riding lifts. Recommended!.

Awesome boots. Fit is comfortable. Looks is clean and aggressive. BOA system works flawlessly and smooth. Price is reasonable. Can’t wait to take it to the slopes.

I absolutely love these boots! I’m normally an 8. 5-9 but I bought the size 9 and honestly the fit perfect!! The inside and very warm and the hug your foot, kinda like a custom boot! I 10/10 highly recommended these boots and I love that they form to your foot so it has added comfort!! Memory foam inside with extra warmth padding and the ability to tighten or loosen the warming sleeve, it’s the perfect boot all in one!.

Bought these boots right after Christmas. Used them 7 times so far and they no longer get tight and the laces and loops are already shredded almost in two. The very first time I put them on and tried to pull the strings tight I could hear the loops popping so I didn’t pull any tighter, even though the boot was still somewhat lose on top of my foot.

The first day with them was fine, they stayed tight and kept me warm and dry. Fast forward to the 7th time using them and I’m throwing them in the back of the closet as a backup if I absolutely need them one day.

The loops on top of the foot are made of a fabric and they are almost all completely ripped in two so you can not even tighten them. They stay lose up top on the shin and ankle too and after one or two mellow runs they’re completely lose.

I understand they’re a more affordable boot, but being a big name brand like DC I assumed they’d hold up longer than 7 trips to the mountain. Definitely don’t recommend for use unless you’re just gonna take pictures in them and walk to the bar at the bottom of the slopes and grab a beer because you’re upset that you wasted your money on boots.

At first I thought they were small but after heat molding they fit perfect. True too size, I’m a 10. 5. I added an insole for arch support and extra comfort and they are now very comfortable. Bought better laces (Burton) because mine started coming apart after 5 or 6 uses.

For the price these are a great soft flexing boot. They can be a little slick because of lack of added traction but it also keeps them very light!.

These boots were my first new pair. Was rocking older low end boots that were too big by nearly 2 sizes. When I got these from EVO, they look clean and very appealing to the eye with the faded colors.

First 2 days in them I got them hot and did calf raises in the house to get the toes to bend more. Been on the mountain with them 6-7 times and they’re incredibly comfy and my feet stay dry from all types of snow.

Fair warning; the first few times you put them on that can be a little rough as most boots are. Highly advise trying your best to break in before actually going up the lifts to make it more enjoyable.

I have very flat feet so they are a little narrow for me but after packing them as much as I have currently, it’s leagues ahead of what I was used to using. I do recommend to anyone looking to a good mid range boot for the universal rider who do not need a boot for one specific style of riding.

I’ve been riding for about 8 years and never used any other boots but old klunky hand-me-downs. I was stoked to finally get myself a nice new pair of burtons! They by far have the best and most tested boot tech.

The burton ruler boas have completely changed my riding. No heal lift making my toe edge riding feel smoother than ever! Lightweight and durable with a comfortable fit. Walked about 3-4 miles in them on my first riding day and felt no discomfort.

Also can’t forget about the second boa!!! WOW my toes always used to fall asleep and get cold but not anymore. The two boa system really allows me to lock in my leg to eliminate heel lift while also allowing me to keep my toes free spacious.

Needless to say these are the best boots I’ve ever had and I definitely will be sticking with burton for life.

Day 1 okay Day 2 terrible They felt good off the mountain day 1 I had a bit of heel hold issues, no biggie. I ride with union force and they seemed to pair good but my heel couldn’t find a good hold.

Slight pressure on the right outside ball of my right foot but could’ve been a break-in issue. I never found out because day 2 the BOA snapped when I was heel side and it threw off balance violently back (good thing I had a helmet on).

EVO is going to warranty these out for me thanks, but I can’t do BOAs again gonna try adidas ADV traditional lacing. I’ve had burton’s with traditional lacing and speed lacing. even when laces ripped at least you can grab another pair of laces quickly, my day was over on the mountain when the BOA snapped.

I should say BOAs are not supposed to do this but this experience turned me off of them forever.

I purchased a pair of Maysis boots in 2019 and used them 5 times and then covid shut down all ski resorts in Co. The next season after 5 more days of using them my ankle bone started pushing against the outside of the boot causing a lot of pain and bruised my ankle for 3 days.

I tried to get them replaced but K2 said they are out of warranty and I would need to send a picture of the defect or get a dealer to say they were defective. When I took them back to the dealer they said liners degrade and that if they sent them back K2 would say it is normal.

I told them I had only worn them 10 times and they told me there is no way to verify that. I asked to see a new liner and the foam around the hole, not sure why the have a vent in the liner but another flaw, was almost 2x thicker then my boots.

K2 refused to fix the issue so am out over $300. I would not purchase any products from a company that is not willing to fix an obvious defect.

I did a lot of research before buying these boots. In fact, I bought 4 different sizes to ensure I sized them properly since many reviews mentioned they run a bit large. Ridden them for 2 days now. First, these boots either run true to size or slightly large.

I wear a size 11 tennis shoe and the 11s were too big for me. 10. 5 is what I ended up using. Fit seemed good; toes brushing the end of the boot, no heel lift. Second, I will echo what another review said regarding fit.

After a few hours my feet started getting numb, especially the pinky toe on my front foot. Loosening the boas restored feeling at the cost of control. I found myself tightening and loosening the boas all day looking for a sweet spot that I never really found.

The second day, the boots had packed out significantly (as expected). But instead of a relaxed but still good fit, what I got was huge heel lift and really too much room in the boot. Control was significantly decreased and packing out did not help the issues with numbness at all; tightening the system to take up the additional slack just made it worse.

I suppose it is possible that I should have gone with the size 10 but those feel too snug trying on. Either these boots are just not for me, or they pack out WAY more than most boots do. It is bad enough that I’m going to look at other brands now, I don’t want to use them again.

Giving it 3 stars since it’s possible these boots just pack out a ridiculous amount and you need to get a full size lower than your mondo indicates. DEFINITELY try these boots on before you take the tags off, and if you’re on the fence about the size then go a half size lower.

Regarding build quality, while the boots are 100% functional after 2 days of riding I’m seeing significant wear in them already. Pictured is the left boot which I use to support my board on lifts; the edge of my board has clearly worn the material much faster than I had expected.

Every other part of the boot looks new.

The lacing system is my chief complaint with the 2019 model year boots that I have. The Boa forces the boot to clamp down on the top of the foot and begins to feel like it is crushing it prior to the ankle and calf part of the boot feeling secure.

This makes the boot very uncomfortable to ride in for any length of time. I have tried multiple times to even the Boa out prior to tightening the boot and to no avail. it could be the pair that I have, but regardless I have had to replace this boot with a dual zone in order to ride comfortably.

I would not recommend this boot if comfort is a priority. aside from that, the build quality and materials are very good.

These boots are extremely comfortable and warm. Almost too warm. You don’t need any special kind of socks at all with how nice the lining is, definite plus. The BOA system is fast to use but ultimately doesn’t work well.

I took them to Revelstoke B. C. and had lots of issues with the BOA system. After every run of about 20+ minutes of varying terrain I’d have to stop and adjust the tightness of the BOA system. On average I needed to tighten the boot by about 6 full turns.

On one occasion the BOA system failed entirely and the boot completely popped open. I had to stop and re-engage the locking mechanism that had popped open. I tried the boots with my snow pant skirt over the top of the boot, under the boot, and retracted entirely to make sure it wasn’t somehow engaging with the BOA lock and opening my boots to ensure it wasn’t user error.

Every run I needed to stop and re-tighten my boots. Maybe I got a defective pair, maybe they just don’t work well? The guy’s are Eriks are awesome and are helping me through the exchange process. Can’t recommend these boots though.

Wow! That was my first impression when I started using the boots. I usually wear size 10 on sneakers and these boots size 10 fit me perfectly. They are comfortable and they look durable. So far I have worn them twice and I have used regular socks since they are rather warm and padded inside.

I recommend these boots to anyone or at least for those that are just starting (Like me!l) #sweepstakes.

So far so good! First rides with the new pairs of black Photon speed lace were great. Laces are again a breeze to use and a charm for zone tightening. Comfy, warm, stiffer end for a medium flex boot.

Enjoy it’s all-around character, but with a more direct energy transfer when flexing. Will see how it evolve over time.

Nice boots. Great ankle supprt. Warm and light. Boots run very small. Had to but two sizes up!

I’m picking up snowboarding after 26 years of hiatus, turned into a beach VB mountain bike junkie so no time for winter sports. picking up Snowboarding again was difficult but having the right equipment certainly makes a huge diff.

These were light and fits very well. The only complaint I have is that it takes some effort making it fully snug. Otherwise, highly recommended.

The boot is very very warm. Ice builds up on the outside and it does not effect the boot at all. I actually had to stop one day last year because my feet were on fire. It is a sturdy boot, a little stiff, and doesn’t wear in too quick.

These are good things for us riders who need the extra ankle support. Looking for something not flashy but solid and durable, this is your boot. Plus, you won’t break the bank.

If you want an affordable boot that will still work good for you then the Burton Invader is what you should get. It would be nicer to have pull strings instead of having to lace up, but that’s what you sacrifice for getting a more affordable price.

I am an all mountain rider who also likes the terrain park and these boots work good anywhere. Overall I am satisfied with these boots.

Im riding the Burton SLX 19/20. Bought Not from Burton directly,but doesnt matter. 1. Reduced Footprint rly nice 2. SLX is soo comfy. It’s the truth. Sometimes i didnt even slipped Out. Just Loose the Boot a bit and went for 2,3 Drinks right after and visited the Store dir some food.

3. the Flex is mid/mid and pretty much stays Like that. U dont need to retighten the boot after some laps. 4. even that it’s mid mid Flex, the Boot is totally reactive and direct. The Boot handles it all.

High Speed Carves and big tweaked airs. I rode it on Rome Katanas adjusted to mid Response and fast Response. 5. Couse of some Reviews i asked Burton for a pair of Jbars. They sent me for Free! Bit i can Tell U – no need for that.

There no heel lift. Just comfy, direct feel. 6. I bought the Boot in 10. 5 US and i normaly wear Shows in 10 to 10. 5. My Bit toe touched the inner Boot Just a liiittle Bit,and that ist perfekt after 2 dass of riding.

So dont buy wirh space. I’ll buy an slx again. I wanted to try a Adidas Boot aswell, but im Not Sure If i want to Take the risk. This Boot is perfect!! In top: u dont get cold feet and U dont get hot,wet feet.

Cheeers.

I love the Burton SLX boots! I’ve been shredding in this model for ten years! There expensive, but worth every penny! They have always performed well for me and my feet snowboarding and sledding! Really wish I could win this product review, so I could get a fresh pair for this winter! 🏂🤘 Thanks EVO.

The reviews on these boots aren’t very good across multiple websites. I’ve ridden two days on these boots, the first day being miserable, the second being wonderful after I put my own inserts in. The stiffness and heel hold is amazing.

This is my third pair of Ride boots, but by far the best pair I’ve owned. I’ve had other brands but Ride keeps sneaking back onto my feet. These boots gave me the most joy on a snowboard that I’ve ever had.

I think the idea of, “ride a harder turning board cause it will make your board too twitchy and put you in uncomfortable situations,” is one of the dumbest suggestions ever. I feel the rider wasn’t agile enough to keep up with their own turns.

You can whip spins around in these boots. Backside spins all day cause you don’t have to worry about heel lift and you can really dig that toe edge in when there’s no flex. I do a lot of jumping so single BOA always backfires since it pushes the top laces forwards and tightens the bottom laces causing me to retighten the laces and lose feeling in my feet throughout the day, crushing my arches.

I went from Solomon Launch’s which has a flex of 5 to the Insanno. Do not be intimidated by the stiffness of the boot at first. This is not a beginner boot or intermediate. It’s like in a game where you have to be a certain level to use a weapon or armor, this would be the case for this boot.

I don’t know what advanced or expert even means at this point but if you fall in that category you have to at least try these! They’re stylish, look, and feel clean. The precision in turning is out of this world and if you’re nimble regardless of size you will have so much fun.

Buy foot inserts for sure or your feet will die. If you crank it to tight your calves will also die. Ride put in the flimsiest insole, which was harder than what was underneath surprisingly. Do not order these online and hope for the best.

Go to a store and try these on. You need to know how they feel before you drop $400+ on a pair of boots. Oh and did I mention on jibs I felt the most locked in ever in my life. I got my first pretzel today, maybe thanks to these guys cause my feet felt so secure I was confident enough to whip it around and land switch.

If you ever dreamed of doing an MJ on a feature, these are the shoes for the job. Get me away from this review I’m in love with these boots. I’ll end it with this. They’re literally a cheat code.

I?m an aggressive rider who likes stiff boots to drive power into the board. I ride all over the mountain, but I?m no longer jumping or hitting the rail garden. My snowboard bum days are over now, but I used to split board about as much as I rode inbounds and averaged 80+ days a year for about more than a decade with that time split between the ice coast and Colorado.

My last pair of boots were Salomon Malmutes. I?ve had these boots for three days now and mostly rode them on groomers or in the bumps in early season, firm conditions. These boots were comfortable from day one and stood up to my aggressive charging through moguls, groomers, and some glade riding (not much was open).

I got them heat molded to my feet and replaced the footbed with a custom insole. You should too if you are a serious rider. The boots were warm and fit me well, especially after molding. The tread held well on hard packed snow.

I didn?t try any hiking with them (early season) but I think they?d work well. The soles are stiff enough that you could kick into the boot pack pretty well I think. Looking forward to getting to know these better.

One Boa adjusted the outside and another adjusted the heel lock-in. They are doing a great job evolving the heel lock-in technology and it is better than previous years. It is similar to k2. Really like the wrap liner.

It fixes some hotspots I have with the tongue liners, specially on the top of my ancle. Size seemed standard and medium width. Liked the construction of these much more than the lasso. The outer construction felt more durable and solid.

The fuse fits my foot much better, and seems to allow more precise top and bottom tightness control – so I’m returning these. Really wanted non lace boots so I’m going to also try the trident with 3 boas: top, bottom, heel.

The softer 92, also seems like a more adjustable alternative.

I recently started riding again and needed new boots. After trying on several brands and asking others their thoughts, I purchased these. I have been up 17 times this season and have been extremely satisfied with my purchase.

The ThirtyTwo STW BOA’s are very comfortable and easy to adjust. I would suggest this boot to anyone. Check em’ out! Separately, Backcountry always takes excellent care of their customers. Do yourself a favor and order from them.

🙂 Note: I normally wear a 11. 5 and ordered the 12. The fit is perfect.

I’m an old man, casual rider, and needed new boots. Having used ThirtyTwo for my last pair and I loved them, I gave these a try. They look great (I got the white ones, have a very Stormtrooper vibe, which this old man loves), they are super lightweight, and the Boa lacing system is great (no more tying laces for this old man).

Did I mention I’m old? Fit is good, I have wide feet, so I went up a 1/2 size, and it fits me well, with just a tiny bit of heel lift since I went up a 1/2 size. But that can be remedied. Anyway, for the money, these are a great value to the casual rider.

I ordered these snowboard boots from 88 Gear about 2 weeks ago. My order came really fast through UPS and the boots were in better condition than the retail stores in my area. Excellent company to work with.

Love the product I received and 88 Gear seems to have just about everything you need in stock. I will continue being a loyal customer with this company. I can trust them and my trust is not easily earned, especially using my hard-earned money on products online.

Sometimes, you just get junk from some companies.

Background: Snowboarding since 2003. Used with Burton Step On bindings (obviously) and 2021 Gnu Head Space. Boards most prominently in New England. These boots are pretty dang great. They’re wicked stiff which I like because you can always loosen a stiff boot, but you can’t stiffen a soft boot.

And having the flexibility to choose between more mobility or tighter control makes it perfect for anyone who likes to ride the whole mountain. The Speed Zone lacing is a huge upgrade from the boa system I’ve used in the past.

The separate upper and lower zones allow you to really dial it in exactly where you want it quickly and easily. The lacing isn’t as “clean” as a boa system just because you actually have to work with, well.

laces. But I just tuck the slack into my snow pants and never think about it again. The inner lining is snug and comfortable, and the quick release lacing is always great. The velcro on the tongue is a little overkill and makes adjusting the inner lacing more difficult than it needs to be.

I suppose maybe it helps with the overall support of the boot, but I’m sure future iterations can come up with a better alternative. You’re going to want to invest in a stomp pad for your snowboard. These boots don’t grip to the board very well at all, so you’ll have trouble anytime you need to ride without fulling locking in.

The Ion will definitely keep your feet dry and pretty warm as well. I usually only ever wear one pair of warm winter socks, and my toes would very occasionally get cold but never enough to even pay it any mind.

Nothing a second pair of socks or a toe warmer couldn’t easily remedy if this is something you’re really worried about. Overall, these boots are great where it counts, and I’ve recommended them to my friends.

You’ll be able to shred the whole mountain and be comfortable doing it.

I’m an advance rider (black diamonds, steeps and moguls). I ride probably about 3-5x a season. I started riding at 26 and still obsessed with the sport at 44. This was my first advance boot after 15yrs of riding a very soft flex boot.

Even though I’m petite at 5’1″, I have oversized muscular calves and wide feet. I bought a size 6 boot. My street size in shoes is 6. 5 (foot measuring 9 3/16″ in length and 8 3/4″ circumference in width).

In the Cadence 6, my foot touches the edge as it should. Snowboard boot should fit snug as it loosens with each ride and your feet slides back when on toe edge. I like the 2 boa system to control the tightness at the bottom half and the top half.

This boot is stiff but offers INCREDIBLE responsiveness. I take to moguls like a boss with these boot. Had no idea how a boot plays such a big role in responsiveness. I love there’s a velcro section by the calves to loosen the width for those who have melon calves like myself.

With that said, because they are stiff, I do find myself loosening them when on the lift and then tightening them again before I take off. but that might be due to my melon calves. Like most boot. Like most boot, there is a tiny bit of heal lift if I’m going to be picky.

but don’t know if that’s because I have bony heals or don’t want to tighten too much around the bottom half due to circulation or if there’s just not a good boot solution yet for heal lift. It’s not a deal breaker and it hold I’ve tried on many boots from vans, salomon, K2’s and more and these Cadence fit what I wanted.

This boot does require some break in time. The first time I wore these, because it was such a drastic change, I sort of was concern, but the moment I saw the responsiveness, that made me know it’s going to be incredible after they’re broken in.

I think it took about 5 full days of riding in them to find their sweet spot. Make sure to get them heat molded at a shop before your first ride.

Ordered these for my son as a present. He hasn’t had a chance to use them yet but they look good so far. Price and shipping were great. Free shipping to Alaska and arrived in 4 days. Once they arrived I realized they wouldn’t fit my sons’ board/bindings (Defiance Jr.

) that he had outgrown. A quick call to Level 9 and they upgraded my order per request to the Horizon board/bindings/boots package. Shipped the very next day (free shipping again) without any hassle.

Picking up board/bindings tomorrow from PO. Will write separate review. Above all, product(s) are good quality for low price. Customer service is outstanding!.

I bought these for my husband, and so far he really likes them. He said they are very comfortable; however, they run a full size to big. Normally, he wears a size 11, but a 10 in these boots. He probably could have even gone down a bit more with a 9.

5 for a tighter fit, but he wears them for casual riding with the kids on greens and blues, so not necessary. If he was going to ride more aggressive he said he would like them in a 9. 5. Overall very nice boot : ).

I’m new to boarding this year and this pair was a steal. I was unsure on size, but after getting 11’s, they fit great. They’re also comfortable, even from my first time up. I still need to break em in, but definitely worth the money.

3rd season with this boot (previous model). I ride 30+ days/year; everything from groomers to backcountry touring 1st season: Never truly felt like I got through the break in period. Wan’t happy with the boot, but just felt like it was breaking-in.

Boa cords broke through the tongue guides within the first dozen times of riding. I was worried about continued wear, but it hasn’t progressed any since then. 2nd season: Finally felt good in the boot part-way through the season.

No complaints during the 2nd half of the season. Stiff and responsive and comfortable. 3rd season: Progressively becoming more uncomfortable, specifically on the medial malleoli (inner bony part of ankle).

Now unbearable to tighten all the way, so I ride with the boa snug, but not tight. This results in some mild heal lift, but at least bearable. I can tolerate powder or park days at the resort. Steep groomed runs or backcountry is frustrating.

Considering I got about 1 comfortable year in these boots, I will not be purchasing Salomon boots again.

First of I am no Travis Rice, but I LOVE the steep and nasty. I also LOVE a stiff boot. When I say stiff I mean, like concrete, like gravitational pull of the center of the sun pulling your foot into place and holding it there stiff.

I was way over due for some new boots and couldn?t find anything that was stiff enough until I found the malamute. I?ve had other pairs of Salomon boots and had good luck with every pair these are no different.

First and most important to me when looking for a boot is stiffness. These are extremely stiff and because of that, extremely responsive I mean every input my brain sends to my board via my feet is perfectly delivered through the malamute.

The great thing about these are that all that stiffness doesn?t cost comfort. These things are comfy. Fair warning I haven?t put these through a 9-9 day yet but I have no worries about that based on what I?ve felt so far.

But wait there?s more, they are warm too! Now I?m still breaking them in so I haven?t put them up against the coldest temps yet but they?ve been plenty warm so far. Also I?d like to add that the lacing system is plenty easy to use.

If you are concerned about these boots not being a boa don?t be. I personally always got weird pressure points with most boa boots I?ve tried and I don?t have that problem in these bad boys at all. Over all super nice boot and if you like them stiff this is the boot for you.

(Only thing close to these are nitros and these are more comfy IMO especially on the back of the heel).

Love these so far! This is my first pair of brand new snowboard boots, and my first pair of boas. I like my boots tight, and my first impression is that I love the way the second boa tightens around my foot specifically.

They’re also really easy to walk in, which I feel is an underrated benefit in a snowboard boot. The last big noticeable difference is how light they are. My old Burton’s might have been quite old when the research wasn’t there, but the difference is night and day.

Looking forward to wearing these for at least the next 5 years!.