DALEBOOTS – Men
DALEBOOT AK130
Daleboot gets into the alpine/AT hybrid scene with its new AK130. Its cuff-release mechanism is free-flexing in hike mode, and its soles can be swapped out for tech-compatible ones. But it’s built to ski, with heft, a sturdy spine, and soles that are bolted all the way through the shell and into the boot board for responsive edge power. Like all Daleboots, it’s built to your specs from in-shop analysis for custom fit and performance. “Well engineered for performance,” Gleason said. “Drives the ski at the top of its class.”
DALEBOOT VFF Pro
The VFF Pro, like all DaleBoots, is fully customizable. Local dealers take measurements and send them to the factory, where the components are assembled. The Pro is lightweight with thin shell walls, and testers said it pumped out agile, quick transitions thanks to its snappy flex. J. Weisberg: “I like the concept of a boot that promises to fit with a commitment from the manufacturer.”
DALEBOOT ST
DaleBoots are custom-built to each owner’s personal foot and leg dimensions. Local dealers take measurements and send them to the factory, where the shell components are tailored. Dealers do final fitting upon delivery. The ST’s on-snow combo of brutishly powerful upper cuff and thin-walled, high-density polyether lower shell yield ridiculously strong edging in a lightweight package. Stewart: “Very powerful with lots of feel for the ski. Very foot-responsive.”
DALEBOOTS – Women
DALEBOOT VFF W
Targeted to lighter-weight and less aggressive skiers looking for fit perfection, this one hits a bull’s-eye. The shell is custom-made to the user’s foot shape at DaleBoot’s Salt Lake City factory based on measurements taken by local dealers. It’s then shipped to the dealer for final fitting and thermo-forming of the liner. Our test model was light and lively with a uniquely tuned-in feel for the ski and snow. Ross: “Agile and snappy with a smooth flex throughout. This boot rocked.”
