What's your go-to snowmobile boot?

[MTsled3]

My last 3 pairs were Tobe.
The first ones lasted a couple years, then leaked in the back.
-Replaced no questions asked, just pictures.

Those were used for a year n 1/2 then developed a little leak somewhere. Guessng the boa straps dug into the tongue a bit. Literally look new still.
-Replaced no questions asked, just pictures.

You cannot beat the customer service and waranty with Tobe.

My wife has had great luck with all of her Tobe gear, she's also an ambassador for them and used to get free gear, but they've cut back on all of that the last two seasons.

For me, my first pair of boots had a bad fold that dug into my ankles, and they leaked halfway through the first season. They did warranty them and the second pair was redesigned and much more comfortable, but they also leaked after just a few rides. Decided two bad pairs was enough for me so went Klim this time.

I do have bibs, helmet, goggles, and gloves from them that I have really liked. Longest I've ever had a pair of bibs, going on season 4 I think with no leaking or rips.

 

[chevy_man]

I've had two pairs of the Klim Adrenaline Pro GTX Boa. First pair lasted about 6 seasons before they started leaking around the toe. The first 4 seasons on them consisted of 3-6 days on the snow per season. Season 5 was around 13 days, and the final season was probably 35 days on the snow. Still have the pair and use them for snowblowing the driveway.

Second pair I've put two seasons on, first around 35 days on the snow, second season around 6 days. Broke a BOA cable the first season. The cable frayed and broke in the guide just above the KLIM logo. Warranty replacement via BOA was stupid easy, and cable replacement was simple. The repair kit they sent actually has two cables and two dials, so I have a spare now.

I preferred the loop for snowpants on the first pair of the Klim boots as it was further up the tongue of the boot (towards my leg(. The location of the loop now is more difficult to stretch the elastic snowpants strap through, with the loop being closer to the toe.

My primary riding partner has 8 seasons on his Klim Adrenaline Pro GTX Boa's, with more days on the snow than me, and he's had no issues with his. The sole rubber was starting to get chewed up on his (still didn't leak), so he preemptively replaced them last year with some non-currents of the same model, same size. He ended up selling the new pair because they were noticeably wider and his feet would float in them. He then went with the 509 Raid Double BOAs and is happy with how they fit his narrow feet. They're a very stiff boot.

I love the BOA system and wouldn't own a boot without it. I just can't bring myself to get a single BOA boot like the Klutch GTX. I really like the second BOA dial, and being able to snug up the sides of the boot for more ankle support. When it comes time for me to replace/upgrade I'll probably try the Fly Inversions. Still double BOA, but seem to be a bit more flexible than others, so easier to walk and maneuver in. Don't know anyone who has tried Fly boots, but I've been very happy with my other Fly gear (monosuit and helmet).

I have Fly lace-ups. They are very soft for a boot, and super easy to move in. On the other hand they probably have 40 days on them and while they don't leak, they look haggard. Lots of scars from the running boards, and they're just stock boards on my pro. They were cheap at $120, so replacing them every year or two isn't the end of the world like if a $500 boot failed every other year.

Likely going to try the 509 boa next, as my buddies have had good luck with them. Definitely going to try and get a repair kit to keep in the truck though. That's the only reason I've stuck with laces this far, is watching my buddy explode his cable on day 1 of a 4 day ride.

I have a buddy that has worn Muck boots for years.
I'm tired of fighting leaks so I ordered a pair of Mucks myself. I'm curious as to how they will wear from the boards.

I use them when I'm on the old Indy ice fishing. But I have a tent and heater.

The only way they work is because the Indy has heat exchangers on the running boards. They would be miserably cold without the engine heat.

Muck's are super warm until your feet sweat, and because they don't breathe your feet end up frozen in their own sweat. They work great for a few hours doing chores, but they suck for any long term use.

Also know 3 guys that have broken ankles wearing Mucks in the winter. Needless to say mine have diamond ice cleats that don't ever come off.

 

[jh7]

I have Fly lace-ups. They are very soft for a boot, and super easy to move in. On the other hand they probably have 40 days on them and while they don't leak, they look haggard. Lots of scars from the running boards, and they're just stock boards on my pro. They were cheap at $120, so replacing them every year or two isn't the end of the world like if a $500 boot failed every other year.

Likely going to try the 509 boa next, as my buddies have had good luck with them. Definitely going to try and get a repair kit to keep in the truck though. That's the only reason I've stuck with laces this far, is watching my buddy explode his cable on day 1 of a 4 day ride.

The Fly single BOA and double BOA are two entirely different boots. The single BOA is soft and easy to move in. The double BOA is very rigid and stiff. I wish they took the single BOA boot and added a second cable and dial to it.

My buddy that bought the 509 BOA really likes the fit of them, but he isn't convinced they'll last. After only a few rides, one of the BOA cables is starting to wear through the tongue of the boot.

 

[BeartoothBaron]

I've been riding on Baffin Crossfire boots for several seasons (five years, I think). They're plenty warm: I've never had issues with cold feet. Maybe they're a little chunky, and not real breathable, would be the only complaints I can think of. They use inserts you can pull out to dry them out more quickly though. I did have an eyelet for the laces pull out a couple years ago, but fixed it with a small machine screw, nut, and some washers. They hold to the boards nicely, I don't see any damage despite my frequently knocking ice off, and no leaks so far. I'm sure there are nicer boots to ride in, but the price is reasonable, they're warm, they seem to hold up well, and so I figure it's worth the mention.

 

[Mafesto]

I use them when I'm on the old Indy ice fishing. But I have a tent and heater.

The only way they work is because the Indy has heat exchangers on the running boards. They would be miserably cold without the engine heat.

Muck's are super warm until your feet sweat, and because they don't breathe your feet end up frozen in their own sweat. They work great for a few hours doing chores, but they suck for any long term use.

Also know 3 guys that have broken ankles wearing Mucks in the winter. Needless to say mine have diamond ice cleats that don't ever come off.

I can relate, my feet sweat, and after 4 days of riding I had to dry my Arctic Pros out for day five. Honestly, I loved them for riding.

 

[ehtan259]

I like the simplicity of the boa system, but on the Tobe boots, the boa wires cut into the tongue of the boot which may have contributed to the leaking. Does that happen on the Klim and 509 Boa boots?

Also open to other brands like Fly, maybe even FXR. I just want something that I don't need to worry about. I like the 400g-600g insulation level, any more and my feet sweat which makes things worse. color block game

 

[jh7]

I like the simplicity of the boa system, but on the Tobe boots, the boa wires cut into the tongue of the boot which may have contributed to the leaking. Does that happen on the Klim and 509 Boa boots?

Also open to other brands like Fly, maybe even FXR. I just want something that I don't need to worry about. I like the 400g-600g insulation level, any more and my feet sweat which makes things worse. color block game

The BOA wire cutting into the tongue on the 509 boots is exactly what is happening to my friends pair with less than 10 rides on them, and he's expecting to have issues with them soon. We were talking about Tobe boots a few days ago as an option, so hearing this might disqualify them from the list of options for us too. Maybe FXR is the ticket?

I just looked at our pairs of Klim, Fly, and 509 boots and the Klim's definitely have the largest additional layer on the tongue for the BOA wire to go against to prevent the wear into the tongue. The pair of Klim's I have is a few seasons old, so not sure if they've changed that design. The Fly's additional layer is about the same size as the 509, but the material of the Fly tongue seems to be tougher than that of the 509's.

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[pikashoww]

Looking to get new boots this insta pro year. Currently I have a pair of Tobe boots that leak like crazy. It's the 2nd pair I've had that leaked, first pair got warrantied but I don't even want to try another warranty pair from them so looking at other options.

Mainly curious about how the newer Klim and 509 boots have been holding up for people? Specifically the Adrenaline Pro S GTX Boa and the Raid double Boas.

I like the simplicity of the boa system, but on the Tobe boots, the boa wires cut into the tongue of the boot which may have contributed to the leaking. Does that happen on the Klim and 509 Boa boots?

Also open to other brands like Fly, maybe even FXR. I just want something that I don't need to worry about. I like the 400g-600g insulation level, any more and my feet sweat which makes things worse.