In the midst of a trend one of our testers crudely called the pussification of the ski boot (you know, softer, wider, more upright than they should be) along comes a throwback rig reminiscent of the days when only strong, manly skiers with low volume feet (high insteps beware here!) felt at ease piloting performance boots.
We're not going to call the G2 an antique—it's completely modern in its last shape, construction and liner technology, but it sure as heck fits like performance boots of days past. Shorter than most, with a tighter toebox than most, with a slightly more forward lean angle than most, it gave our testers a window to Christmas ski vacations past.
This boot swallows the foot and lower leg like a boa constrictor. The fit contours around the navicular, sixth toe and ankle bones are rubber glove tight. The Ultralon PWR Fit liner is pre-molded but we found a full cook job eased compression enough to gain an all-day fit.
This boot skied as powerfully as any we tested. It’s brick strong and nano-second quick. It is not a boot for racking up massive amounts of easy cruising vert. But serious skiers will appreciate its ability to drive at speed directly at the trickiest pockets on the slope ahead.
It’s built to adventure off-piste with a rubberized boot board, replaceable soles and a grippy mid-arch. Expect a stiff suspension. Either be ready to kick ass or have you ass kicked—those are the only options.
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