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I am currently in Tecnica Cochise 120 Dyn. Why? Well, I thought I wanted a boot that can use with my backcountry skis as well as resort skis. At this point I am relieved of that silly idea A couple of times I traded my SL metal skis for BC skis and could not stand it Maybe on a powder day or something, but definitely not the typical hardpack.
The Cochise has a last of 99mm and getting them to fit was a process. It started with "OMG it hurts", but some breaking in and a visit to Larry's in Boulder made it good. I like it now. The forefoot is tight, the heel I would even prefer tighter.
I am now thinking about trading the Cochise for Tecnica Mach1. I tried the MV model (medium volume) and it was "too comfortable", which will translate into too loose after a day of skiing. So, thinking LV (low volume) and some punching.
Now, the flex. 120 or 130? The Cochise 120 I seem to flex too easily, especially on warmer days. I end up tightening the ankle buckles and the power strap and it still feels too weak in front. Still, I am not sure.
I am also open to other ideas (Lange? Atomic? Head?). The reason I focused on Tecnica is that I liked the build quality and the fit seems to be good for Cochise and Mach1.
I am 150/5'9", athletic. This season is mostly over, but I might try a racing league next season. 42 days this season. Here's my recent skiing for reference (critique is also welcome!):
The Cochise has a last of 99mm and getting them to fit was a process. It started with "OMG it hurts", but some breaking in and a visit to Larry's in Boulder made it good. I like it now. The forefoot is tight, the heel I would even prefer tighter.
I am now thinking about trading the Cochise for Tecnica Mach1. I tried the MV model (medium volume) and it was "too comfortable", which will translate into too loose after a day of skiing. So, thinking LV (low volume) and some punching.
Now, the flex. 120 or 130? The Cochise 120 I seem to flex too easily, especially on warmer days. I end up tightening the ankle buckles and the power strap and it still feels too weak in front. Still, I am not sure.
I am also open to other ideas (Lange? Atomic? Head?). The reason I focused on Tecnica is that I liked the build quality and the fit seems to be good for Cochise and Mach1.
I am 150/5'9", athletic. This season is mostly over, but I might try a racing league next season. 42 days this season. Here's my recent skiing for reference (critique is also welcome!):