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How do you choose Flex for ski boots?
How to choose the right flex
- Flex from 60 to 90: beginner or occasional skier, recreational skier.
- Flex from 90 to 110: skis regularly and has a good ability level.
- Flex from 110 to 120: expert skier with a very high ability level.
- 130 and over: competitive skier.
What is the flex index on a ski boot?
The flex rating of a ski boot is a metric that specifies the stiffness of the boot. The flex rating is generally between 60 for the softest boots and 140 or more for race boots and other high-performance boots.
What happens if ski boot flex too low?
A boot needs to be stiff enough to support the skier’s neutral stance—a boot that is too soft will collapse under the weight and leverage of the skier, creating too much bend in the knee and lead to muscle fatigue.
What is ski boot flex index?
The flex refers to the level of resistance the boot provides when you bend your ankle forward. In general, the flex index varies between 60 and 140. The lower the number, the more flexible the boot – and the higher, the stiffer. Higher flex numbers are primarily found in high-performance or race boots.
Are freestyle ski boots different?
Freeride boots are very similar to freestyle; the main difference is the stiffness. Freeride boots are designed for skiing big mountains, skiing hard but still being comfortable. My personal opinion, freeride boots are as good as if not better then all mountain boots.
How do you tell if your ski boots are too stiff?
A common sign that a particular boot is too stiff is if it is causing pain. A boot should have a snug fit, but it shouldn’t be so tight that it cuts off circulation. When wearing your ski boots, you should be able to move your toes. Your ankle and heel should stay stable.
How do I know if my ski boots are too stiff?
How do you know if your ski boots are too soft?
Your ski boots are also too soft if your toes don’t touch the end of the ski boot. There should be little to no heel movement. If the opposite is true, then your ski boots are too soft.
How do I know if my ski boots are too soft?
What are freestyle ski boots?
Intermediate and All-mountain boots. As you progress as a skier so will your demands for a ski boot.
Do ski boots stiffen over time?
Expect 40-100 days for boot liners (2-5 years if you ski 20 days a year). Over time the boot liner will become overly compacted out, so sometimes it’s worth replacing just the boot liner if you want a better fit but still has a solid boot shell with a season or two left in it. What is this?