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What to Expect from a Ski Boot Fitting
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Discover BOA
Dialled in. Precision fit.
Whether tearing down the piste or taking on the backcountry, we are constantly seeking ways to gain a performance edge with our skiing. BOA's journey began with a clear mission: to develop an entirely new alpine ski solution that delivered an elevated user experience, a scientifically proven fit and performance advantage, and the durability to withstand the most extreme alpine conditions. With over 50,000 hours of design, development, and testing in collaboration with the world’s leading ski brands and athletes, the BOA Fit System’s new H+i1 platform is making the best ski gear even better.
Staff Verdict
What we think
"I have been so impressed by BOA. Its ease of use, effectiveness, and durability all perform beyond expectation. The wrap around the foot feels even and snug, and it’s so just so simple. It’s easily the best innovation in ski boots in years."
Steve Wells, Ski Equipment Buyer
Dual Dial BOA
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What is the BOA system, and how does it work in ski boots?
It's a cable system with contact points on the boot that's tightened or released with a dial. You can get a single BOA on the foot with buckles on the leg or a dual BOA on both the cuff and foot.
How does BOA differ from traditional buckles?
Traditional boots use buckles at set positions, generally two over the foot and two on the cuff. BOA uses more contact points to even out pressure and improve the wrap when closing the plastic shell. The dial moves the cable in small increments, which creates better foot hold and increased comfort.
Is BOA durable?
The design is clever; if hit with enough force, the dial pops off but stays attached to the cable and can be clicked back into place.
"In early testing, we even smashed a demo boot against a tree and used a digger to apply pressure - the dial just popped off and reattached." - Steve Wells, our ski equipment buyer
The chances of breaking are very small, and even if it does, all the components are generic between brands, making replacement parts easy to source.
Dual Dial BOA
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Cuff BOA Fit System
The BOA dial replaces traditional upper buckles, wrapping the cuff smoothly around the shin. It spreads pressure more evenly, keeps the leg secure and makes micro-adjustments quick and simple. The result is a stronger edge hold and a calmer ride at speed.
Single Dial BOA
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