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Mirroring its big bad older brother the Speedmachine, Nordica’s Sportmachine shifts things into a lower gear while allowing skiers to flex back into an aggressive style if they choose. With a wider fit and a softer, more flexible shell- the Sportmachine is a great boot to grow with and would probably be my pick for anyone who wants to grow into a stiffer flex.
While the majority of learners will probably keep things more moderate in the flex rating, there’s quite a wide range of stiffness available in this boot. The Sportmachine is a good fit for any aggressive skiers who simply cannot swing a lower volume boot- if you’ve tried the Speedmachine and couldn’t bear the pinch, then this is a great compromise.
The Sportmachine boots are completely compatible with aftermarket customizations. They also have slight construction differences in the men’s and women’s versions of the boots- this amounts to an extra screw or two for more stiffness in the men’s model.
Notable Features
Tri-Fit Technology: IR adjustable molding works in tandem with traditional heat molding for a better custom fit
Tri-Force Construction: Combined hard and soft plastic build allows for a more tailored fit without sacrificing rigidity
Adjustable Cuff Profile: Cuff can be adjusted on the fly to accommodate low volume calves
Things we like:
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A nice step up in size from the more aggressive Speedmachine -
Available in a wide range of flexes
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Good intermediate step between beginner and advanced boots
Things we don't like:
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You might be able to fit in a Speedmachine with a little boot work
- Style: Overlap
- Last: 102mm
- Liner: Black Cork Primaloft Liner
- Soles: GripWalk
- Walk Mode: No
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Things we like:
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A nice step up in size from the more aggressive Speedmachine
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Available in a wide range of flexes
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Good intermediate step between beginner and advanced boots
Things we don't like:
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You might be able to fit in a Speedmachine with a little boot work
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