Love my Vans infuse. No heal lift and a very comfy boot. I like the adjustability for making the boot stiffer or softer depending on how you ride and helps with longevity.
I've been riding the Nike Zoom Force 1 since 2013. I recently picked out some deadstock Nike Zoom Kaiju and I can't wait to see how they ride. I switched over from Burton to Nike and never looked back.
In short: Kevin likes the consistency of traditional laces. It's not really the brand it's the lacing system. Get a boot that is comfy and fits your foot, the debate of the best or which boots/brand is best is so dead.
I'm very new to snowboarding and I've been loving your gear videos, I got myself the Vans Aura Pro with the Double BOA and they are very comfy and has that consistent tightness.
Thanks Kevin for recommending the Sambas. I just picked up a pair and took them out on the mountain last week. No foot pain whatsoever. Perfect fit for my feet and just the right amount of support. I need to buy up a bunch of these just in case.
I'm riding this season with the Adidas Response 3MC ADV. It's my first double boa boot and I found I had total control over how my boot fit and all day comfort for the first time in years. I don't get to ride more than a few times a season so I kinda suffered silently with Burton Invaders prior to this for the past 4 seasons not thinking it was worth doing the upgrade, but it has made so much difference to my riding. Game changer for sure.
I bought a pair of k2 darkos this year and they are by far the best boots I have ever had. No pain right from day one either. Has the boa/lace combo. I used to only use lace up Solomon's but the board shop I always go to told me to try these out and I must say 8 won't ever switch back
Picked up the samba boots last month also size 9.5. Very comfortable for my rather wide flat feet. I will say that after my first day of riding and being in them for about 10 hours I did develop a blister below my inside right ankle (riding primarily regular stance, so back foot) and that was after heat molding them in-store. Other than that I love these boots, and especially the liner. I can get them super tight which I like and am hoping with better socks and with further break-in the blister issue will stop
Had my sambas for 3 going on 4 years and i ride very hard. Best boot on the market in my opinion. I'm even a lift operator at my local ski resort and they've lasted so well.
Ive always rocked 32, going from softer to stiffer over the years. Being a AASI lvl 1 ten year snowboard instructor, my gear gets over 100 days on snow. Today was the day that I decided to get a freshie pair of boots (my TM2XL team boots on year 3) and this video was a notification turned buying guide!
Thanks for this review! I never owned either of those pairs but I was curious how someone experienced these. Personally I own a pair of ThirtyTwo's (Scott Stevens) pretty stiff overall which is nice for a snappy respond. Downside being is I feel like my feet start to hurt or get sore near the end of the day on the mountain. They seem to be better for park days.
I've got 2 pairs of 2018/19 Boost Tactical Adv they're incredible. 2018 season I rode over 120 hours (about 5 hours of solid riding every sesh) in the first pair and I ve got to say the worst part was taking them off at the end of the day, I loved them so much I hunted down the Bape Tactical Adv editions this year. The comfort/support in the Adidas is always there. I tried really really hard to like 32(had the stepchild/lashed, frank april tm-two) but could never get them to fit or feel right the heel was never there, and experienced some new foot pain every ride. With the Adidas it felt like the boot follows the bottom of your foot when you ride and I like to think the boost foam is more forgiving when you land odd or flat. I d higly recommend any Adidas snowboard boots to anyone who's thinking im over snowboarding cause of foot issues, try these boots they ll make you fall back in love with shreading
I went from the old auras to the infuse this year. I now ride about 5 days a week and I find the infuse perform really well. I dont notice a problem with the tightening zones as I use 2 hands to reef down on the powerstrap (depends whether im teaching or not). I do find the tongue of the liner doesnt fit perfect and causes some pressure around the upper part of my ankle, but I will probably get them baked again. I like the boa system on the mountain because its easy to dial in my heel hold if I find it sliiping a little. Before buying I tried 32 lashed (never has my size in tm2), ride fuse and Salomon lofi. Neither of those felt anywhere close to as nice as the infuse.
Have Van's implant pro with ankle boa!! Amazing boots for secure heel hold . Sometimes you need to be crafty. I have the same boots. Pro tip , velcro straps my dude!!! Walmart, online or hardware store. Game changer for upper half of boots if needing that secure feel
Got some new Burton Ruler Boa boots... first few days were quite the rough experience. Then I broke them in manually, twisted and bend the heck out of them. Thankfully they just got really comfortable. But I get what you mean by a lose shin feeling. Speed of the BOA lacing < a overall snug feel of a laced boots...
Yeah I’ve got this years Vans Infuse boots and I love them. It took probably 6 or 7 times to really dial in on how to lace these bad boys. I pretty much treat them like hockey skates and just use leverage and crank down that power strap and haven’t had issues since
I use old 32 degree with laces. Sturdy warm and comfortable. I have to retighten the laces after a couple of runs. Thinking about getting DC’s like my grown children have. They love them and they seem to be lighter weight.
I like the classic lacing too. I'm on the dc mutiny and they feel pretty good. The adidas sambas are looking pretty nice. Maybe I find a pair to test in my shop.
Yeah just ordered them today, was either those or the tactical, but usd 140 Vs usd 250 untested at summer sale, I went for the samba after seeing that you are able to rock them all mountain.
I have the same pair. These are my first snowboard boots so it's a bit hard to compare them to other boots, but I've ridden some rental snowboard boots, which definitely felt more uncomfortable, especially in the shins. I find these boots to be pretty comfortable and I also don't really notice them too much when riding. They also seem to have good heel hold. The laces should be longer though.
Currently have the double boa on the K2 Maysis and have to be really careful not to over tighten them. Will probably go back to og laces next time round...
For women looking for a pair of boots, I think the Soloman Ivys are awesome. So comfortable and no issues with tightness/looseness. I had Burton Mints as entry boots and I couldn't get the fit right and would end up with crazy heel lift . Get your boots formed to your feet at a store! It makes a huge difference.
Hey Kevin, good timing on this for me, my old DC phase are falling apart and looking for a new pair of boots, how have you found either for splitboarding? I guess you've only used the Vans for that? Did you loosen off the strap for the uphill? I'm looking at getting a more freeride oriented boot.
As a boot fitter everything you are saying comes down to how they fit! Vans in my experience is a really WIDE last! (Especially in the heel) Every single liner is also made with different foam which, will make them again fit/ feel different on your feet. Boa boots are often super easy for the consumer to over tighten them causing pressure points and even constriction of blood flow to your feet. Overall your boot should fit snugly without having to super tighten the lacing on the boot! Best way to check is to take out the liner and then shove your foot in the naked shell. Check out the spacing in their, no more than two fingers behind the heel for length and heel in the heel pocket should not allow your hand to grip all the way around the heel (hand should not fit on side of your ankle and the shell should not be squeezing your ankle already). Every boot fits differently because of each brands LAST (mold used to shape boots) REMEMBER THAT
Double boa, the single is why you have the problem , i feel like i can't ever get laces as tight as boas, so having both on 1 boot makes sense why it would feel inconsistent
The boa on the infuse is simply meant to tighten down on the ankle a bit more to help with heel hold. These boots are traditional lace and the boa is just an add on.
ADIDAS all the way for me! I think may go half a size down next time in the samba, i had to get some extra padding on my right boot to stop heel lift (thanks Andreas). But they are super comfy for me, never had to 'break them in' either.
Im on the vans implants, feels like a regular boot BUT with the boa, zero heel lift and very comfortable, havent experienced any issue with the top feeling loose either.
Really enjoy your videos! I just bought a new pair of Samba. I don’t know if it’s just me, but the top of my feet hurt a lot after first time of wearing them. Do you think the shoes will break in and become softer later? Also the laces are very short.
I actually love the Vans Infuse more than the Samba's because of the BOA system. I tried out the Samba's for two weeks, and they're a great traditional lace. However I find the Infuse allows me to tighten or loosen my boots on the go; in between lifts, lodge beers or before a drop into some powder/park. Comfort and stiffness in my opinion go to the Infuse, but the Samba's are super lightweight in comparison.
@SnowboardProCamp I have the vans infuse from last year . I wore them around the house a lot on the off-season and I was getting a lot of hot spots ,.. until I realized that the boa and ankle strap are really there to just hold the tongue snugly in place until you tighten the laces accordingly . I’m not using the heel J cuff thing either . We’re you able to ride with the j cuff heel insert ? If so did you find benefits ? But since I figured that out riding in them has been fantastic . No hot spots great performance ! Love the stiffness
I got the same adidas this year, so comfy you could just kick it in them all day whether you’re riding or just chillen at the bar or lodge. Would recommend
I've spent crazy stupid money chasing the perfect boot. I keep coming back to good old Vans HiSTD. Mind you I have J-bars and Shredsoles installed. Those two additions turn a "B" boot into an "A+".
Only ever owned two pairs of boots. Solomon something or others and now 32 lashed. Oh and I tried some 400 dollar burtons. The 32s felt so good in the store but I’ve had comfort issues on mtn. I’ve never had traditional laces so it’s been a steep learning curve. But I’ve pretty much figured I need them pretty darn loose to be comfortable. And the 32s have a wayyyy larger footprint than the other boots. I almost need to go up a size on my bindings.
Adidas snowboard gear is so premium. My JV snowboarding jacket is one of the best jackets ever. It's my main cold day jacket. For snowboard boots I got some K1s. K1 gear is pretty decent.
I have issues with my boots never feeling tight enough. Especially at the top of the boots. I have a strap across the inside of the top but it's not designed to go any tighter. I don't even have thin calves or anything. It doesn't affect my performance to much but I feel the need to constantly adjust my boots.
I have the samba boots they are great once I broke them in. I have the same size feet 10 in shoes 9.5 in sambas. My feet are the edge of being wide and regular fit and I fit them fine most of the time unless my feet are really swollen the I get a small pressure point.
Edit 04/19/2020: After this short winter season d/t novel coronavirus, I have some thoughts on the Adidas Superstars snowboard boots. Yes, these boots are very comfortable. Four solid 10-hour day sessions in Tahoe and these break in easily. I have an average width foot and wore socks between thick wool hiking socks to thinner merino smartwool socks and they still stayed snug under the laces. As the boot material broke in, the boot inevitably became looser, notably in the toe box to mid-foot (metatarsal region). I run a rather looser set up (4/10 flex park board & Burton custom bindings) and my boots really responded well to playful and loose style. But the boot needed re-tightening very often as the material softened up. Still a solid set of boots IMHO, but if I am to get a stiffer, more responsive boot for carving/powder, I may look to a stiffer, more structured boot like the Tactical ADVs. I am very happy with my Superstars in terms of style and performance but will need another set for other applications. ---------------------------------------- Just upgraded my boots to Adidas Superstars. Love the traditional laces for ability to customize the fit for my ankle and foot. It's light, flexible, and has a rubber toe cap so it helps my toe strap grip. +1 on Kevin's comment about sizing. From aggregated reviews, I learned that Adidas boots run a 1/2 size larger. I wear a 10.5 in regular trainers, but these 10s feel great even with thicker socks. I chose to go with the Superstars over Sambas because they have a strap up on the calf to keep my laces secure and the top of the boot snug.
@Mr1SmA Based on Evo conversion chart, yes you are correct. I downsized fromUS 10.5/Mondo 28.5 to US 10/Mondo 28. But I would say that this is only consistent with the Superstars. Not sure if the same would hold true if I got the Sambas, Tactical ADVs, Lexicons, 3MC, etc.
Adidas Tactical ADV + custom insoles gave me the best fit. I thought traditional lacing would be a pain, but quickly realized it's so easy and you only have to lace up once for the whole day. Double and triple boas are nice if setup correctly (no overlapping sections). Burton's speed lace was awesome, but my heels are too wide for Burton boots. Single boas are terrible.
I prefer tighter down low and loose up top but I need to have freedom of movement throughout.. current DC's work well other then tounges get twisted up and catch on the outer pieces they are supposed to slide beneath.
I've got the Vans Implant Pros, which also combine boa and laces. I have a similar issue with getting the upper boot tight. Tbh they are so comfy that I can live it, and it doesn't impact my riding. After years of boot pain these Vans have changed everything!
I have the same boots. Pro tip , velcro straps my dude!!! Walmart, inline or hardware store. Game changer for upper half of boots if needing that secure feel
How are the Sambas' for stiffness... I prefer something w a medium stiffness however they seem to be tough to find these days so I also am more drawn to traditional place systems so I can loosen them some if need be
I've ridden the Vans Infuse for about 60 days and found the complete opposite! The different systems makes the tightness perfect but they are the least comfortable boot I've ever ridden!
Just got back into snowboarding the last few years (used to snowboard a lot in the 80's). I am 245 lbs, go fast, carving and powder. I have the K2 Ryker BOA. I have always pain in my feet and they feel sloppy. What style boots should I focus on for my weight and style of riding? I know that I need to try several boots, but they don't hurt in the store. Love to hear some suggestions. Thanks.
So I have brand new Van's dual boas and they don't work with my Malavita's that have the back plate that wraps around for presses, what's my next best steps? Can I change the backplates? Do I need new bindings, or should I go with a single boa set up. I know people like laces, but I find they loosen, or you never get them tight enough.
In September 2018 you had some custom insoles made. Are you still using them? With these boots? Why or why not? Any update would be informative. Thanks!
I don't recommend Vans Infuse to anyone. The BOA can break and it cuts into your leg a lot, because this is not a BOA only boot. So the BOA is quite bad on this boot. And they are super heavy as well. Probably the heaviest boot on the market.
I have boa boots on the top and botton but even then they don't have any give so even if you tighten the boot up they don't have any stretch is you kinda want. There's no middle ground.
I’m a complete beginner to snowboarding, I’m looking for a pair of boots and I’m largely drawn into getting a pair of vans but full lace ups, what do I need to look out for in particular
I had to finally just bite the bullet and order them online to try them out. They do fit a ½ size smaller than most boots I've had so far. Meaning I usually ride an 11 but I ordered these in a 10½ and they're perfectly. Basically they're true to size, as I normally wear a 10½ in most shoes. Super pumped to go ride these!!
Buys cheap gear (either in the offseason or last years model stuff) and it will end up saving you money in the long run plus you will have your own stuff.
what these guys said. When I first started riding I bought a used board/bindings/boots for like 170 bucks total. Can't beat that, rode that setup my first 3 seasons until I was ready to splurge on some new gear!
Eddie J They’re speaking facts I got a board with bindings for 200$ on OFFERUP or maybe LETGO can’t remember but then I also got Salomon Boots from FB MARKETPLACE that are 179.99 retail and got the guy to give me them for 40$ and they are perfect.
I ride the Sambas. Super comfy but I do feel like they come loose halfway through the day. Its a consistent loose though. I find usually my morning after waking up strength to tighten is not as strong as my blood flowing strength. So I usually like to take a couple runs to get the juices flowing and then re-tighten. After which, I don't have to think about them.
Josh checked the RUclips recommendation in one of the top comments on double wrapping the laces up top to keep it from happening? There’s a link to a video, very simple
we all know, the real reason for the switch is the fitting colorway of the samba to your pants and jacket! :D
Yesss
COOL! Love the vids man!! Can’t wait to get my own board and gear!!
Love my Vans infuse. No heal lift and a very comfy boot. I like the adjustability for making the boot stiffer or softer depending on how you ride and helps with longevity.
Couldn't find the sambas anywhere to try on but was able to get the Vans. Thank you Kevin !! These boots are soooo comfy !
I've been riding the Nike Zoom Force 1 since 2013. I recently picked out some deadstock Nike Zoom Kaiju and I can't wait to see how they ride. I switched over from Burton to Nike and never looked back.
In short: Kevin likes the consistency of traditional laces. It's not really the brand it's the lacing system. Get a boot that is comfy and fits your foot, the debate of the best or which boots/brand is best is so dead.
so true
You watch the Angry Snowboarder too? Nice.
@@diojiwoolf Yes.
Great vid. I wear DC 'Mutiny' all lace ups with top strap. I find them very comfortable. I agree that staying with traditional lace ups is the go.
great informational video!
I'm very new to snowboarding and I've been loving your gear videos, I got myself the Vans Aura Pro with the Double BOA and they are very comfy and has that consistent tightness.
I have the Van's aura og single boa and I have found they are comfortable but the toebox is pretty spacious
Thanks Kevin for recommending the Sambas. I just picked up a pair and took them out on the mountain last week. No foot pain whatsoever. Perfect fit for my feet and just the right amount of support. I need to buy up a bunch of these just in case.
I love my Grey Samba's, super comfy
I'm riding this season with the Adidas Response 3MC ADV. It's my first double boa boot and I found I had total control over how my boot fit and all day comfort for the first time in years. I don't get to ride more than a few times a season so I kinda suffered silently with Burton Invaders prior to this for the past 4 seasons not thinking it was worth doing the upgrade, but it has made so much difference to my riding. Game changer for sure.
I bought a pair of k2 darkos this year and they are by far the best boots I have ever had. No pain right from day one either. Has the boa/lace combo. I used to only use lace up Solomon's but the board shop I always go to told me to try these out and I must say 8 won't ever switch back
Picked up the samba boots last month also size 9.5. Very comfortable for my rather wide flat feet. I will say that after my first day of riding and being in them for about 10 hours I did develop a blister below my inside right ankle (riding primarily regular stance, so back foot) and that was after heat molding them in-store. Other than that I love these boots, and especially the liner. I can get them super tight which I like and am hoping with better socks and with further break-in the blister issue will stop
did the blister stop? I'm trying to decide if I should get them for 140$ new
I got adidas boots too! Best pair ive owned. Super stoked on them.
Nice soccer shoes to snowboard in lol
Had my sambas for 3 going on 4 years and i ride very hard. Best boot on the market in my opinion. I'm even a lift operator at my local ski resort and they've lasted so well.
Ive always rocked 32, going from softer to stiffer over the years. Being a AASI lvl 1 ten year snowboard instructor, my gear gets over 100 days on snow. Today was the day that I decided to get a freshie pair of boots (my TM2XL team boots on year 3) and this video was a notification turned buying guide!
NorthernAdventures802 Bain so you got the Samba? How are they?
Thanks for this review! I never owned either of those pairs but I was curious how someone experienced these. Personally I own a pair of ThirtyTwo's (Scott Stevens) pretty stiff overall which is nice for a snappy respond. Downside being is I feel like my feet start to hurt or get sore near the end of the day on the mountain. They seem to be better for park days.
Burton SLX! Love the Speedzone lacing system
I've got 2 pairs of 2018/19 Boost Tactical Adv they're incredible. 2018 season I rode over 120 hours (about 5 hours of solid riding every sesh) in the first pair and I ve got to say the worst part was taking them off at the end of the day, I loved them so much I hunted down the Bape Tactical Adv editions this year. The comfort/support in the Adidas is always there. I tried really really hard to like 32(had the stepchild/lashed, frank april tm-two) but could never get them to fit or feel right the heel was never there, and experienced some new foot pain every ride. With the Adidas it felt like the boot follows the bottom of your foot when you ride and I like to think the boost foam is more forgiving when you land odd or flat.
I d higly recommend any Adidas snowboard boots to anyone who's thinking im over snowboarding cause of foot issues, try these boots they ll make you fall back in love with shreading
Just got my Sambas, can't wait to shred with these babies!
I am a huge fan of the Infuse. Best fitting boots I’ve ever worn!
I went from the old auras to the infuse this year. I now ride about 5 days a week and I find the infuse perform really well. I dont notice a problem with the tightening zones as I use 2 hands to reef down on the powerstrap (depends whether im teaching or not). I do find the tongue of the liner doesnt fit perfect and causes some pressure around the upper part of my ankle, but I will probably get them baked again. I like the boa system on the mountain because its easy to dial in my heel hold if I find it sliiping a little. Before buying I tried 32 lashed (never has my size in tm2), ride fuse and Salomon lofi. Neither of those felt anywhere close to as nice as the infuse.
Have Van's implant pro with ankle boa!! Amazing boots for secure heel hold . Sometimes you need to be crafty. I have the same boots. Pro tip , velcro straps my dude!!! Walmart, online or hardware store. Game changer for upper half of boots if needing that secure feel
Got some new Burton Ruler Boa boots... first few days were quite the rough experience. Then I broke them in manually, twisted and bend the heck out of them. Thankfully they just got really comfortable. But I get what you mean by a lose shin feeling. Speed of the BOA lacing < a overall snug feel of a laced boots...
Currently riding the infuse 2020 pat Moore sig best boots I’ve ever had. Had the sambas and k2 maysis.
Yeah I’ve got this years Vans Infuse boots and I love them. It took probably 6 or 7 times to really dial in on how to lace these bad boys. I pretty much treat them like hockey skates and just use leverage and crank down that power strap and haven’t had issues since
they perform even better with hockey laces ;)
I use old 32 degree with laces. Sturdy warm and comfortable. I have to retighten the laces after a couple of runs. Thinking about getting DC’s like my grown children have. They love them and they seem to be lighter weight.
I like the classic lacing too. I'm on the dc mutiny and they feel pretty good. The adidas sambas are looking pretty nice. Maybe I find a pair to test in my shop.
I like boa
Yeah just ordered them today, was either those or the tactical, but usd 140 Vs usd 250 untested at summer sale, I went for the samba after seeing that you are able to rock them all mountain.
This is awesome. My faves are my vans hi standard and my buddy’s faves are the Adidas Samba. 🤙🏼
I have the same pair. These are my first snowboard boots so it's a bit hard to compare them to other boots, but I've ridden some rental snowboard boots, which definitely felt more uncomfortable, especially in the shins. I find these boots to be pretty comfortable and I also don't really notice them too much when riding. They also seem to have good heel hold. The laces should be longer though.
Big fan of Burtons speed lacing system. Two adjustable zones allow for that consistent tightness.
I got the ride lasso’s this year, I love them
Rocking the vans of course!!
Have you tried the Infuse with the boa pad an inch or 2 lower, that’s where I’ve found it to work best
Going to whistler and Stevens pass in March gonna be sick!!!!
I have the hi standard (jake kuzyk cw) and I just love them.. traditional lacing is the best to get that consistency you're talking about
did you buy same size street shoe or whats up with the sizing?
I'm having the same problem with my Infuse boots now too!
Currently have the double boa on the K2 Maysis and have to be really careful not to over tighten them. Will probably go back to og laces next time round...
I also board with the samba’s and they are awesome!
DC t Rice boots. Super comfortable right away out of the box!
For women looking for a pair of boots, I think the Soloman Ivys are awesome. So comfortable and no issues with tightness/looseness. I had Burton Mints as entry boots and I couldn't get the fit right and would end up with crazy heel lift . Get your boots formed to your feet at a store! It makes a huge difference.
Love my Vans Verse 2019 with double boa
Dan Fridlund do you do a lot of touring with these boots or mainly resort riding?
Hey Kevin, good timing on this for me, my old DC phase are falling apart and looking for a new pair of boots, how have you found either for splitboarding? I guess you've only used the Vans for that? Did you loosen off the strap for the uphill?
I'm looking at getting a more freeride oriented boot.
As a boot fitter everything you are saying comes down to how they fit! Vans in my experience is a really WIDE last! (Especially in the heel) Every single liner is also made with different foam which, will make them again fit/ feel different on your feet. Boa boots are often super easy for the consumer to over tighten them causing pressure points and even constriction of blood flow to your feet. Overall your boot should fit snugly without having to super tighten the lacing on the boot! Best way to check is to take out the liner and then shove your foot in the naked shell. Check out the spacing in their, no more than two fingers behind the heel for length and heel in the heel pocket should not allow your hand to grip all the way around the heel (hand should not fit on side of your ankle and the shell should not be squeezing your ankle already). Every boot fits differently because of each brands LAST (mold used to shape boots) REMEMBER THAT
Double boa, the single is why you have the problem , i feel like i can't ever get laces as tight as boas, so having both on 1 boot makes sense why it would feel inconsistent
The boa on the infuse is simply meant to tighten down on the ankle a bit more to help with heel hold. These boots are traditional lace and the boa is just an add on.
ADIDAS all the way for me! I think may go half a size down next time in the samba, i had to get some extra padding on my right boot to stop heel lift (thanks Andreas). But they are super comfy for me, never had to 'break them in' either.
Im on the vans implants, feels like a regular boot BUT with the boa, zero heel lift and very comfortable, havent experienced any issue with the top feeling loose either.
great review - do you size down at all for the vans boots?
Hey Kevin, great videos! But I would say that Adidas samba are more comparable with Vans Hi-Standard pro than Vans Infuse
Really enjoy your videos! I just bought a new pair of Samba. I don’t know if it’s just me, but the top of my feet hurt a lot after first time of wearing them. Do you think the shoes will break in and become softer later? Also the laces are very short.
I actually love the Vans Infuse more than the Samba's because of the BOA system. I tried out the Samba's for two weeks, and they're a great traditional lace. However I find the Infuse allows me to tighten or loosen my boots on the go; in between lifts, lodge beers or before a drop into some powder/park. Comfort and stiffness in my opinion go to the Infuse, but the Samba's are super lightweight in comparison.
just got a dc control.. hopefully they more comfortable than my old k2 that were trash
@SnowboardProCamp I have the vans infuse from last year . I wore them around the house a lot on the off-season and I was getting a lot of hot spots ,.. until I realized that the boa and ankle strap are really there to just hold the tongue snugly in place until you tighten the laces accordingly . I’m not using the heel J cuff thing either . We’re you able to ride with the j cuff heel insert ? If so did you find benefits ? But since I figured that out riding in them has been fantastic . No hot spots great performance ! Love the stiffness
I got the same adidas this year, so comfy you could just kick it in them all day whether you’re riding or just chillen at the bar or lodge. Would recommend
I've spent crazy stupid money chasing the perfect boot. I keep coming back to good old Vans HiSTD.
Mind you I have J-bars and Shredsoles installed. Those two additions turn a "B" boot into an "A+".
Iv always loved my sambas!!
Only ever owned two pairs of boots. Solomon something or others and now 32 lashed. Oh and I tried some 400 dollar burtons. The 32s felt so good in the store but I’ve had comfort issues on mtn. I’ve never had traditional laces so it’s been a steep learning curve. But I’ve pretty much figured I need them pretty darn loose to be comfortable. And the 32s have a wayyyy larger footprint than the other boots. I almost need to go up a size on my bindings.
Adidas snowboard gear is so premium. My JV snowboarding jacket is one of the best jackets ever. It's my main cold day jacket.
For snowboard boots I got some K1s. K1 gear is pretty decent.
I had both but I prefer the infuse
I have issues with my boots never feeling tight enough. Especially at the top of the boots. I have a strap across the inside of the top but it's not designed to go any tighter. I don't even have thin calves or anything. It doesn't affect my performance to much but I feel the need to constantly adjust my boots.
Interesting video i should try more boots ive tried DC now for 2 years
My DC boots are super comfy and the fit feels right
@@je5406 mine to:)
I'd be really interested to try the Adidas snowboard boots... do you know if they are a narrow, mid or wide fit?
Have you looked into the Adidas Tactical Adv? I heard their boots are very comfortable.
I have the samba boots they are great once I broke them in. I have the same size feet 10 in shoes 9.5 in sambas. My feet are the edge of being wide and regular fit and I fit them fine most of the time unless my feet are really swollen the I get a small pressure point.
Edit 04/19/2020:
After this short winter season d/t novel coronavirus, I have some thoughts on the Adidas Superstars snowboard boots.
Yes, these boots are very comfortable. Four solid 10-hour day sessions in Tahoe and these break in easily. I have an average width foot and wore socks between thick wool hiking socks to thinner merino smartwool socks and they still stayed snug under the laces.
As the boot material broke in, the boot inevitably became looser, notably in the toe box to mid-foot (metatarsal region). I run a rather looser set up (4/10 flex park board & Burton custom bindings) and my boots really responded well to playful and loose style. But the boot needed re-tightening very often as the material softened up.
Still a solid set of boots IMHO, but if I am to get a stiffer, more responsive boot for carving/powder, I may look to a stiffer, more structured boot like the Tactical ADVs. I am very happy with my Superstars in terms of style and performance but will need another set for other applications.
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Just upgraded my boots to Adidas Superstars. Love the traditional laces for ability to customize the fit for my ankle and foot. It's light, flexible, and has a rubber toe cap so it helps my toe strap grip. +1 on Kevin's comment about sizing. From aggregated reviews, I learned that Adidas boots run a 1/2 size larger. I wear a 10.5 in regular trainers, but these 10s feel great even with thicker socks. I chose to go with the Superstars over Sambas because they have a strap up on the calf to keep my laces secure and the top of the boot snug.
@Mr1SmA Based on Evo conversion chart, yes you are correct. I downsized fromUS 10.5/Mondo 28.5 to US 10/Mondo 28. But I would say that this is only consistent with the Superstars. Not sure if the same would hold true if I got the Sambas, Tactical ADVs, Lexicons, 3MC, etc.
My favorite is the Burton ruler
Adidas Tactical ADV + custom insoles gave me the best fit. I thought traditional lacing would be a pain, but quickly realized it's so easy and you only have to lace up once for the whole day.
Double and triple boas are nice if setup correctly (no overlapping sections).
Burton's speed lace was awesome, but my heels are too wide for Burton boots.
Single boas are terrible.
Burton Ions for life.
I prefer tighter down low and loose up top but I need to have freedom of movement throughout.. current DC's work well other then tounges get twisted up and catch on the outer pieces they are supposed to slide beneath.
Lots of times I leave the top 1/3 unlaced
I've got the Vans Implant Pros, which also combine boa and laces. I have a similar issue with getting the upper boot tight. Tbh they are so comfy that I can live it, and it doesn't impact my riding. After years of boot pain these Vans have changed everything!
I have the same boots. Pro tip , velcro straps my dude!!! Walmart, inline or hardware store. Game changer for upper half of boots if needing that secure feel
@@mpix00 nice idea, will give it a shot
How are the Sambas' for stiffness... I prefer something w a medium stiffness however they seem to be tough to find these days so I also am more drawn to traditional place systems so I can loosen them some if need be
I've ridden the Vans Infuse for about 60 days and found the complete opposite! The different systems makes the tightness perfect but they are the least comfortable boot I've ever ridden!
My BOA boots that I have always seem to come loose even from just walking
DC and Vans boots - all traditional laced only! gotta add insoles no matter what for extra comfort and arch support tho
Just got back into snowboarding the last few years (used to snowboard a lot in the 80's). I am 245 lbs, go fast, carving and powder. I have the K2 Ryker BOA. I have always pain in my feet and they feel sloppy. What style boots should I focus on for my weight and style of riding? I know that I need to try several boots, but they don't hurt in the store. Love to hear some suggestions. Thanks.
burton concord, liner has started to tear to tear to pieces after 2 seasons of okay-ness
So I have brand new Van's dual boas and they don't work with my Malavita's that have the back plate that wraps around for presses, what's my next best steps? Can I change the backplates? Do I need new bindings, or should I go with a single boa set up.
I know people like laces, but I find they loosen, or you never get them tight enough.
In September 2018 you had some custom insoles made. Are you still using them? With these boots? Why or why not? Any update would be informative. Thanks!
I don't recommend Vans Infuse to anyone. The BOA can break and it cuts into your leg a lot, because this is not a BOA only boot. So the BOA is quite bad on this boot. And they are super heavy as well. Probably the heaviest boot on the market.
I have boa boots on the top and botton but even then they don't have any give so even if you tighten the boot up they don't have any stretch is you kinda want. There's no middle ground.
i been using sambas too
What fasteners do you recommend for adidas boots?
Salomon f4's are the most comfy boots I've ever had and I've struggled for years with hurting feet whilst riding.
I had the adidas samba too but they hurt my feet a lot because i have high feet. Then switched to vans and no problem anymore
Glad I came across your comment, I got the superstars and my feet are killing me so far. Swapping to vans now.
Kevin could you compare this Boa to Ride Fuse Boa , i've in my normal boots boa and have same feeling like you in vans and want go back to lances.
Still on the original Vans Boa boots still strong but not used alot as I only get away for 2 or 3 days a year
I bought the Samba and returned it the same day. Hated it.
Looking for my first snowboard boots, could these be recommended for beginners or would they be too 'good'/advanced?
Rocking some Burton Ion, love them!
I’m a complete beginner to snowboarding, I’m looking for a pair of boots and I’m largely drawn into getting a pair of vans but full lace ups, what do I need to look out for in particular
also, Samba's are synthetic leather too. big plus.
why not go with a double boa system? just curious...
K2 Maysis. Most comfortable double boa.
Damn what day were you at Steven’s pass? I would have looked out for you.
Did you switch over your custom insoles??
Any tips on where to go to try Adidas boots on? I live in Utah and am struggling to find shops who have them.
I had to finally just bite the bullet and order them online to try them out. They do fit a ½ size smaller than most boots I've had so far. Meaning I usually ride an 11 but I ordered these in a 10½ and they're perfectly. Basically they're true to size, as I normally wear a 10½ in most shoes.
Super pumped to go ride these!!
i wish i lived some were that snowed then i would buy some gear but i just rent when i go on a trip (i live in Australia)
Buys cheap gear (either in the offseason or last years model stuff) and it will end up saving you money in the long run plus you will have your own stuff.
yea matt is right, buy end of season or ebay or smth there are always good deals and will definitely be cheaper then renting in long run
what these guys said. When I first started riding I bought a used board/bindings/boots for like 170 bucks total. Can't beat that, rode that setup my first 3 seasons until I was ready to splurge on some new gear!
Eddie J They’re speaking facts I got a board with bindings for 200$ on OFFERUP or maybe LETGO can’t remember but then I also got Salomon Boots from FB MARKETPLACE that are 179.99 retail and got the guy to give me them for 40$ and they are perfect.
Yewwww
I ride the Sambas. Super comfy but I do feel like they come loose halfway through the day. Its a consistent loose though. I find usually my morning after waking up strength to tighten is not as strong as my blood flowing strength. So I usually like to take a couple runs to get the juices flowing and then re-tighten. After which, I don't have to think about them.
Josh checked the RUclips recommendation in one of the top comments on double wrapping the laces up top to keep it from happening? There’s a link to a video, very simple