Ski Boots Are Vital Pieces of Ski Equipment. What Stiffness Do You Choose? (Poll)

You’ve heard it before, but we’ll repeat it: boots are one of the most essential pieces of ski equipment you can buy. If they fit poorly, they’ll hold you back. If they’re uncomfortable, they can ruin a day in the mountains.

There's a reason the "Date your skis, marry your boots" mantra exists.

What’s less certain, though, is skiers’ preferences around boot flex. While these numbers can give skiers an idea of how soft or stiff a boot will be, it's not actually a standard measurement, and flexes tend to vary by brand.