These boots have been tried on several times, worn around on some epoxied concrete and are scuffed here and there but otherwise new. They've probably been buckled into a board too once or twice but I don't recall. They have never been on the hill. The Head's offer a softer ride than most boots, in my opinion except for maybe some old Raichle 3 buckle. (Ok maybe a little stiffer than that.) New version Deeluxe 225 maybe. Anyhow. $300 Shipped.