Repeated testing over three generations of Vacuum system boots has yielded good results both for shell shape and stance balance modifications. What the Progressor 13 Vacuum showed at this year's test was that it also fits, stands and skis just fine straight out of the box. The medium width Progressor debuts this year in a Vacu Plast build-out, ready for the cook and squeeze customization process. Testers were stoked to find the new Progressor just as good—if not better—than non-Vac Progressor boots we'd tested previously. The takeaway was light, tight and fit right with good balance everywhere on the hill.
The Progressor 13 maintains a characteristically close fit throughout the lower boot and up through the instep and lower leg before flaring out into a progressively more open boot top. It’s a touch snugger than most of the increasingly relaxed modern medium fit models.
Testers raved about the evenly draped liner feel and good fit match out of the box. And, yes, it is that much better when the shell and fully customizable Ultralon padded liner are molded.
Testers liked the slightly more upright starting position of the upper boot when the two-position On/Off Piste rear spoiler was in the stock Off setting. Those who preferred a more aggressive forward position found it raked just right when snapped it up into the On setting. Flex feel was unanimously judged smooth and long; it’s a little softer than most 130's but engenders a natural and balanced amount of ankle flexion. Lateral stance felt neutral and offered easy and prompt access to inside and outside edges with no hiccups. It sliced comfortable and reliable arcs on all manner of terrain.
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