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Comparing Backcountry Ski Boots

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Awards Editors' Choice Award Editors' Choice Award Best Buy Award  Top Pick Award 
Price $629.96 at Evo
Compare at 3 sellers		$711.71 at Backcountry
Compare at 3 sellers		$508.74 at Amazon
Compare at 4 sellers		$699 List
$524.25 at Backcountry		$639.99 at Amazon
Compare at 2 sellers
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Pros Excellent downhill performance, lightweight, proven styleLight, free-pivot cuff, appropriate stiffness and flexBalanced up and down performance, wide/high volume fitWell balanced performance, easy on and offLightweight, balanced, neutral fit, one-move transitions
Cons Moderate insulation, hard to get in and out ofCold, finicky transitionsSki/walk mode prone to issues, recall to past versionsNeutral fit is both a pro and a con, flimsy linerMediocre downhill performance for weight, minimalist warmth
Bottom Line Whether a newcomer adjusting from the resort or a seasoned expert gunning for 100+ backcountry days a season, here is a top of the line contenderBalanced, all-around ski touring boots that lean in the light-and-fast direction; these are optimized, probably, for what you like about the mountainsProven ski boots with modern updates and an overall performance profile that is optimized for the majority of backcountry skiersA solid, well-balanced touring boot that emphasizes your downhill experience while still allowing most touring paces and giving freedom of motion for mild technical ascendingA lightweight, all-around backcountry ski boot with a function that enables fast and smooth transitions
Rating Categories Tecnica Zero G Tour... Scarpa F1 LT Scarpa Maestrale RS La Sportiva Vega Dynafit TLT X
Downhill Performance (35%)
8.0
6.0
8.0
8.0
5.0
Uphill Performance (20%)
7.0
8.0
6.0
6.0
8.0
Weight (20%)
5.0
9.0
5.0
5.0
9.0
Comfort and Fit (10%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
7.0
Warmth (10%)
7.0
5.0
8.0
8.0
5.0
Ease of Use (5%)
7.0
5.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Specs Tecnica Zero G Tour... Scarpa F1 LT Scarpa Maestrale RS La Sportiva Vega Dynafit TLT X
Weight per Pair (Size 26.5) 5 lbs 13 oz 4 lbs 7 oz 6 lbs 5 oz 6 lbs 8 oz 4 lbs 11 oz
Weight of One Boot Shell 1119 g 0809 g 1180 g 1220 g 0867 g
Weight of One Stock Liner, No Footbed 204 g 214 g 252 g 253 g 190 g
Weight of One Complete Boot, No Insole 1323 g 1023 g 1432 g 1473 g 1057 g
Range of Motion (degrees) 55° 72° 60° 60° 65°
Binding Compatibility? Tech and DIN AT Tech only Tech and DIN AT Tech and DIN AT Tech only
Stated Flex Index 130 95 125 115 Not reported
Manufacturer Stated Last Width 99 mm 102 mm 101 mm 102.5mm 101 mm
Liner Design Wrap Tongue Tongue Tongue Tongue
Shell material Grilamid Grilamid, Carbon core Carbon Grilamid Grilamid Grilamid