Choosing Your FL3X Downhill Ski Boots

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What’s the difference between two- and three-piece downhill ski boots?

As far as performance goes, the difference between a two- and three-piece boot mainly lies in the flex. A three-piece boot’s design includes the shell, cuff and tongue while a two-piece boot consists of only two parts, the upper cuff and lower shell.

Three-piece ski boots, such as those in the FL3X collection, have one key feature: their progressive flex. During a forward bend—for example for mogul skiers—the boot is much more forgiving and has a smoother rebound from impacts.

Advantages of FL3X Downhill Ski Boots

• Progressive flex
• Easy to put on and take off
• The flex can be modified by changing the tongue
• Outstanding shock absorption
• Very comfortable

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Who are FL3X downhill ski boots for?

Although FL3X ski boots are for everyone, they’re aimed at freestyle and mogul enthusiasts. In fact, they’re the choice of many athletes, such as Michaël Kingsbury.

FL3X boots’ design provides excellent shock absorption, which makes them perfect for jumps and snow park features. In addition, a line of touring boots is available to satisfy all those who love this type of flex so that they can now enjoy it during their backcountry adventures.

Choosing the Right Size Downhill Ski Boots

Choosing the right size boots starts in the store. Measuring both feet is essential. The measuring tool used at Oberson stores enables taking a complete footprint and analyzing your arch, width and length.

Based on this foot analysis, the right size ski boot will be determined both for length and width. You should be able to adjust a ski boot that fits your foot without any discomfort. FL3X ski boots are available in two widths: 99 mm and 102 mm.

Do you feel uncomfortable in your downhill ski boots? Find out what can be done by reading the article Bootfitting: Precision Work.

FL3X Downhill Ski Boot Shells

Revolver and Revolver Pro

• 99 mm width
• Available for both men and women
• 90, 100 flex
• DIN (ISO 5355)
• Widetrack buckles (buckles using cables)

Revolver Team and Revolver TW

• 99 mm width
• Available for both men and women
• 100 and 120 flex
• GripWalk soles (ISO 23223)
• Widetrack buckles (buckles using cables)

Method

• 102 mm width
• Ideal for wider feet
• Available for both men and women
• 70, 80, 90 and 100 flex
• GripWalk soles (ISO 23223)
• Ladder buckles
• Models available: Method B&E, Method Pro, Method

Diverge Tour

• 102 mm width
• Ideal for touring
• Available for both men and women
• 90, 110, 120 flex
• GripWalk sole (ISO 23223)
• Ladder buckles
• Models available: Diverge, Diverge LT and Diverge SC

Evolver

• Children’s model

Intuition Liners

Top quality liners really make a difference. The Intuition liners used in the FL3X ski boot collection are 100% heat-mouldable, warm and super comfortable.

FL3X’s Different Tongues

FL3X boots are designed with a base flex like all alpine ski boots on the market. However, they have the advantage of tongues that are easily interchangeable to make the boots either softer or stiffer. Parts are sold separately.

Tongue flexes are rated from four to ten.

• 4 = 70
• 6 = 90
• 8 = 100
• 10 = 120

How to Adjust FL3X Ski Boots

One of the things that’s great about them is that they’re so easy to put on. However, if you’re on your first pair of three-piece boots, adjusting them properly can sometimes seem complicated.

First, open all buckles and straps. Unlike two-piece alpine ski boots, buckles can also be adjusted. You should open them all the way the first time. Then slide your foot into the liner. Comfy, isn’t it?

Next, close the buckles and then the straps so that they’re as tight as possible, starting with the one located at your ankle. This step gives your heel and ankle good support. Finally, close the buckle levers.

FL3X downhill ski boots will delight all freestylers. The iconic three-piece boot has nothing left to prove. It provides guaranteed comfort and performance.