Hawx lovers were understandably curious about this new, prophylactically-named Hawx Magna. Could it possibly match the rep staked out by the regular Hawx with which it shares a surname? Since it billed as wider than the already generously-lasted Hawx, they were curious if there would be enough fit tension. Could it possibly be properly Hawx-like? The “alls-well” sounded once they slipped in. It’s surprisingly skin-close, contouring precisely through the ankle, heel and instep (albeit a thicker ankle, heel and instep). It swells to contain big-guy forefeet and calves comfortably. Entry was easy. Closure was straightforward. Skeptics were relieved.
They were completely won over once they set the Magna to “flow” and pointed them downhill. For a wide body, its ski driving skills are equal to many in the narrow group. It has more torque towing capacity than off-the-line quickness, testers said, but with plenty of forgiveness and shock absorption for exit ramps to the off-piste. Testers said it's a great fit for skilled skiers with high volume feet.
Simple styling and slimmed down features appealed to our tester. As did its slipper-easy on-and-off capabilities. The word “butter” greased its way onto several test forms.
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