2021-2022 Lange RX 130 LV
Our reviewer is calling the Lange RX 130 LV the best alpine boot he's ever used when it comes to downhill performance. Check out our full review to find out why.
Ski Boots
2019-2020 Fischer Ranger Free 130
This year Fischer released a brand-new AT boot, and we've now updated our full review after getting more time and reviewers in the Ranger Free 130.
GearDryer Freestanding 12
Wet gear sucks, and dry gear is great. The GearDryer Freestanding 12 lets you dry a whole bunch of stuff all at once, and we’ve become pretty big fans of it. Check out our full review.
2020-2021 Dynafit Hoji Pro Tour
We now have around 30 days in Dynafit's new touring boot, the Hoji Pro Tour, and here you can check out our updated review.
2021-2022 Scarpa Maestrale XT
For the 2019-2020 season, Scarpa is adding a new boot to their extremely popular Maestrale line. The new Maestrale XT is supposed to be the stiffest boot in the Maestrale lineup, and here you can check out our initial impressions.
2019-2020 Scarpa Alien RS
We gave Scarpa’s Alien RS a “Best Of” award in our 18/19 Winter Buyer’s Guide, saying its performance almost created a new class of boot. Now you can check out our full review for more info on how it compares to several other lightweight touring boots.
2021-2022 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro
The new Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro boot got a “Best Of” award in our 18/19 Winter Buyer’s Guide, and it was a contender for our Product of the Year. And now you can check out our full review to see why.
2019-2020 Lange XT Free 130 LV
The previous Lange XT 130 Freetour was one of the best tech-binding-compatible AT ski boots we’ve used in terms of downhill performance, and Lange updated it this year. So how similar or different is the new Lange XT Free 130?
2020-2021 Scott Cosmos III
If you’re tired of low-volume ski boots with brick-wall flex patterns, then you should definitely take a look at the Scott Cosmos III. Check out our review.
2018-2019 Head Nexo LYT 130
The brand-new Head Nexo LYT 130 is the lightest alpine boot we’ve ever reviewed (and it’s lighter than a lot of touring boots we’ve reviewed). But that’s not the only thing that sets this boot apart from the competition. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions.
2021-2022 Nordica Promachine 130
Nordica is entering the lighter weight alpine boot category for 18/19, and they claim their new Promachine line combines “race-boot performance” with “all-mountain comfort and versatility.” (Yeah, right. Right?) Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions of the new Promachine 130.
2021-2022 Salomon MTN Explore W
The Salomon MTN Explore W is a women-specific AT boot that tours extremely well and offers good support for technical descents (especially if you don't need the stiffest boot out there).
2021-2022 Scarpa Maestrale RS
We’ve now spent two seasons and around 70 days in the revamped Scarpa Maestrale RS, and are still very, very impressed by this touring boot. Check out our long-term update.
2018-2019 Head Kore 1
What’s that? Another ~1500 gram 130-flex touring boot? Yep, and this one’s from Head. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions of the new Head Kore 1 boot.
2nd Look: 2018-2019 Salomon S/Lab X-Alp
We’ve put more time in the S/Lab X-Alp from Salomon, and still find it to be one of the best options available in the lightweight touring boot market. Check out our new review and new comparisons here.
2018-2019 Tecnica Mach1 Pro W LV
After spending more than 30 days in it, we’ve been impressed by the Tecnica Mach1 Pro W LV boot, and think it’s definitely worth a look for women seeking a stiff, low-volume ski boot.
2019-2020 Full Tilt Ascendant
For the 18/19 season, Full Tilt is introducing their first ever touring boot, the Ascendant. Complete with tech fittings, a removable tongue, and a unique touring overlap liner, the Ascendant appears to be the boot that a lot of skiers have been waiting for. Check out our initial on-snow impressions.
2019-2020 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 110 W
We’ve been impressed by the men’s Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130 and 120, and now we weigh in on the women’s version, the Hawx Ultra XTD 110 W.
2021-2022 K2 Recon 130
K2’s new Recon and Luv series of alpine ski boots are really light — the lightest we’ve ever reviewed, actually. Check out the specs plus our initial thoughts and fit notes.
2018-2019 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 120
With fifteen more days in the Hawx Ultra XTD 120, here is our update, with liner comparisons and comparisons to the Hawx Ultra 130.