Dahu 02X LV 110

Model Year
2025-2026
Category
Frontside
Last Width
96
Flex Index
110
Price (MSRP)
$995.00USD

The all-new Dahu 02X LV 110 brought a very narrow fit to the table for testers, who liked that the Dahu line now offered two distinctly different fit profiles in the same three-piece, modular design. Testers gave the 02X LV narrow fit scores throughout and said that the instep and ankle pockets were snug enough out of the box that all but the lowest-of-volume feet would be craving a full liner mold to relax the performance fit just a touch.

Testers continue to praise the uniquely "custom" feeling Dahu stock insole that provides well-cushioned arch support and they similarly shared unanimous approval of the long lace run on the inner boot liner (called the Cambium Boot in Dahu lingo) for how it wraps the lower leg and connects the tongue to shin in a well-distributed way. This inner boot fit along the shin complements the progressive flex that testers mention when inner boot and exterior shell come together, buckled up for skiing. The 02X LV's flex feel is one of its best traits for combined performance and fit, they say.

Speaking of the inner boot and exterior shell coming together--that is the unique super power of the Dahu concept. The liner can remain mated with the three-piece shell, where the underside grooves of the Cambium Boot's outsole interlock with the ribbed structure of the exo-shell's base, in which case testers simply loosen the laces to get in, then snug them up, stowing the rolled up coil of laces in a handy elasticized pocket on the tongue, close up the shell around the inner boot with two oversized buckles and a traditional Velcro power strap, and then off they go, time to ski. Or, a skier could choose to wear the inner boot separate from the shell for ease of walking or driving, then slide it (still on the foot) into the exterior frame, buckle and go. A pretty cool solution for any skier who wants or needs to be as ambulatory around a ski resort as they may be actively sliding on snow.

Testers liked the side-to-side moves of the 02X LV, citing a predictable and smooth roll-over, edge to edge, between turns, and across the board testers rated the lateral balance as "neutral." There was less agreement on the fore-aft positioning, where testers mostly approved of the cuff's forward lean angle but several had issues with an overly high-feeling ramp angle underfoot. Some suggested that this was the silver bullet boot for skiers with limited range of motion in the ankle joint, as it would be supremely easy to get on and then ideally balanced once locked into the shell for skiing. For skiers looking to reduce that ramp, testers suggested that the thicker stock insole be swapped out for a lower heel elevation custom footbed or perhaps have a bootfitter grind the stock insole thinner under the heel to reduce the internal ramp angle.

Gender 
Women's
Sizes (MP) 
23.5-27.5
Construction 
Cabrio/3-PC
Boot width profile 
Narrow
Cantology Compatible 
No
Total Avg Score 
8.54
Shell/Cuff/Tongue Plastic 
Grilamid/Grilamid/polyurethane
Dry-Test Fit 
8.75
Dynamic Balance 
8.25
Edge Power & Fore-Aft Support 
8.25
Quickness, Steering & Feel 
8.50
Convenience, Warmth & Features 
8.75
Tech Compatible 
No
On-Snow Fit 
8.75

Kudos

  • “I love the lace-up on the liner. The insole's arch support is amazing. Very unique but fits really well right out of the box for my narrow foot. I love how they have a "garage" to store the laces. The liner is incredibly comfortable and it's so cool how you can take it out of the shell to wear as a boot on its own. More of a Cadillac than a Ferrari, it's built for all-day comfort and you can even wear the liner to coffee in the morning or to the bar after you are done for the day. It's easy and fun to ski! ” -- Michael Kendrick Powderly
  • “Feels like custom footbeds out of the box, I especially appreciate the contour and contact in my arch. Progressive flex and extension were a highlight. The bumps (moguls) are calling this boot and I loved how soft my ankles, knees hips felt through all phases of the turn. I attributed this sensation to a more-than-average progressive flex. ” -- Kim Holzer
  • “A smooth, energetic flex profile. Good tip initiation. The liner is perfect for apres, has great Achilles articulation for when you bust out the moon walk. ” -- Emily Alleman

Caveats

  • “So many moving parts! Yes, it would be amazing for someone with a fused ankle because they can get into it but this is way more complicated than it needs to be. It's very confusing because of how ramped the boot is. I skied better when I was five than I did in the Dahu. ” -- Kori Coggin
  • “Stance feels tippy to the front, like I have high heels on. I do actually feel taller. Too much ramp. A tight LV fit, a little too tight maybe--heat mold on the liner is a must. ” -- Emily Alleman

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