2014 Rome BOA Inferno Boot

Rome "Boa" Inferno Snowboarding Boot

Being a bit of an "old schooler"....I was very reluctant to give any "Boa" technology a try. I've seen this in every aspect of sports, cycling, running, etc...seems to still be hanging strong. At any rate I was asked to give the 014' Rome Boa Inferno snowboard boot a test ride. Spent a couple of weeks out on the snow riding, working, shoveling, raking etc...here's what I've got for you;

Well with out a doubt the boot was very light weight which was great. This boot is a techies dream come true. There's a pro fit liner that truly fits like a glove out of the box, not only that the fit just gets better and better the more you ride them. Volume wise the Inferno offers up a very binding friendly user profile. I'm a size nine, with a medium binding which worked great. I was digging the minimalist inner lace liner...this was helpful in keeping the heel pocket tight and fitting good. The 3D Molded EVA tongue makes for hours and hours of great fitting comfort. (nice touch). 

Boa, Boa, Boa!!! Nope not talking bout the snake here peoples. This is by far the one feature that has been a surprising game changer for me. I didn't believe I was going to be that impressed with the double Boa dual zone feature. Good news...you don't have to break your ass, and rip the day lights out of your fingers tightening your boots. The two separate Boa's on dialed in the low fit and the other was the upper fit. Again this was such an ease to get your boots fitting good. The nice part...they will never loosen up...to get out real simple release and very easy off to the bar or home tech !!!

Warmth was a concern as well...many cold days and nights of coaching....I'm NOT a fan of cold feet...yes they are warm. All day long the Rome Inferno is a great boot for that all mtn rider..me I generally spend most my time in the park coaching, however when I'm not doing that I really enjoy the pow slashes, trees, and high speed groomer rips. Deff give em a try !!

I would like to thank my crew up at Rome SDS for letting me check these boots out. Haven't checked them out???  Then give em a visit !!! ~Jonah D.