EXPERIENCE
The most forgiving women's ski boot in the Prime W series, theAtomic Hawx Prime 85 W is perfect for women skiers looking for confidence and control.
Its Boa® tightening system is highly intuitive and precise, making forefoot adjustment easy and progressive.
There's volume in the forefoot (toe box) and finer zones in the malleoli and arch.
Construction
Prolite construction (shell thicknesses are optimized to the maximum and reinforcements are placed in certain areas to reduce weight while maintaining responsiveness. Energy Backbone or Carbon Spine reinforcement / the shoe is 25% lighter and more stable than all other constructions...),PU,PU
Memory Fit: lightness, performance and perfect adaptation to all Medium width feet (100mm in 265)
Hook settings
This shoe is equipped with 2 very sturdy micro-metric aluminum hooks + a cable system that winds up thanks to an adjustment knob
You can adjust the length of the buckle by screwing or unscrewing the hook. The top hook has 3 positions to fit all calves. A wide adjustment strap at the top of the stem provides powerful, easy tightening of the upper shell.
What is FLEX?
To give an indication of the shoe's rigidity, brands define a Flex index for each shoe. This number determines the boot's rigidity: the higher the value, the stiffer the shell. A flex of 60 to 70 is considered suitable for beginners. A flex of 70 to 100 is for advanced skiers. Beyond that, products are designed for expert skiers. However, larger skiers can move up a level.
What is my shoe size?
Ski boot sizes are expressed in Mondopoint sizes. This is the length of the foot in cm.
Place your heels against a wall, slide a sheet of paper underneath, bend over and measure the longest foot.
For example, if your foot is 24.2cm long, you should choose size 24/24.5.
How do you know if the shoe you're trying on is the right size?
Once the foot is in the shoe, close the hooks halfway. Can you go any further? This means that the shoe's volume doesn't suit you. Once your shoes are closed, perform 3 large flexions by pressing hard on your shins (put your hands on your knees) to move your heel back into the shoe. Stand up straight: you should be able to touch the tip of the shell. When flexing, your foot should move backwards and you should no longer be able to feel the toe.
What to do about foot pain
1- Choose a thin, technical ski sock to avoid pressure points and promote blood circulation in the foot.
2- Choose a sole adapted to the shape of your foot to prevent it from crushing against the shell. Ask a sales assistant for advice.
How do I store my ski boots?
1- Aerate your shoes by removing the liner inside the plastic shells.
2- Close the hooks at the first notch to prevent the shoes from deforming and, if possible, store them in a cover.
3- Store them, if possible, in a dry place where the temperature is unlikely to fall below 10°C. The shoe's plastic will thank you!
