Nordica Patron Ski Boots 2013

Comments about Nordica Patron Ski Boots 2013:

After 5 years in a pair of $35 ski sale boots I finally bought a new pair. The first new pair of boots since my circa 1988 Lange Pink Panthers. I like to ski in a 100+ flex boot and have a fairly narrow foot. I do have boney ankles but the Patrons feel great so far. I have had a great experience with Nordica's both in fit and performance and the Patron's seem to measure up. These are a non-nonsense no adjustment boot if you are looking for the ability to adjust the flex and camber you should look at something else. The flex feels like a about a 110 but it is hard to tell without being on the snow. The fit is snug but not uncomfortable but I will have to see how they feel on the snow after a few days of breaking them in. The only drawback is they can be a little hard to get your feet out cleanly. My old Langes used to suffer from "boot bite" and one of the new Patrons did a number on the top of my foot when I took it out the first time. Just make sure to hold the shell open a little bit more and ease your foot out. Hopefully I will go another 8 years in these boots before having to look again.