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26/27 · 25/26 season review
A medium-stiff boot that fits wider feet straight out of the box, no heat moulding needed. The liner is thinner around the toes than the Nidecker Rift Pro from the same factory, so there's more room across the ball of the foot, and the weight sits right in the middle.
The H5 BOA lets you release it a little at a time, so tightening and loosening is easier than on older versions.
A closer look
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Width
Slightly wide
Sizing
True to size
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
Slightly stiff
Heel hold
Does your heel lift while riding
Out of the box
Comfortable from the first day
Holds its shape
Does it loosen after a few days
Response
Does it turn as soon as you flex
Impact absorption
On landings
Tightening zones
Can you tighten areas separately
On and off
Grip
On snow and stairs
Warmth
Compact outsole
Less toe and heel drag for big feet
How it tightens
Dual BOA · adjustment: great
Rider levels suggested in the review
New · Intermediate · Advanced
Suits beginner to expert riders
What the review liked
- ✓Fits a wider foot (E width) without heat moulding — rare for a Western brand
- ✓The liner is thick over the instep and thinner toward the toes, so there's less pressure on the sides
- ✓The H5 BOA winds back in small steps, so you never have to start tightening from scratch
- ✓The whole liner can be heat moulded to your foot
What the review found lacking
- —The liner can loosen slightly lengthwise over time
- —The stock footbed is thin and plain — swap it if you want proper impact absorption
