Hello,
I have been lurking around here for a couple years and never posted, but have certainly gained a wealth of knowledge.
I have been riding hard boots for about 10 years...with an average of 10x per year. The boots I have had are the Nordica SBH, first on a 163 Asym Alp and now on a 169 4x4 Prior for the past few years.
Much of the riding I do now is with the family...so I often get lazy.
I am looking for a new setup and was contemplating softboots, but I like the simplicity of hard boots.
How would you compare the SBH's to the stiffest softboots, such as the Malamutes or Drivers?
How would you compare the SBH's to the Raichle SB 413?
I'm not giving up on hardboots yet, just looking for suggestions.
As for a board, I was thinking of BX board in the 160 range. I was considering the Donek Incline, but then read that it may not be forgiving when you get lazy late in the day. What about the Palmer Channel? Any other recommendations?
I guess I am looking for a do-it-all board (and boots) that holds a good edge and allows you to some carving, good in the trees, and doesn't penalize you too bad when you get lazy. Am I asking for too much?
Thanks in advance!