Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

I should have purchased a size 26 instead of 26.5. I don't think this was a result of the boot not running true to size, I just have a tough time getting my size right and this is compounded by mail ordering boots. However the savings is well worth the effort of using mail order. I never skied these boots so my review isn't worth much.

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

So far these have proven to be great boots. I would have given a five but since my previous boots were 15 years old it's hard to tell if just any new boots would have been better. Overall, I've actually seen improvement in my performance since buying these boots, I was able to ski all day with them right out of the box, and they are super adjustable.

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

I ski a heavy ski and these boots keep my turns tight, very responsive.

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

As indicated in the above information, I use these boots for all-mountain skiing and as of yet, they haven't failed me in that capacity in the slightest. The liner breaks in pretty quickly so you'll find yourself adjusting the buckles a bit often on your first couple of uses, but that just means you'll be getting a boot that fits much better and over a shorter period of time. The only issue I've had so far with the Hot Rods is the slight difficulty getting out of them when it's time to head home. To be fair though, this is after using myself up to the point that I'm hoping I can remain standing for the next 100 meters so I make it to the lodge. In which case, removing yourself from a well-fitting ski boot is going to present some challenges. Good luck to you on the slopes!

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

Great fit

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

Boot fit great but the rachet teeth were not adjustable because they were fastened to the boot with rivets. There was no extra holes to move the rachets due to a smaller ankle. Other boots that I encountered were easily adjustable in that area.

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

the boots were great in all ways but one for me. they seemed a bit too soft to be capable of holding a solid edge in challenging terrain. otherwise, they were pretty sweet. i think they're better for soft snow and moderate cruising.

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

Get accustomed to your flex needs, this boot was tooooo soft for agressive skiing.

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

Mountain skiing
Soft, light, hold the leg like monolit
Cant say anything bad yet...and I hope dont have to

Comments about Nordica Hot Rod 85 Ski Boots 2011:

This boots are great. I have been skiing for about eight years but just returned after being away for ten. All my equipment was outdated to be kind and after trying on several different boots I found the Hot Rod 85s to be the most comfortable, lightest and easiest to get on. After skiing several days they preform well, sufficient flex, awesome foot to ski reaction and I never experienced foot fatigue after skiing 7 straight hours. I would definitely recommend these to someone looking to upgrade from older equipment or looking for a better performance boot.