From 2008 Buyer’s Guide | Words by Nicole Birkhold

Editor’s Pick
Dalbello IL Moro
dalbellosports.com
Price: $700
The Il Moro from Dalbello is one of the coolest looking boots on the market and is chock full of signature Dalbello innovative technologies. The buckle on the cuff employs a slap ratchet closure system that allows you to adjust the tightness of the top of the boot in smaller increments than standard boot buckles. The band itself is wide and flexible helping to minimize shin bang. The L.D. Thermo liners are light, warm and moldable, using a custom heating procedure. The Il Moro comes with two interchangeable tongues, which can change the flex of the inner boot to either stiff or medium. The full-length, anti-shock footbed helps dampen landings and keep you comfortable. If that’s not enough to convince you this is a quality freeride boot, it’s also the boot of choice of Tanner Hall.

Atomic Hawk 100
atomicsnow.com
Price: $725

Tecnica Attiva Pro
tecnicausa.com
Price: $675