If you race in serious competition, you need a ski boot with FIS-approved features. If you're like the other 95 to 98% of skiers out there, you only need the performance features that combine appropriate flex with a comfortable fit. For the guys who push the envelope, the Nordica SpeedMachine 120 is the optimal choice. It's a supportive boot design that enhances energy transmission for superb performance. Nordica designed their SpeedMachine line to combine expert-level precision with comfort that feels good throughout the day. When you consider the 120 flex rating (Nordica's max is 150 for the racing boots) the SpeedMachine 120 is probably everything any performance-oriented advanced skier could require outside of serious racing. The SpeedMachine 120 offers most of the same features found on Nordica's ultra-stiff SpeedMachine 130 ski boot, although you don't enjoy the extra 10-mm. on the Velcro top strap or racing-rigid flex rating. What you do get is the same bi-injected boot design with soft pliable plastic throughout comfort areas and rigid material where energy transfer is critical to precision edge hold. The narrower Velcro strap (it attaches to the rear cuff) also has a progressive flex that you can adjust to meet your needs. No matter how you fit the strap, you still get that cool active rebound that sets it apart from other Velcro strap closures. This boot also has a heat-ready liner that accepts most of the boot heating systems currently available on the market. While it's certainly not the cheapest ski boot you'll find on the mountain, you get a lot of exceptional performance from the SpeedMachine 120--a factor that can make all the difference on big mountain vacations, and especially at the finish line.

Coast-to-coast, the largest emerging skier demographic remains the all-mountain ski enthusiast. That's why it makes sense that Nordica developed their Hot Rod ski boots exclusively for all-mountain functionality. While the Hot Rod 105 isn't the stiffest boot in the Hot Rod collection (the stiffest is the Hot Rod Pro 125 by 20 flex points) we think it has all the power transmission potential that most advanced and expert skiers would require on any side of the mountain. The Hot Rod 105 features the same Full Shock Eraser (FSE) features as the Hot Rod Pro 125 without the FIS-approved heel wedge. Full Shock Eraser technology enhances the shock absorption features in your skis by providing further vibration dampening, a quality any skier who skis fast or in varied conditions will immediately appreciate. The Hot Rod 105 has a wide assortment of FSE components, including the wedge, gel liner and adjustable rear spoiler. Like other Nordica ski boots, the bi-injected shell in the Hot Rod 105 offers soft pliable plastic throughout comfort areas and rigid material where energy transfer is critical to precision edge hold. It's a great combination of performance-oriented features and essential comfort components for going all-mountain, all day.

Can you guess the largest emerging skier demographic? Nope, not freeskiers--it's the all-mountain enthusiast. It makes sense when you consider that Nordica developed their Women's Hot Rod ski boots exclusively for all-mountain functionality. While the Hot Rod 90 W isn't the stiffest boot in the Hot Rod women's collection (the stiffest is the Hot Rod Pro 115 W by 25 flex points) we think it has all the power transmission potential that most advanced and expert women skiers would require on any side of the mountain. The Hot Rod 90 W features the some same Full Shock Eraser (FSE) features as the Hot Rod Pro 115 W without the FIS-approved heel wedge. Full Shock Eraser technology enhances the shock absorption properties in your skis by providing further vibration dampening, a quality any skier who skis fast or in varied conditions will immediately appreciate. The Hot Rod 90 W has an assortment of FSE components, including the wedge and heat-ready liner. (It doesn't have the Quick Set FSE rear spoiler that is exclusive to the Hot Rod Pro 115 W). Like other Nordica ski boots, the bi-injected shell in the Hot Rod 90 W offers soft pliable plastic throughout comfort areas and rigid material where energy transfer is critical to precision edge hold. It's a great combination of performance-oriented features and essential comfort components so you can go all-mountain, all day. If you don't need the high-end flex rating, check out the looser and slightly wider fit in Nordica's Hot Rod 70 W ski boot.

Some ski boot manufacturers seem to offer you choices every season: An ultra-rigid performance boot that delivers big during two-minute downhill runs, or a plush, thermally-enhanced boot that sacrifices performance characteristics for insulating comfort. The Head Edge+ 11 is one of the few boots to offer performance characteristics with amazing thermal warmth. In terms of flex, the Edge+ 11 comes out near the top with a Flex index of 90. But inside you'll find a thermal lining with Head Hi-Thermal comfort toes for amazing warmth. It's the result of extensive thermographic tests on a new line of warm insulating materials--and the new Head Edge+ boots are much warmer than seasons past. The Edge+ 11 also features a distinct stabilizer frame that helps reinforce the shell, adding more stability and energy transmission performance between your foot and the ski binding. Beneath everything is Head's Grip Sole, a soft rubber insert that makes walking easier and safer than conventional ski boots. It works with the SoftWalk Heel to help you maintain your balance and control on slippery surfaces--like all that packed-down snow on the pedestrian trails around the day lodge.

The Rossignol Synergy Sensor 90 All Mountain Ski Boots are for expert and aspiring expert all mountain skiers seeking precision and comfort. The Synergy Sensor 90 is a wider fit all mountain boot (at 102mm underfoot) for skiers who demand the pinnacle of performance with out sacrificing comfort. A perfect desired fit can be found with Rossignols thermo form boot which can be heated around your feet for a perfect fit. Get yourself into the Rossignol Synergy Sensor 90 boot and feel what people with great fitting boots have felt for years!

If you measure the value of your ski outings based on the number of runs you make in a day, the Head Women's Edge+ 10 HF is the perfect choice for your upcoming season. That's because it combines intermediate-level boot flex with exceptionally warm HeatFit insulation for all-day comfort and performance. Inside you'll find a plush, self-shaping footbed and HeatFit thermal lining with fleece that offer exceptional warmth. These innovations are the result of extensive thermographic tests on a new line of warm insulating materials--and the new Head Edge+ boots are much warmer than seasons past. If you ski in exceptionally cold climates, the Edge+ 10 ONE HF liner is ready for a battery-powered heating system, but that's sold separately. The Edge+ 10 ONE HF also features a distinct stabilizer frame that helps reinforce the shell, adding more stability and energy transmission performance between your foot and the ski binding. This stabilizer is specifically matched to suit intermediate skiers. Beneath everything is Head's Grip Sole, a soft rubber insert that makes walking easier and safer than conventional ski boots. It works with the SoftWalk Heel to help you maintain your balance and control on slippery surfaces--like all that packed-down snow on the pedestrian trails around the day lodge.

All-mountain skiers are the largest category of skiers in North America. That's why it makes sense that Nordica developed their Women's Hot Rod ski boots exclusively for all-mountain functionality. This Nordica Hot Rod 70 W offers the lowest flex (least stiffness) and widest last width in the Hot Rod women's collection. It's an ideal choice for any intermediate female skier who wants an all-mountain boot with a little more rigidity than some of the lower-end recreational boots for entry-level skiers. Like other boots in the Hot Rod collection, the Hot Rod 70 W offers Full Shock Eraser (FSE) features for extra comfort. Full Shock Eraser technology enhances the shock absorption properties in your skis by providing further vibration dampening, a quality any skier who skis in varied conditions will immediately appreciate. The Hot Rod 70 W has an assortment of FSE components, including the FSE wedge and FSE heat-ready liner. Like other Nordica ski boots, the bi-injected shell in the Hot Rod 70 W offers soft pliable plastic throughout comfort areas and rigid material where energy transfer is critical to precision edge hold. It's a great combination of performance-oriented features and essential comfort components so you can go all-mountain, all day. If you like the features but require more rigidity for steeper slopes, check out Nordica's Hot Rod 90 W ski boot.

The most accessible boot of its kind, the Roxy Juicy Ski Boots feature effortless performance at an equally easy price. This boot is packed with ingenious details, including a specially designed bi-injected shell devoted to the supremely painless experience of getting in and out of your boot. Add in a comfort fit liner and a lightweight, durable construction and you get a total shoe-in for advancing your skills.

The new Rossignol Women' s Xena X 40 All Mountain Ski Boots are for developing and novice skiers looking for a boot with high ski-ability at a great value. The Xena stands out from many boots in this category with its super comfort Thermo Fit liner and its wide 104mm boot shape that gives your foot plenty of room and comfort. The shell is made from four materials with different levels of stiffness, and over the instep,the polyurethane shell inverse overlaps to facilitate foot entry. Intermediate and progressing skiers looking for a good skiing, easy-to-enter boot will love the soft-flexing, spacious fit that accommodates most all skiers seeking a recreational fit and performance level.

Like its corresponding ski, the Roxy Hocus Pocus Ski Boots is a true terrain-master. Built for teens to facilitate everything from park and pipe riding to piloting into uncharted all-mountain terrain. A lively flex and precision custom-pro liner deliver insane control and support, while an easy-flex cuff and a plush polar-fleece liner keeps things comfortable from first chair to last.

Some ski boot manufacturers adopt a cookie-cutter approach to making kids boots, assuming that one size fits all and that most of their demographic takes a break for play/nap time after lunch in ski school. Luckily for the mogul-hopping kids, there is Nordica's Hot Rod 60. It's a youth-sized performance ski boot that offers a varied flex according to foot sizes, and that results in more performance potential for young-but-experienced skiers. To keep flex and child proportions in balance, Nordica created three distinct flex ratings for the Hot Rod 60 sizes. If you choose a boot sized 19-21.5, the flex rating is 55. If you choose a boot sized 22-24.5, the flex rating is 60. If you choose a boot sized 25-28, the flex rating is 65. Other nice touches are the four Micro-adjustable buckles and the cool transparent shell and cuff material. Whether you're looking for a stiffer boot for your advancing skier or a boot that doesn't oversimplify fit features, Nordica's Junior Hot Rod 60 belongs at the head of the class.

The Nordica ONE 65 Ski Boots - Men's is for the skier that needs easy skiing, support, a forgiving design and comfort. The Nordica One series next generation technology is designed to offer the perfect combination of comfort and convenience. This is the most generous fitting boot offered, modeled for those who like to cruise the groomers and have a great day with the family in the highest level of comfort.