Maybe it was the stealth ninja cosmetics. This one certainly snuck up on testers who were pleasantly surprised by how much they liked its convenience, fit, versatility and all-around performance. It's not a Vacuum model so it’s more value priced, but there wasn't a single complaint about the fit or stance. Impressive.
Testers raved about the Hybrid 12's ease of entry and exit and a welcoming initial fit that enveloped the foot in a soft but even wrap. It fell right in the middle of the wide last group’s fit tension spectrum. Everything worked efficiently to close-up shop and get skiing quickly. Testers heaped praise on the buckles, power strap and the Hike Lock walk mode. It doesn't happen often, but they seemed shocked that they couldn't find anything to nit-pick here.
Skiwise, it scored high marks both on- and off-piste. Testers said it has a stout but slinky feel turn-to-turn with a tall stance. It flexed progressively throughout its range for smooth moves in any radius arc. A few testers thought the cuff fit a little low on the leg for aggressive crud hammering, but they were generally outnumbered.
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