the boots are great. they were warm and comfortable all day and kept my feet dry and safe. they were a little too warm in fact when i was riding the shuttle bus so i opened them for transits. thanks to the great lacing system that was easy as cake.
the cushioning is phenomenal and the grip sets standards so long park days are no problem.

i would say they take a lot of punishment but it also takes its toll on them. they are not indestructible and i got some nasty scratches on them, the tongue ripped out of its stitching at the base and the laces show some wear and tear. its not bad so i guess it will be a few years until new laces need to be put in.

overall i can say they are the best boots i have ever had. they are also very small so they fit in smaller bindings, unlike the new vans or burtons. doesn't mean you have to get a bigger size, they come in right at your normal sport shoe size, just that they have less of the bulk.

if you ask me if you should get them? definitely yes!

the team boot is designed around your average team rider... this boot will do it all and hold up to the highest level of punishment that you can give to it... a flex panel at the hinge point of the boot allows the boot to stay tight around your ankle when you flex the boot instead of bowing out the boot material around your ankle... this boot has a lot of support and a thermacel liner... this means that the liner has a rubber compound mixed in to help get a better mold to your foot... a flex toe panel allows for more toe room for more warmth.. the TLS system provides a super easy to close system that is very durable and stays put.. in the bottom zone of this boot there are little pulleys in the lace loops to reduce friction, allowing for a better close and less lace fray... this boot is the best boot for that rider looking for a boot that will last a couple seasons and go all over the mountain... not to mention, the boot looks super sick as well...