Slalom ski boots are available in two key styles; Open-toe or closed-toe. Majority of modern slalom skis use a ‘traditional’ mountain pattern allowing different brands of boot to be fitted onto any given ski. 2017 and earlier HO skis with D.C. (Direct connect) inserts must be mounted with HO D.C. style front and rear boots. Those wishing to mount Radar boots to their 2018 and later HO ski must use an aluminium rear plate. BOA slalom ski boot variants replace traditional lower laces with a BOA lacing system for fast, efficient closure.
STYLES:
- OPEN-TOE: Open-toe ski boots offer the most adjustment as they cater for a range of foot sizes (i.e., US 7 to US 11) and are not left or right foot dependant. Most open-toe boots are available in front and rear plate options. The top lace on all open-toe boots will be elastic to allow for safe release in case of an accident.
- CLOSED-TOE: Closed-toe slalom ski boots offer the best fit and performance. Most closed-toe boots are available in individual US sizes and left or right foot variants. All closed-toe boots are available with rear aluminium plates and the front and rear aluminium plates are interchangeable.
- REAR TOE PLATES: Rear toe plates are available in adjustable or fixed styles. Adjustable RTP’s are one-size-fits-all and feature a lace or BOA system to cater for all foot sizes up to US 14. Fixed RTP’s are made of rubber and are available in specific US shoe sizes with aluminium plates. Hybrid rear toe plates (HRT’s) combine the ankle support of a full boot with the flexibility of a RTP. HRTs are best for skiers who deep water starts with two feet in and are looking to bridge the gap between a full boot and traditional RTP.
Radar 2015 Vapor Slalom Ski Boot with Aluminium Plate
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Description
Traditional soft rubber or EVA boots cramp feet and deliver very little control to your ski. Full plastic chassis boots can be overbearing and generally have ski altering mechanisms that add weight and reduce ski flex. In Vapor boots, our design with Pro-fit chassis and synthetic leather outer shell is the best of both words. The chassis offers immediate response and greater edge hold. The soft outer is forgiving and allows extra movement without disrupting the ski’s path. Our competition boot is a true hybrid of all that is needed in a great boot. You will find an easy transition onto Vapor boots. It’s the best fitting, most comfortable boot in tournament skiing.
LATERAL STABILTY ENHANCEMENT - Edge-to-edge transition and turn finish are controlled from your foot. The amount of angle you roll your ski into during a cut or turn is a function of the boots upper cuff. In a boot like the Vapor we find skiers wanting varying levels of stiffness from this part of the boot. New for 2015 is OLE - Optional Leverage Enhancement. Made possible by a pocket on the exterior of the liner, nylon tabs can be added to increase the response time and ultimate control of your ski. The two main uses are an enhanced front boot or both boots. Find your perfect setting using OLE.
THE FIRST TO LAST - The Vapor boot is still the only water ski boot that is double lasted to deliver a perfect connection between your foot, the liner and the shell. A last is the aluminum cavity we build to replicate the foot geometry, which determines the shape, size and overall fit of your footwear. Radar Ski Boots develop ski specific lasts designed around the way a skier stands one foot in front of the other. Double lasting means we first form the liner on a last for correct fit and stance of a skier’s foot and leg. The second last shapes the shell and creates the perfect fit between both components. This creates a boot free from hot spots or dead air space.
INSOLES - Vapor boots come with our signature insoles offering heel and arch support from the ergonomic orthotic heel cup and shank. Our custom design holds your foot in place during wake crossings and fast moving edge changes.
COMFORT IN CONFORMITY - Our exclusive partnership with Intuition gives you a heat moldable, lightweight, pre-formed fit like no other. Just heat our liners to 120 degrees Celsius at an Authorized Retailer for a custom fit unique to your foot. This custom fit is the standard for any type of performance footwear. Vapor liners were designed specifically for waterski use. Support where it’s wanted and flexibility where it’s needed.
Specifications
• Dual density liner with rigid outer foam for increased response and super soft lining for comfort and support
• Molded 3D tongue
• Full length injected orthotic insole for more support under foot and improved control
• Overall boot height and cuff designed for maximum amount of edge control with no sacrifices
• TPU integrated lace cover and stream lined design makes Vapor the primo in hydrodynamic footwear
• Lateral Stability Enhancement – Optional enhancement to increase the response time of your ski
• PVC Free construction
Shipping ETA
| DESTINATION | Small Items < 1kg | Large Items |
| Melbourne Metro | 1 Business Day | 1 Business Day |
| Victoria |
1-3 Business Days |
1-3 Business Days |
| New South Wales | 1-3 Business Days | 1-3 Business Days |
| Queensland | 1-3 Business Days | 1-3 Business Days |
| South Australia | 1-3 Business Days | 1-3 Business Days |
| Tasmania | 2-5 Business Days | 2-5 Business Days |
| Western Australia | 2-5 Business Days | 2-5 Business Days |
| Northern Territory | 3-7 Business Days | 3-7 Business Days |
Warranty
Products sold by Wayne Ritchie's come with consumer guarantees and a minimum manufacturer warranty of 12 months. A manufacturers warranty covers defects that occur during the manufacturing process that result in the product having poor performance or being unfit for use. The manufacturers' warranty does not cover misuse or accidental damage. Minor faults such as delaminations, broken clips, ratchets, laces and tube inners or other replaceable parts will be repaired in a reasonable time frame. Serious faults that hinder use and cannot be repaired such as cracks and tears will be replaced, or a store credit issued for the same value. In the event of a defect, please visit Wayne Ritchies in-store, or submit via the online form. Purchase history must be provided for all claims so please submit your original purchase receipt or invoice. In some cases, a bank statement showing the original purchase date is applicable.
Shipping & Returns
SHIPPING POLICY
Large items over 1 metre cannot be shipped to PO Boxes or Parcel Lockers. Large items are shipped by courier so please provide us with a business or street address where someone will be present at the delivery address between 9am-5pm to sign for the delivery. If you are not present when delivery is attempted we cannot guarantee it will be re-delivered in a timely manner. It may be returned to us or allocated to a third party company which we have no control over, and a re-delivery fee may be incurred in some instances. Once your order has been shipped you will be provided with a tracking number to follow the progress of your order online. It is the full responsibility of the receiver to ensure someone is present at the specified delivery address as there will be no compensation by Wayne Ritchie's for lost or missing parcels. All deliveries notated with "leave at front door" or similar will be left at the buyer's risk, no responsibility will be taken by Wayne Ritchie's for lost or missing parcels.
Incorrect addresses: In the event that you enter an incorrect or invalid address causing your order to be returned to us, a $20 fee will be charged before we can re-send the order to you a second time.
Pick-up in-store: Your click and collect order will typically be ready with 4 hours of placing your online order (during business hours) but this timeframe may differ on weekends and during late night trade periods. PLEASE DO NOT arrive to collect your order until you have received a pick-up confirmation email.
Pre-order items: we cannot provide guaranteed shipping dates but pre-orders are given priority and will be shipped immediately the same day the goods arrive in our warehouse.
We endeavour to keep our extensive online range as up-to-date as possible but if you cannot find what you're looking for, please Contact Us and we will do our best to find it for you.
RETURNS POLICY
Wayne Ritchie's Skiers Edge offers free returns for items that are faulty, not as described or incorrect item shipped. Please return the item to us within 14 days of date of purchase and will will issue a refund or replacement. If you change your mind, an item does not fit or the wrong size is ordered it can be returned to us in the brand new condition you received it and we will happily exchange it or issue a refund. PLEASE NOTE: it is the buyer's responsibility to pay return shipping on change of mind, items that do not fit or have been incorrectly ordered.
*Conditions Apply.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Sale items are offered at significantly discounted prices so please choose carefully as we WILL NOT accept exchanges or returns on sale items.
- Wayne Ritchie's reserves the right to cancel any online order without notice.
- It is the responsibility of the customer to adhere to our terms and conditions as stated above.
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Wayne Ritchie's is a specialty watersports and snowsports retailer, family owned and operated since 1986. We pride ourselves on an unrivalled customer experience.