The Gist
The G2 100 Powerfit M (for “m”edium height cuff) is a compact alpine assault vehicle for chargers with low volume feet. It’s a sleeper that performs at top-of-class levels while selling at a bargain basement price.
Fit
Tight in the way of a bygone boot era, especially at the toebox and forefoot. The thermo-moldable liner will open up a bit after heat customization but this boot is definitely best for the slender-footed and those with a trusted bootfitter.
The rest of the lower fit is tight too, but not in a bad way. Testers with low volume feet were big fans, citing improvements in anatomical shaping and liner feel compared to previous versions. The cuff fits snug but isn’t overly high on the leg, so skiers with average volume calves will do fine here, testers said.
Performance
Minimalist all-mountain ripper was the on-snow consensus. There was never any hesitation launching into turns and it inspired confidence without being overly demanding. Testers said this was a fun boot to ski, everywhere. Quick steering moves born of the snug fit were evident. They liked the lively, snappy flex that popped them back to a neutral position with every turn.
Cool Features
Stripped down, no-frills. The G2 looks down its nose at extravagances like cuff adjustments and such. It does, however, have a double pull loop liner and grippy replaceable soles.
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