Hello!
I am currently fitting in a black light 26.6 boot and I would like to know what size I should be in the DNA. I have a very unique wide foot and am nervous about the narrower width with carbon on this boot. The black lights seem good but I usually need to mold my ski boots out a little for width. What is your recommendation?
Thank you kindly!
Alisha
Dynafit DNA Boot - 2024/25
When speed is ingrained in your DNA and you've got your eyes set on the podium, the Dynafit DNA race boot is going to be your partner in speed. Carbon cuffs reduce weight and add downhill performance which combined may end up being the difference between taking first instead of second. The Twistfit closure system gives you full control of your fit so that you can have confidence and control when you need it most. As compared to the PDG 2, Dynafit swapped the Speednose for a traditional toe welt so that the DNA accepts automatic crampons. The DNA-predecessor wasn't quite as free in the range-of-motion so Dynafit focused on creating a very efficient pivot system combined with a backless liner. A medium-volume fit aims to keep your feet happy and comfortable. Allow the DNA to integrate with your genome and bask in the podium glory with the Dynafit DNA boot.
- Grilamid® lower loaded with carbon allows the boot to be stiff and light.
- Full carbon cuff to reduce weight and create a higher-performing race boot.
- Twistfit enclosure system locks over the top of the foot with precision.
- Race lock allows one motion to lock the boot in ski mode and tighten the upper cuff.
- Ingenious string system is easy to adjust for the proper calf tightness.
* Sizing Note: The DNA boot utilizes "race sizing," meaning that unlike other Dynafit boots the shell splits on the half-size, so 24.5 and 25 will have the same lower shell, for example. Also, due to the thin race liner, you will want a one-finger fit behind your heel when shell-fitting the boot.
Update 2025/26: Dynafit reused the DNA Boot name on a new model.
| Specifications | |
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Weight |
816g [27.0] 860g [27.5] |
| Weight (pair) | 1632g [27.0] 1720g [27.5] |
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Twistfit instep, Race Lock cord on the cuff |
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Boot Sole |
251mm [22.5/23] 251mm [23.5/24] 261mm [24.5/25] 271mm [25.5/26] 281mm [26.5/27] 291mm [27.5/28] 301mm [28.5/29] 311mm [29.5/30] 321mm [30.5/31] |
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Binding |
Tech only |
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Cuff |
60° |
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Forward |
10°, 13° |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Carbon infused Grilamid shell, Carbon cuff |
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DNA backless |
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Pomoca Race ISMF |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Racing, training, speed touring |
| Notes | Single throw lever for less muss and no fuss |
| Bottom Line | Dynafit's racing DNA at a reasonable price |
| Compare to other Race Boots | |
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Questions & Reviews
11/23/2025
11/23/2025
Hi Alisha, the 25.5/26.0 will be a bit shorter than your 26.5 Blacklights, and the 26.5/27.0 will fit a bit bigger. If you need more width, I would err on the bigger side and add a footbed, assuming your Blacklights fit well. If you have the new Blacklight 2, the DNA isn't too different. They're a good bit narrower and lower volume than the original Blacklight. The La Sportiva Stratos Hybrid could also be worth a look, they fit a good bit wider and higher volume.
11/24/2025
Thank you Emmett! I appreciate your speedy feedback.
Cheers A
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4/13/2025
How do thse compare and to PDG2 boots with respect to sizing? I'm currently skiing a TLT8 expedition and PDG 2, both in size 28. Both fit me quite well. For "ideal" fit, the TLT could be a tad tighter (though not a half size), the PDG2 could be a bit bigger (potentially a half size, given the race sizing). Are these very close to PDG2 sizes?
4/14/2025
Chris, both the PDG2 and TLT8 used the same lower shell. They are a Wide 103.5mm last.
The DNA/Mezzalama boots are a relatively narrow, not at all the same fit.
For a wider fitting race boot, check out the new Stratos Hybrid
The DNA/Mezzalama boots are a relatively narrow, not at all the same fit.
For a wider fitting race boot, check out the new Stratos Hybrid
4/14/2025
Hi Chris, note the PDG2 was a downsized TLT8 shell, meaning you were in a 27 TLT8 shell in that PDG 2 28. The DNA 28 would be perfect for you lengthwise as it is between TLT8 sizes. However, as Jeff mentioned, it is narrower so may not work at all.
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2/13/2025
Hi there,
I'm curious if you have a video on how to adjust the knots on the transition/locking system. Mine are far too loose and I cannot find any helpful info online. Thanks!
I'm curious if you have a video on how to adjust the knots on the transition/locking system. Mine are far too loose and I cannot find any helpful info online. Thanks!
2/13/2025
Hi Elizabeth, if you pull on the neon loop of cord that will loosen the whole knot. Then pull a bit of cord through and pull on the main cable to snug everything back up.
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12/31/2024
Hi! I'm currently in a 28.5 DNA and is a bit snug. From some of your responses above, it looks like a 28.5 and a 29 are pretty much the same, even though the size chart says a 29-29.5 are the same shell size? Can you confirm if a 29 is going to be larger than the 28.5, or else it looks like I will need to size up to the 30 to get a bigger shell fit? Thank You
12/31/2024
Hi A Pond,
The size chart is off in this case - I will work on getting that fixed! Sorry for the confusion. This boot does break on the half size, so a 28.5 and a 29 are the same shell size. You will not gain any space by going up to a 29. You would need to size up to a 29.5/30 to get a larger shell.
The size chart is off in this case - I will work on getting that fixed! Sorry for the confusion. This boot does break on the half size, so a 28.5 and a 29 are the same shell size. You will not gain any space by going up to a 29. You would need to size up to a 29.5/30 to get a larger shell.
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12/12/2024
Do you know when you will have the 25.5 back in stock? Thanks
12/12/2024
Hello Alisha,
In this boot, the size 26 is the same boot, both shell and liner.
271mm [25.5/26]
In this boot, the size 26 is the same boot, both shell and liner.
271mm [25.5/26]
12/13/2024
Hey Alisha, We hope you have the 25.5 variant back in stock towards the middle of next week!
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12/9/2024
Hello,
actually I have Scarpas Aliens 1.1 at size 30. They fit too long and narrow for me.
I am thinking about Stratos Hybrid in size 29. Would they fit?
How do you compare sizing alien vs stratos hybrid?
actually I have Scarpas Aliens 1.1 at size 30. They fit too long and narrow for me.
I am thinking about Stratos Hybrid in size 29. Would they fit?
How do you compare sizing alien vs stratos hybrid?
12/9/2024
Hi Vladimir,
Fill out our boot fitter and we'll get back to you with some specific recommendations.
In general, the DNA and Stratos Hybrid are both a bit wider than the Alien. Both have lower insteps as well.
Fill out our boot fitter and we'll get back to you with some specific recommendations.
In general, the DNA and Stratos Hybrid are both a bit wider than the Alien. Both have lower insteps as well.
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11/9/2024
I have a pair of Dynafit Blacklights 25.5. Do these fit the same? I see their 2mm narrower 99/101 and a shorter sole length 271/277mm . Do I need to size up for the same fit?
11/9/2024
Hi Eddie,
They do not fit the same! The DNA is lower volume and a bit narrower. Please shoot us an email at help@skimo.co so that we can help you figure out sizing, as it is a bit tricky with this boot!
They do not fit the same! The DNA is lower volume and a bit narrower. Please shoot us an email at help@skimo.co so that we can help you figure out sizing, as it is a bit tricky with this boot!
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10/12/2024
It sounds like at least lengthwise these fit pretty similarly to an F1LT?
10/14/2024
Hi Will,
I think they run a little bit shorter than an F1 LT for the same size! They also use Scarpa sizing, but a 26 DNA/Mezzalama (choosing a random size) fits shorter than a 26 F1 LT. Some people may want to size up in these, depending on how tight your Scarpas fit. The idea is that the shell is smaller to account for the thinner liner, but they do run a little tight.
In terms of width and volume, they are slightly roomier width-wise, and slightly lower in terms of vertical volume, than the F1 LT.
I think they run a little bit shorter than an F1 LT for the same size! They also use Scarpa sizing, but a 26 DNA/Mezzalama (choosing a random size) fits shorter than a 26 F1 LT. Some people may want to size up in these, depending on how tight your Scarpas fit. The idea is that the shell is smaller to account for the thinner liner, but they do run a little tight.
In terms of width and volume, they are slightly roomier width-wise, and slightly lower in terms of vertical volume, than the F1 LT.
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4/7/2024
I love this boot, but the slop in the cuff pivot is irritating. I’d like to pair them with more skis, but if they are like this when new, I’m afraid of how they will age. Is there any way to tighten up the cuff pivot? I haven’t tried disassembling it.
4/9/2024
Hi CBD, I have this boot and looked at another one, there isn't really any slop in the Cuff pivots. The metal Ski / Walk lever moves on the metal pin, and makes some noise. Is that what you are referring to? To me it is not at all noticeable when skiing.
4/9/2024
Oh interesting. I have noticeable slop at the pivots equally in both boots. They are only a few weeks old and I’m not very heavy. I will contact Dynafit and see what they say.
2/26/2025
I have a similar experience with these, CBD. Got a pair new from this site and not far into their lifespan, both cuff pivots developed slop (long before I would have expected it). I worked through skimo.co to warranty them via Dynafit, who ended up replacing the boots entirely. But the replacement pairs have done the exact same thing. I've sort of come to accept that it's a feature of these boots, not a bug. If I don't think about it, it's not really an issue...they aren't downhill-specific boots after all. I don't have experience in other half (or full) carbon skimo race style boots so can't compare. But I do wonder if it's part of the reason these came down from $1000 to $700 list price. The equivalent Scarpa boot is now over twice as expensive. So I guess we get what we pay for. Curious if you're still having this issue.
2/26/2025
Hey Rowan - I reached out to Dynafit about it and they said they would replace the boots, but I haven’t taken them up on it since it will just quickly happen again. After a year in the boots, I now have several millimeters of slop and they no longer ski very well (even by race boot standards). I decided to upgrade to PG boots and only use the Dynafit boots for training on groomers.
I had the same thought about the price drop. I paid last year’s price and don’t think they were worth it in retrospect. The current price seems fair as long as people know what to expect.
I had the same thought about the price drop. I paid last year’s price and don’t think they were worth it in retrospect. The current price seems fair as long as people know what to expect.
2/26/2025
I'm a bit annoyed by the price drop, I also paid the previous higher price. I wonder how often Dynafit replaces them. How do your PG's compare in terms of cuff tightness over time/dowhill performance? Do you have the Black or the Race? I'm covetous of full carbon race boots but am probably a few years away from that investment. I'm just curious how the high end full carbon boots compare to this model.
2/26/2025
I went with the Black with a Race liner, which is a perfect compromise between the two for me. I don’t have a ton of skiing in them yet, but the cuff pivot seems to be metal on metal and I’ve never heard complaints about slop developing (there’s a tiny bit of slop by design, but it’s not noticeable). They definitely ski better in challenging terrain and are noticeably lighter. They’re also a bit wider with a lower toe box, which is an improvement for my feet. Overall they were a very worthwhile upgrade for me.
2/26/2025
I don’t think the DNAs will hold you back though. And seems like Dynafit will take care of you if the slop gets unmanageable.
2/28/2025
Thanks! Sounds like a good upgrade. Something to daydream about for the future.
3/14/2025
Hi Rowan & CBD, fyi we have replacement Cuff Pivots that fix the slop.
3/14/2025
Thanks jbo. These seem like the stock pivot assembly? It's actually the carbon around the pivot that's degrading, not the pivot assembly itself. That's why dynafit warrantied my first pair. I have a few of the plastic ring pivot components that came as spare parts with the boots and did swap them in, but they didn't make a difference. If the carbon uppers had some sort of buffer material around the pivot, that would solve the issue but it doesn't seem like they're made that way. I think I just have to get used to the same slop that's developed in my second pair of boots.
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The price / weight / downhill performance combo with these is pretty great. I put in FORM Ultra-Thin Insoles to improve the downhill. The only issue is that they seem to run short. My feet measure 273x106 and I purchased size 28. They barely fit me and my toes hit the front even after two heat molds and three weeks of skiing. The downhill performance is worth the minor discomfort for me though. It’s not so bad that I’ve lost toenails or done other damage.
4/7/2024
After a few more weeks of skiing and switching from Smartwool Zero Cushion socks to thinner Bridgedale Ski Race socks, these now fit perfectly. I’m very glad I didn’t size up.
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12/31/2023
Hey Gents,
comparing the Tech Sole fitting for the DNA at a 301 28.5 for the skis I have set up on a Scarpa 3.0 at a 301 MM BSL. 44 Mondo
The BSL is the same but hoping they line up on the Tech fit.
If you have other recommendations for a good swap, I'd greatly appreciate it!
Happy New Year!
comparing the Tech Sole fitting for the DNA at a 301 28.5 for the skis I have set up on a Scarpa 3.0 at a 301 MM BSL. 44 Mondo
The BSL is the same but hoping they line up on the Tech fit.
If you have other recommendations for a good swap, I'd greatly appreciate it!
Happy New Year!
12/31/2023
Hi Alex, not sure quite what the question is, but I do not have high hopes you'll be able to re-use your fixed mount by swapping those boots. SCARPAs effective tech length is quite a bit shorter than list as compared to other brands.
1/25/2024
Hi JBO, Just wanted to confirm for you that the 301MM BSL does actually match up perfectly for the tech pieces between a scarpa alien 3.0 and a dynafit DNA.
1/25/2024
Hi Alex, thanks for the update! I love it when that works out and you can keep the fixed mount.
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I really like these boots. These are a great race boot if you don't want to or can't drop $2k on full carbon boots. I've really liked how effortless the range-of-motion is and the forefoot boa-like system is really good. It took me a lot of work to figure out how to keep my heel locked down (that's my only knock on them, which is more my fault than the boots), but they fit great now. For less than $1000, you can't go wrong. Definitely a race boot though. I ski my Alien RS boots when want more downhill capabilities. I wear a 29 in this and an Alien RS for reference.
12/10/2023
Curious what you’ve done to keep your heel locked down? I’d say this is also my only issue with the boot, resulting in heel blisters when it’s warm out. Interestingly, I’m also in a 29 and use an F1LT for non-race oriented touring.
3/23/2024
I also have problems with heel slip, even with a very tight fit and the twistfit cramped down. I use eZeefit Ultrathin Ankle Booties to minimize blisters but would also appreciate any tips on locking my heel down.
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7/19/2023
I have the dynafit PDGs and am looking to upgrade. My PDGs fit great and I have no performance complaints. The one challenge I have with the PDGs is that when I am in walk mode and in boot high soft snow, I get a fair bit of snow coming in through the opening that exists just below the buckle. In race pants which cover the boot, this is somewhat mitigated, but in pants that are not designed to cover my boots, these seem somewhat exposed. Cold feet is one of my primary concerns on longer excursions. Would I be better off with the PDG2 and how water tight is the boot cuff in comparison (I realize all boots let some moisture in)? It looks like the DNA boot may be even more closed on the front of the foot, particularly in walk mode. Is this accurate? Any other considerations with respect to warmth / dry fit as it relates to the PDG2 versus the DNA.
7/19/2023
Ted, part 2. These boots will not be better then your PDG boots. These have a bikini liner, as in no cuff.
Also, the photo is 'Pre production' the gaiter is not that high. I have these boots to use mostly in the spring. They are plenty warm then and the air conditioning feels good on warm days. Again, a race pant will keep the snow out.
And they do ski amazingly well for a boot this light.
Also, the photo is 'Pre production' the gaiter is not that high. I have these boots to use mostly in the spring. They are plenty warm then and the air conditioning feels good on warm days. Again, a race pant will keep the snow out.
And they do ski amazingly well for a boot this light.
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I give them five stars for being what they are - a very lightweight race boot, that still allows for some decent performance on the descent. If you want them for something else, you probably will be disappointed. They are impressively light, and even more impressively rigid when you lock into ski mode. Looking at them, I wondered if I'd be just as well off in my nordic skate boots, but dynafit's engineering department deserves a raise.
Getting them to fit my feet took a custom heat-molded insole, until then I was getting weird rubbing and blisters on the bony prominence of the medial side of my navicular bone (a prominence I didn't know existed until I wore these). No punches or heat molds of the boot were required, thankfully. I've found if I want to favor downhill performance, I like a little more padding, which I can achieve with an extra pair of calf socks.
The transitioning system takes a bit of knot-tying and adjusting initially, but from then on is easy, simple, fast, and secure.
Getting them to fit my feet took a custom heat-molded insole, until then I was getting weird rubbing and blisters on the bony prominence of the medial side of my navicular bone (a prominence I didn't know existed until I wore these). No punches or heat molds of the boot were required, thankfully. I've found if I want to favor downhill performance, I like a little more padding, which I can achieve with an extra pair of calf socks.
The transitioning system takes a bit of knot-tying and adjusting initially, but from then on is easy, simple, fast, and secure.
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2/17/2023
Hey. What is the exact difference between two sizes in the same shell? Liner size, lines thickness, footbed?
2/17/2023
Velibor, There are no half sizes in any ski boots. Just one shell size. The liners are the same in this boot too. Some boots ship the sizes with a different footbed as you suggest. But you should throw those away and add a proper footbed.
Note, this boot uses Scarpa sizing, 26.5/27, but run about a size small compared to Scarpa boots.
Note, this boot uses Scarpa sizing, 26.5/27, but run about a size small compared to Scarpa boots.
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1/23/2023
Any recommendations for attaching a leash to this boot besides the zipper?
1/24/2023
Gabriel,
My recommendation would be to clip them to the walk mode cable on the cuff - ideally in a spot that won't pop your boot out of ski mode should you clip out. I'd strongly recommend against using the zipper, as they aren't meant to hold up to that kind of strain.
My recommendation would be to clip them to the walk mode cable on the cuff - ideally in a spot that won't pop your boot out of ski mode should you clip out. I'd strongly recommend against using the zipper, as they aren't meant to hold up to that kind of strain.
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12/3/2022
hello, what is the biggest size of the ski boots? does it go up to 30,5 as well? thanks a lot!
12/5/2022
Hi tiefseealge, we are expecting a 30.5 and 31 later this season. Hopefully they make it!
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9/19/2022
I have had two pair of PDGs and they fit really well. Is the DNA similar in volume and last?
Thanks
Thanks
9/19/2022
Hello Chris, the DNA's are the closest in volume and width to the original PDG. The forefoot is average width and it has an average-to-below average amount of volume. Not like the PDG2 boots.
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2/8/2022
Are there zippers on this boot similar to the Mezzalama boot?
2/8/2022
Thanks for your question, Amy. These zippers are almost identical to those on the Mezzalama.
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1/28/2022
Hi,
i´m thinking of getting these for training and some ice climbing. Will it be possible to use a slightly beefier liner even if their set up with a bikini-ish. Probably give som more FW lean, but i usually miss that anyways. If it´s not completely out of the question, which liner would you recommend? warmth will be a priority over weight in most cases.
Also, is the nose big enough to give a secure fit with automatic crampons for proper WI5+ Ice climbing?
i´m thinking of getting these for training and some ice climbing. Will it be possible to use a slightly beefier liner even if their set up with a bikini-ish. Probably give som more FW lean, but i usually miss that anyways. If it´s not completely out of the question, which liner would you recommend? warmth will be a priority over weight in most cases.
Also, is the nose big enough to give a secure fit with automatic crampons for proper WI5+ Ice climbing?
1/28/2022
Thanks for reaching out, Vegard. The Palau Ultra Light Race Liner would work well. The 7mm could work, so long as you're willing to mold them if they are a bit tight.
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