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Nike Snowboarding Zoom Kaiju Snowboard Boot - Men's - 2012
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Nike Snowboarding Zoom Kaiju Snowboard Boot - Men's - 2012
From Nico Mueller dissecting hairy lines in the Alps, to Austin Smith sending booters and hitting rails across America, the Nike team has tested the Zoom Kaiju Men's Snowboard Boot just about everywhere there's snow and it's stood up to every test. The sole comes from Nike's running shoes and provides superior board feel and energy transfer, and the Outlast liner with space blanket technology keeps your feet warm for long days in the backcountry and long nights on the streets.
- Traditional lacing with webbing lace system and neoprene eyestay for quick and easy tightening
- Zoom Air cushioning takes the sting out of harsh landings
- TPU backstay provides support and high-rebound flex, and articulating neoprene cuff provides increased heel hold and greater mobility
- Running shoe-inspired free sole is low-profile and torsionally flexible for greater board feel and flex, and is stiff from heel-to-toe for edge-to-edge energy transfer
- Outlast heat-moldable liner and footbed regulates temperature to keep your feet warm and dry
- Space Blanket technology in liner and shell retains heat
Bottom Line: Proven across the globe.
Leave your mark on The Wall.
Stiffer than ZF1s, low profile, nice.
By:
ian4179427
April 12, 2013
After putting 120 days on my Nike ZF1s and getting the beginnings of peroneal tendonitis, I knew it was time to replace my boots. I went with the Kaijus because I knew they were stiffer, and I needed stiffer.
The ZF1s wore in great up until the end (I could basically fold them in half at the end). After the normal 5 or so days of break-in, the Kaijus had the same great comfort. They also seem to be slightly warmer, which was a major issue with the older ZF1s - my feet would freeze in anything lower than 25 F temps. The kaijus were toasty as low as 15 F - though I didn't get a chance to test them any colder.
I only have one concern, and that is that the kaijus seem to have a lot of space in the toe box. My toes just barely touch the end of the toebox, which is a perfect fit. However, they just seem too comfortable. I have about 20 days on them at this point, so we'll have to wait and see. After telling my friends about this, their only reaction was "it sounds like you have the perfect boot".
I have somewhat narrow feet, and I downsize 2 sizes (normally wear a 9.5 or 10 street shoe) and the Nike line is perfect for me (I tried Burton, Celsius and thirtytwos in the past). No heal lift. Traditional laces let me fit my boots just right.
As an interesting aside, I've had people say things such as "Nike isn't a snowboard company, buy Burton", to which I reply "Burton isn't a shoe company, buy Nike". As it turns out, Nike poached THE boot guy from Burton to start their snowboard boot line - so you're not working with crap technology. Honestly, I don't know if I'd ever buy anything Nike otherwise, but these boots are great.
All in all, 20 days in on these Kaijus and they are just the step up in stiffness I wanted coming from 120 days on ZF1s. I highly recommend them. They're supportive without feeling like you're wearing a box on your foot (that's how Celsius boots feel on my feet).
Love'em
By: Jimmy McMenamin
February 11, 2013
Very happy with these boots, good support not too soft or stiff. Comfortable liner with inner lace system as a regular lace up just like the outside. Have ridden lots of boots through the years and very impressed with these. Previous Nike Boots had a very small toe box which was fixed and are now much more comfortable. True to size. Hope this helps anyone out there checking these out.
Best boot I've used.
By:
lun5812483
October 26, 2012
This is the best boot I own. By far better than Burton or 32.
2 Comments Last Comment: November 27, 2012 by: phil100133703
By: phil100133703
November 27, 2012
Awesome boot. Got a pair two years ago on a whim and my Burton Ions are collecting dust. The Nike Kajus has the perfect flex for me and great board feel. Thumbs up!
By: Boss Dave
November 27, 2012
how bout this is the only boot u own and u only hate on the other brand because u have never riden their shit?
Comfortable boots that rip
By: Jimmy McMenamin
February 11, 2013
True to size fitting boots that are very comfy and rip, get laced up!!!!
Inner Lace Lock broke 4th trip
By:
dfe5004243
February 11, 2013
Best boot I've owned but the Inner boot lace lock broke after the 4th trip out to tahoe. I wasn't even forcing it that much, I just like my boot tight. Nike doesnt have replacement piece of plastic for it... wondering if anyone has an extra or know where to get this part. I can put a picture up if that'll help. I can manually tie it but should not have to do that.
Boots this expensive should not break...
2 Comments Last Comment: April 8, 2013 by: dfe5004243
By: dfe5004243
April 8, 2013
Havnt been able to find the replacement part as well. Let me know if you are able to
By: tristan Maher
March 11, 2013
exact same thing happened to me, can you tell me if you find somewhere i can buy replacements.
Better lookin boots than Dortheys Red Slippers
By:
anw590876125
November 29, 2012
One of the nicest boots I have ever put on my feet. They are comfy and well insulated. Super light as well. I would recommend these boots to anyone who is trying to shred and pick up chicks at the same time. All killer, no filler!
Change me.
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