Testers who've been following Nordica's medium-width boot evolution over the past few years were excited—and anxious—to ski the all-new NRGy Pro 1 after faltering starts with former Hell & Back and Fire Arrow models. Just getting it on their feet inside gave them good vibes. After just a few turns on the hill, they broke into smiles—it skis! After a couple runs their heart rate monitors edged higher. It really skis!
Testers found the flex even and natural—though a firm and upright 130 flex for sure. It used that functional flex to crush all manner of terrain and mix it up, turn-shape-wise, through variable snow and over smooth surfaces. Nordica’s return to a polyurethane shell construction from Triax plastic used previously put a smile on the face of our testers who liked its predictable, snappy feel. They also agreed that the neutral balance underfoot made for smooth, strong turns anywhere. The NRGy is a versatile platform and the 130 version we tested matched particularly well to bigger, stronger-skiing guys.
The cuff rides slightly taller than average in the category, so some of our shorter testers struggled to get out in front of the stout upper. They suggested that the 120- or 110-flex Pro 2 and Pro 3 versions might suit guys built like them better. The fit in the lower boot runs longer and wider than most others in the medium width group, and the tall fit over the top of the foot and up through the midfoot favors both thicker and higher-arched feet.
The auto-moldable ankle pockets started off snug and their fit improved by the run. The ankle area speedily conforms if you take the time to heat mold the Custom Cork liners. The Pro 1 and Pro 2 liners offer chipped-cork molding packs integrated into the ankle areas.
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