I-Type Ski Boots

An explanation of Head's I-Type ski boots.

Head nicknamed this I-type boot design the "All Day Ski Boot", covering everything from getting geared up in the morning to apres-ski, and of course a full day of skiing in between. Without sacrificing on snow performance, Head gave the i-Type several features to make walking in ski boots safer and more comfortable, with the Vibram rubber pads and the Flex Walking Sole. For the actual skiing part, the i-Type Boots have a generous fit for width, and the liners have nice thick padding for max comfort.

Features (not all features are on all boots):

Fleece lining: This boot sports a fleece lining to add extra warmth to the foot. It also adds a great deal of comfort as the lining breaks in and forms around the foot.

Flex Walking Sole: The forefoot of this boot can flex, right under the ball of the foot, to give greater comfort when walking in the boots. When the boot is stepped into a binding, the flex in the toe is eliminated.

Double Memory Buckle: One buckle does the work of two, via a cable system that goes over the top of the foot. The buckle does not get reset every time you release it, so it 'remembers' your last setting. Once you get the right fit dialed in, there's no need to remember where it was set, just close the buckle, and you're ready to roll.

Rear Entry Liner: Rear entry boots are back!!! (sort of). This liner folds back when the boot is opened up to allow the foot to enter the boot from the back. It makes it easier to get into the boot, and is really popular with people that don't need high performance boots (and are stuck in the 90's).

SL Shell: The plastic used for this shell is Super Light and a little more flexible so casual skiers can flex it and control the boot better. It also makes walking in them far less tiring.

Vibram Pads: This boot features Vibram rubber soles or grip pads in the heel and toe for added security while traversing the formidable parking lot.

Wide Back Design: When the cuff buckle is released, the boot opens backward more than standard front entry boots. Its not quite like the rear entry boots of the 90's, but definitely easier to get into than most modern boots.