For the ‘08-’09 ski season Tecnica unleashes the Dragon series. Successor to the Diablo, the Tecnica Dragon carries forward a tradition started with the Tecnus Comp. The Dragon is distinctly different from the Diablo-visually and functionally-yet on snow the overall character has the familiarity of preceding generations. Along with a new look accentuating the 3D molding technology-the Dragon significantly differs from the Diablo….

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The big buzz for Salomon is a customizable shell available in the Falcon. Any shell can be customized but the Falcon CS Pro incorporates Kaprolene, a patented thermally responsive plastic in both sides of the forefoot that uses lower temperatures than normal to heat the shell plastic…

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New for ’08-’09, Rossi’s Sensor 3 system has a unique application for multiple density plastics in some of their shells and has made some notable liner modifications. There may seem to be no news here but the application and placement of the materials significantly affects the feel and efficiency of boots that feature Sensor 3 technology…

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Nordica has become a juggernaut. They get stronger and better-stronger products, better range of fits. Their lineup encompasses a wide range of skier and foot types and their boots hit the target every time. Nordica entered the abducted boot fray with the super high end Aggressor series…

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“Crazy Blue” is gone; for the 2008-2009 ski season Lange returns to a more customary Lange deep blue tinted transparent shell plastic. Aside from cosmetics the high end shells have been redesigned and the liners improved. Lange has not entirely succumbed to the abducted shell movement-what they have done is move the foot-part of the shell laterally or outward-placing the feet more over the inside edge of the ski, their description…

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The Head Edge +11 and Edge + 10 L have found a solid niche. The Edge + 11 and its ladies counterpart, the Edge + 10 L, are unchanged. Both are wide at 104mm across the forefoot and high volume. The spaciousness is coupled with fair proximity to the mid-foot and good heel retention…

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Fischer has become a big-time player in Bootworld. Though not much of a presence at the launch of abducted boots as a viable idea-they‘re somewhat of an upstart as boot makers-they‘ve set a high standard. Soma-tec is the name given their abducted stance. All Fischer boots are set up this way. Soma-tec is distinct from other abducted shells because they not only position the forefoot more outward, they also move the heel inward over the inside edge of the ski…

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The Krypton series has developed a solid following that has carried beyond the cult status attained by what has been perceived as its predecessor, the Raichle Flexon. Though not truly the case, this perception has helped put the Krypton on the map. Regardless of the semantics, the Krypton series has given Flexon aficionados a more than acceptable substitute and for those who did not have the past pleasure, they will benefit from the attributes of the refined version…

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The model offering from Atomic has been pared down some. The introduction of the Hawx line, with the patented I-Flex which allows both the boot soles and the forefoot of the shell to flex, was quite successful in both men’s and women’s models. Since the inception of the Beta series Atomic shells are very anatomically shaped…like they belong on human feet; enlarged toe box, perpendicular medial wall and a well defined heel pocket…

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You know that dream bike you always wanted? The one with the carbon fiber frame and Shimano Dura Ace group. The one that will get you to the top of the hill way ahead of your riding buddies as they gasp for air and wonder when you’ve had time to train so hard. You know, that secret weapon of speed and power that you just couldn’t justify buying last season. Well, now is the time to turn all your dreams into reality. Footloose is liquidating all 2008 road, mountain, and rental bicycles in order to make room for all the 08/09 ski equipment pouring through our doors. Do not hesitate to check out the deals. New and used bikes are flying out the door on a daily basis. If you can’t make it up give our bike shop a call and see if we have your dream bike in stock. You can always make time for one more trip to Mammoth.