Words by Kari Bodnarchuk, Boston Globe: “Ride Snowboard’s new Hi-Phy Boa Coiler boot uses a clever lacing system that lets you dial in the perfect fit, stash excess lace, and firmly tighten your boots — snow day after snow day — without tearing up your fingers. The Boa system has a relatively unobtrusive knob that you twist to tighten the thin, steel-cable laces. Pull the dial out to instantly loosen the boot and step out. These all-mountain freestyle boots offer a stiffer ride, meaning you get better control and rebound action whether you’re carving, landing jumps, or tackling the terrain park. The injection-molded Phy-Top material, which extends from the sole up through the heel and calf area, strips weight without sacrificing stiffness or durability (each boot weighs just 2 pounds). The boots come in black and a wild lime color (this year’s new black?). $260. www.ridesnowboards.com“
