Q: Lange Exclusive 90 Ski Boots - Women's | |
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What is the diference between Performance and FreeRide boots? I'm an advanced intermediate skiier, looking to be an advance soon. I'm considering buying Lange Exclusive 80 or Lange Exclusive 80FR boots, just don't know the difference. Or should I choose flex 90? I heard that Langes are little "softer" than other brands? Thanks for advise!
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altmanator
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The FR designated boots have small features which help in shock absorption if you are landing jumps and skiing rougher terrain. These include shock absorbing footbeds and a shock reducing powerstrap.
I think you would fine with either boot and if you are planning to advance soon you may want to go with the flex 90. As you progress the extra stiffness will allow you to push the boot harder and get better power transfer to your skis.
They should be great boots for you! Give a holler if you have any other questions.
Thanks,
Justin
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Anonymous
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Hi Justin,
Thanks so much for your help - the second time already :-) You also answered my question regard. K2 Lotta Luv a couple of weeks ago, thanks very much for that too.
Regarding the boots, it's extremely hard to pick the right ones, there is very limited supply (in my area) to choose from. I tried on the 2010 Langes Exc. 10 and they fitted me really nice - the gel padded tongue just bought me! I have sensitive shins, which can be really annoying. I just feel that flex 100 is little too much for me (I'm 5'7'', 117 pounds, 30yo female); I do want to progress and I don't want my boots to compromise that. Then I found softer version of the boots online, the Exclusive 9 (80 flex) in very not appealing brown color, but then I found the old version of this boot, the Exclusive 80 and 80FR in nicer appearance (and much better price) Do you know if the older version (2008) also had "down" isolation and gel tongues? I was trying to do the research and some stores had in description that they are "moldable foam", some that "down and fleece" and some say just "wool". Would you happen to have any more idea about that? Also, the gel tongues...do they have them?
My husband says that maybe I should wait till next season and when there will be more boots at the stores, I'll be able to try on more boots? But I really would like new boots this season, to be able to break them in while watching the Kentucky Derby and other horse races :-))
Thanks so much for all your help and have a greaat day!
Thanks,
Rachel Alexandra (still) The Great
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Anonymous
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Hi Justin,
Thanks so much for your help - the second time already :-) You also answered my question regard. K2 Lotta Luv a couple of weeks ago, thanks very much for that too.
Regarding the boots, it's extremely hard to pick the right ones, there is very limited supply (in my area) to choose from. I tried on the 2010 Langes Exc. 10 and they fitted me really nice - the gel padded tongue just bought me! I have sensitive shins, which can be really annoying. I just feel that flex 100 is little too much for me (I'm 5'7'', 117 pounds, 30yo female); I do want to progress and I don't want my boots to compromise that. Then I found softer version of the boots online, the Exclusive 9 (80 flex) in very not appealing brown color, but then I found the old version of this boot, the Exclusive 80 and 80FR in nicer appearance (and much better price) Do you know if the older version (2008) also had "down" isolation and gel tongues? I was trying to do the research and some stores had in description that they are "moldable foam", some that "down and fleece" and some say just "wool". Would you happen to have any more idea about that? Also, the gel tongues...do they have them?
My husband says that maybe I should wait till next season and when there will be more boots at the stores, I'll be able to try on more boots? But I really would like new boots this season, to be able to break them in while watching the Kentucky Derby and other horse races :-))
Thanks so much for all your help and have a greaat day!
Thanks,
Rachel Alexandra (still) The Great
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altmanator
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Hey Rachel,
I'm glad I was able to help you with skis recently and hopefully we can get you into the right boots here. I think you might enjoy the benefits of the FR designated boots since they are going to be a little cushier than the non-FR boots all around. It is hard to find a clear cut answer to your question about the 2008 models as information online is scarce. My guess is that they are not down insulation and do not have a gel tongue, but that they only have a shock absorbing footbed and an elastic powerstrap.
As far as a 100 rated boot, it will be a bit on the stiff side for you but some people certainly prefer that. My girlfriend skis a 100 rated Nordica boot and she's about your size. She is just coming into being an advanced skier and is very happy with the flex of the boot. Personally, I always tend to enjoy a stiffer boot as the power transfer is better, but only if the boot fits you well.
I wouldn't hesitate to get the 100FR this season if they fit you great as the benefits of the FR line will certainly help with your shins. One thing I would suggest to help alleviate discomfort on your shins is to make sure the power strap does most of the tightening instead of having the buckles tighter than the strap. What this does is have the elastic power strap absorb your shins pushing forward after an impact instead of the inelastic buckles stopping your forward motion.
I think if you have a good fitting 100-FR and you utilize the elastic power strap you will be quite happy with them and will gain the added performance of the 100 flex without seeing any negative side to the stiffer flex. Plus you like the color much better, which has to count for something.
Let me know what you think or if you have any other questions.
Thanks,
Justin
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