I have the Svartisen 75mm in size 45 and it is the best fitting boot I have ever worn for my wide size 11 feet. The instep strap is perfectly located to keep my heel in place, even with the upper boot loose. Love this boot. I don't how direct the comparison would be with the Futura, but they would ...

Thanks Raider. I have the Alfa Vista. So far I am on the fence if I like the boot. It’s not quite wide enough and feels a little small. The next size up I had too much toe room and heel lift. Maybe my Alfas need more broken in. Not sure yet if I’m gonna toss them. I like how the Crispi has a strap t...

Looking to try the Crispi Futura with the plastic cuff for more power and better heel retention. Anyone order a pair yet? I’m debating on size and plan on pairing with the Sbound 98. I’m a 28 Mondo in Scarpa and 11 wide in street shoes. I hear Crispis run big like Alfas. I also emailed Telemarkdown ...

Well on the bright side you don’t have to worry about Boot Jack and snow clogging your NTN binding causing all sorts of issues. I think you are 10 steps ahead by ditching that binding. Also don’t get me started on the Lynx. Same problems. For 75mm I’d recommend Switchback X2 or AXL with that ski. Th...

I’m kicking my self for not buying the Alfa Free on sale. I did buy the Vistas and working out great!

Howdy,

Question would I gain much control with the Free versus Vista on my Sbound 98 when going downhill? My only concern with I hear the Free has a slightly narrower toe box then Vista.

Well some initial thoughts since my original post. So far I am really enjoying the Xplore binding on my Fischer 78s. Kick and glide is smooth and the flexor doesn’t feel restrictive. I need to try the hard flexor along with purchasing a more turny ski then the Fischer 78 before getting a better asse...

Not my picture but it was posted in another forum. Yes a new boot will come out next year.

Howdy. I have a few sets of bibs over the years. Arcterx Rush, Trew Capow to name a few. After skiing those for awhile I recently switched over to a soft shell pant (Outdoor Research Cirques). Hands down I prefer soft shell pants now due to more breathable and less issues with overheating than bibs....

Howdy I got some time on my Vistas. So far great boot. But I did get blisters on a wierd part of my heels. They are the right size and next size up would be too much heel lift and next size down my toes would curl. I’m thinking about taking the boots to a shoe store and having them stretched. Good o...