How do you loosen BOA snowboard boots?

Pull the dial outward to release the tension; Burton describes this as popping the coiler out. Some dials also let you turn back a click or two for a small adjustment. Never force a dial that won’t release.

How do I loosen Burton Speed Zone boots?

Take each handle out of its side pocket, pull it out of the lock and open the lace loops at the top of each zone. Then release the liner lace and open the tongue.

How tight should snowboard boots be when I ride?

Tight enough that your heel stays down when you flex forward and your shin is supported, but loose enough that your toes don’t go numb. Loosen slightly if you feel pins and needles.

Should I tie traditional snowboard laces in a double knot?

A bow or double knot both work; the key is tucking the ends into the cuff or lace pocket so they can’t snag on your bindings. Check the laces on the lift, as they can loosen during the day.

Should I wear two pairs of socks in snowboard boots?

No. REI recommends one pair of wool or synthetic socks that isn’t too thick. Doubled socks wrinkle and bunch, which causes pressure points and blisters, and cotton holds sweat and makes your feet cold.

How often should I replace snowboard boots?

There’s no fixed schedule. Replace them when your heel lifts even with the boot tightened well, the boot has gone much softer, or the sole or shell is failing. A broken lace or dial alone is usually repairable.

Gear guide

Laces, speed-lace, BOA

How to put on, tighten and loosen snowboard boots

To put on snowboard boots, open every lace or dial fully, slide your foot in, kick your heel back into the heel cup, tighten the inner liner, then tighten the outer boot from the foot up to the ankle. Loosening is the same in reverse, and each closure type has its own release.

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