6/11/2023 0 Comments Salomon xpro 100![]() My experience of the S/Pro may be partially contingent on the specific shape of my foot, but as stated above, this boot is very versatile and highly customizable. At this weight, these skis are vulnerable to bucking and being redirected when I’m trying to charge through crud, but with the S/Pro on my feet, I feel quite confident riding a lightweight ski at speed in choppy snow. It’s also worth noting that my all-mountain skis weigh just under 1700 g each, making them very lightweight. While some boots with a claimed flex of 120 seem less rigid than others, the S/Pro feels stiff and reliable, even in choppy, unpredictable snow. ![]() The flex rating itself, however, I’ve found to be accurate. When compared to other boots with a flex rating of 120, I found the S/Pro is on the lighter side, at 1750 g, but it’s not the lightest boot in its class. However, this boot doesn’t feature any tech fittings, so while it has the same sole shape as some alpine touring boots, the S/Pro 120 does not have a walk mode for touring. The ISO 5355 pre-mounted Alpine DIN soles are compatible with traditional alpine bindings, WTR bindings, and GripWalk bindings. This insert can be oriented to boost or smooth the flex to give you versatility in varying conditions. The stiffness can also be modified with the rear flex adjuster. With a larger, stiffer connection, the boot holds its shape better, avoiding the vulnerabilities that some boots have in the ankle pivot. Salomon added an oversized pivot to increase power transfer between the cuff and the sole. Made with a combination of polyurethane, fiberglass, and Salomon’s Custom Shell HD material, this boot maintains a consistent density for excellent power transmission. With Salomon’s Coreframe 360° technology, the S/Pro maintains its lightweight stiffness and integrity, even after the heat molding process has taken place. And, thanks to Salomon’s fully heat-moldable liner and shell, you can custom fit your S/Pro boot with minimal effort. In fact, Salomon boasts that this boot will fit 70% of Western populations, with only slight modifications required. The accumulated design based on these scans is meant to accommodate a wide variety of foot shapes. Next, Salomon scanned the feet of over 5,000 skiers across Europe and North America. The custom shell, liner design, and buckle arrangement were adapted to the wider S/Pro design. To start, Salomon assessed the best features of their popular X/Pro boot. Image courtesy of Salomon.īefore we get too far into how the S/Pro performs, let’s talk about how Salomon arrived at their current design of the S/Pro. ![]() Product Overview The 2020 Salomon S/Pro 120. From deep powder on my 120 mm-waist skis to ripping groomers on my narrower all-mountain sticks, I’ve sampled a bit of everything in my S/Pro ski boots. I’ve skied the S/Pro with several different skis and in a variety of snow conditions over the 30-something days I’ve spent on the mountain this year. Salomon’s new S/Pro 120 has been my go-to ski boot this season, and it’s been a blast to say the least. ![]()
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