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Join Date: Mar 2005
12-29-2009, 5:51 PM
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Currently riding Burton Freestyle boots. Only been riding 3 years and don't get to ride as much as I'd like. They feel comfortable, but seem to have way to much flex for my ability. Seems I have to really work them to get the board to response. Any recommendations would help greatly. Thanks.
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Join Date: Jun 2005
01-05-2010, 7:35 AM
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Get a stiff double BOA boot. Vans and K2 make a good one.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-05-2010, 7:41 AM
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Thanks Jason. That's what I was leaning towards. I've heard good and bad about the BOA systems though with regards to the wires breaking. Maybe that was on older models. The Freestyle are also a pain in the butt to get laced up. Too many steps with the laces and strap system.
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Join Date: Aug 2006
01-05-2010, 8:04 AM
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Not all years have the strap, I think it was only on 2-3 years ago. I actually love mine (with the strap), and the strap helps get the laces out of the way for my back foot
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Join Date: Jan 2003
01-05-2010, 8:58 AM
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I updated my 04 Burton Ions to this years. Stiffish boot without being overly stiff. The lacing system is sweet. They call it speed zone or something. Very fast and easy to get them laced just right. Ck them out if you get a chance.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-05-2010, 9:02 AM
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Those are pretty sweet, but a little more than I wanted to spend. I was considering the Burton Ruler though, also with the SpeedZone.
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Join Date: Jul 2006
01-07-2010, 11:15 AM
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http://www.brociety.com/ They just added the new burton freestyles boots for 69.99.
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Join Date: Apr 2009
01-07-2010, 1:23 PM
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Check out ThirtyTwo boots. They have some affordable boots that are very good and usually very very warm.
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Join Date: Jul 2006
01-07-2010, 1:30 PM
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I agree with Craig ^^^^ Randy I wear 32 and there the best boot I have ever worn. I also just bought some for Brooke for christmas and her's have an ankle brace like system inside them, very supportive.
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Join Date: Aug 2004
01-07-2010, 1:45 PM
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the double boa system is pretty cool (09 Vans Cirro) but it take a little bit of time for them to wear in and loose the pressure points across the top of the foot.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-08-2010, 5:04 AM
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I'll have to check out some 32's. Blair, how was the snowboard trip on New Year's? You didn't miss a thing at the lake. Ended up being me, Mike and Josh and it was windy and totally blown out.
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Join Date: Jul 2006
01-08-2010, 7:11 AM
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We ended up going the day after New Years day. But It was hurting to much after New Years eve to wakeboard anyway. I'll be up at App. Sunday night for alittle snowboarding if you want ride.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-08-2010, 7:21 AM
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Just may do that depending on what's going on Monday. What do you think of the Thirty Two Lashed boot? Ever used that model?
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Join Date: Jul 2006
01-08-2010, 7:33 AM
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Yea I heard that is a really good boot. If you go to the The-house.com they have a video of them going over the features of that boot. It has the ankle support system I was talking about.
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Join Date: Aug 2004
01-08-2010, 12:37 PM
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The lashed is a great boot. I've been riding that model for 4 years now. They are a bit on the soft side though, if you are still trying to get away from that. They have laces on the liner around the ankle, and a strap around the top of the liner.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-08-2010, 3:10 PM
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Thanks Patrick. I've read the reviews on the Lashed and it sounds badass. I thought it was more of a medium flex though. I don't want super stiff, just more than the Freestyle.
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Join Date: Aug 2004
01-09-2010, 5:02 PM
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I don't think you'll be disappointed, especially with price considered.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-11-2010, 10:17 AM
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How are the lashed width wise? I have pretty wide feet. There's no where close to try any on. If those are for narrow feet, what would be a good choice for wide feet?
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Join Date: Aug 2004
01-11-2010, 2:44 PM
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I'm not sure how they'd compare to other models, but would say they're semi-wide. I usually wear wider shoes, skate shoes, I buy my work boots wide (just one width wider than reg. E?). Do you typically need to buy wide shoes, boots? I'm not sure what manufacturers run wide, although I have heard salomon's run narrow, but that was a few years back.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-11-2010, 7:24 PM
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Usually buy EEE. Freakish, I know, but it is what it is.
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Join Date: Aug 2004
01-12-2010, 2:20 PM
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Thats a tough call. Sorry, I can't help. I'd say try on as many different brands and styles as possible. Uncomfortable boots suck
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Join Date: Sep 2006
01-12-2010, 6:09 PM
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CHeck out Salamon Dialogues. They come in a WIDE version. I have them and they're super sick. definately a free style boot. super comfy. i wear a 13 in street shoes. i dont have overly wide feet but wide enough that its uncomfortable in regular boots. you should check 'em out.
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Join Date: May 2009
01-12-2010, 8:06 PM
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Randy, i have a pair of size 11 lashed thirtytwo boots, just $50 in good shape if you wear an 11..
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-13-2010, 2:31 AM
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Michael, I saw yours for sale and would have bought them, but I wear a 10.
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Join Date: Nov 2001
01-13-2010, 9:52 AM
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I got a pair of Nitro Anthems in size 10 I am looking to get rid of. They have only been used 3 days.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-13-2010, 6:11 PM
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Not really familiar with those wazzy. What are you asking for those and what is the flex like compared to the Freestyles?
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Join Date: Nov 2001
01-14-2010, 10:03 AM
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http://www.nitrousa.com/en-US/boots/anthem that is this years model... mine are 2 years old & regular lacing & black & gum in color..... as far as flex compared to Freestyles... not sure since i don't ride burton.... but i am guessing they are a little stiffer....
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-22-2010, 9:45 AM
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Wazzy, how much are you asking and can you shoot me a couple of pics to martin.jayr@gmail.com. Is this your boot.
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Join Date: Nov 2001
01-22-2010, 10:13 AM
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Yeah thats it.
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Join Date: Mar 2005
01-22-2010, 10:42 AM
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shoot me an email and let me know how much shipped to NC 27295
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