How does the Maestrale fit into these parameters? The boot
fits me really well. I am a 26.5 and the intuition liner when formed filled
every little area between my foot and the shell. When in touring mode the range
of motion may not reach the claimed 40 degrees, but I am also not physically
able to use 40 degrees efficiently for more than a few strides. It is Dynafit
compatible, and is just stiff enough for larger skis in backcountry snow
conditions.
I have been able to ski the Maestrale with the K2 Coombacks
(102 underfoot) and the LaSportiva Hi5 (105 underfoot) in variable conditions
from spring corn, to wind crust a few inches thick. The boot skied precisely
and comfortably in all conditions besides the wind crust. This may have been the
skier more than the boot, but I would love a little extra stiffness as Colorado
seems to have variable snow conditions on occasion. On two occasions I skied a
groomed run at the area and was pleasantly surprised at how well the boot held
up at speeds.
The asymmetrical tongue makes the boot easy for entry and
exit, while the alpine tounge closure seems to hold my lower foot quite stable
and precisely. The buckles are light and seem to be holding up and the power
strap is effective and even has a bit of elastic that helps secure it. The walk
ski mechanism is easy to use (seems like all boots these days), and I would
recommend the Maestrale as a great lightweight, four buckle, touring boot. If
you are looking for a boot that handles drops, faster speeds, and crushes the
crud, this is not the boot for you. For that check out the Scarpa Mobe.
Hope you enjoy and lets all pray for Snow.
Mike Alkaitis
CMS Senior Guide
For your enjoyment: In this video CMS Guide, Mike Alkaitis, skis at a local area
called Caribou with his Scarpa Maestrales.
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When you roll your ankle and foot, even slightly, you should get a lightning fast response from the inside of the boot to the edge of the ski. The time lag should be minimal.
Ski shoes are really very tricky to deal with really...they are your best friend when you are out there for hiking one of the highest mountains on earth...!!
These boots are looking very comfortable.and designed to be the perfect touring boot.
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These boots are really looking very effective as it has all the required features in it...the review is very justified!
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