HI,
I wear a 25.5 in the salomon S/Lab Mtn. I have never tried on dynafit. I am really intrigqued by the Dynafit ridge pro. I love that my salomon boots only have 2 buckles and a booster and I like the quick transitions. What size would you reccomend.
Thanks,
Todd
Dynafit Ridge Pro Boot
While many boot manufacturers proudly stamp "130" on the side of their touring boots, it is no secret that many of these fall short of their alpine brethren that sport a similar number. With the Ridge Pro boot, Dynafit talks the talk and skins the skin track by providing a boot with exceptional walking mannerisms and burly downhill performance. At the heart of the Ridge Pro is the Hoji Walk mechanism, developed by Eric Hjorleifson himself, which virtually eliminates any cuff play that is found in many of its competitors. When combined with the carbon-reinforced cuff, the Ridge Pro offers a stout descending platform that can easily drive many skis through variable conditions. As with all boots equipped with the Hoji Walk mechanism, the Ridge Pro is quick to transition, making you the envy of your friends with clunkier, four-buckle boots. Featuring a novel Floating Tongue design, the Ridge Pro boasts an excellent range of motion that makes big days feel less big and more fun. Finally, the Ridge Pro uses the tried and true Dynafit Twistfit closure system that conforms to a variety of insteps, allowing you to achieve your ideal fit. Whether the day calls for charging a single lap before work or doing a 10K day, the Ridge Pro is always up for the adventure.
- Hoji Walk Mechanism allows for quick transitions and virtually eliminates any cuff play.
- Floating Tongue provides a frictionless range of motion, allowing you to move easily on a big day out.
- Twistfit closure system provides a secure and customizable fit atop the foot.
- Vibram sole offers secure traction on slippery surfaces.
- Perhaps the best ratio of uphill and downhill performance we have seen to date.
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Weight |
1350g [27.5] |
| Weight (pair) | 2700g [27.5] |
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2 w/Twistfit |
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Boot Sole |
277mm [25/25.5] 287mm [26/26.5] 297mm [27/27.5] 307mm [28/28.5] 317mm [29/29.5] 327mm [30/30.5] |
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Binding |
Tech |
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Cuff |
70° |
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Forward |
12°, 15° |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Grilamid, carbon-fibers |
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Dynafitter 5 |
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Vibram |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Everywhere |
| Notes | Hoji lock system eliminates cuff play for confident descending |
| Bottom Line | Sets a new benchmark for touring boots |
| Compare to other Touring Boots | |
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Questions & Reviews
2/4/2025
2/4/2025
Hi Todd,
You will want the same mondo size as your Salomons! Overall, the Ridge is a wider fit in the forefoot that tapers in towards the heel, and has a relatively low volume instep. It's a sweet boot that balances uphill and downhill performance well, with a bit more emphasis on the downhill!
You will want the same mondo size as your Salomons! Overall, the Ridge is a wider fit in the forefoot that tapers in towards the heel, and has a relatively low volume instep. It's a sweet boot that balances uphill and downhill performance well, with a bit more emphasis on the downhill!
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I've skied in these boots ~8 times so far this season, fortunate that they fit my feet quite well and haven't really had any "break-in" process. Coming from the Hoji Free 130's, these boots walk significantly better (unsurprisingly). The floating tongue and closure method are easy to get along with and the boot does feel significant enough for driving a 104 underfoot, ~1700g ski. I've skied mostly soft conditions with these, looking forward to seeing how they handle the Spring. They weigh in around 3000g for the pair in 29.5 - about 700g less than my pair of Hoji Free 130s w/ intuition liners in the same size.
1/30/2025
I have the Hoji Free in a 29.5 and I'm happy with that size. I'm considering the Ridge Pro but in a 30 due to the larger BSL, just 3mm shorter than the Hoji Free. However, just curious if the Ridge Pro in a 29.5 would fit similar to the Hoji Free (length wise)? I know I know, "I need to try them on", but this is all a consideration and I haven't had a chance yet.
1/30/2025
Hi Shane,
Having owned both Hoji Frees and Ridge boots in the same mondo size, they fit the same for length. There is no need to size up! The BSL is just the external measurement of the boot sole, which depends on the toe and heel lugs - these are much shorter on the Ridge. But this does not affect the fit!
Having owned both Hoji Frees and Ridge boots in the same mondo size, they fit the same for length. There is no need to size up! The BSL is just the external measurement of the boot sole, which depends on the toe and heel lugs - these are much shorter on the Ridge. But this does not affect the fit!
1/30/2025
Thanks, Carlos. I appreciate the info. Super helpful.
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1/15/2025
Size for Size, How tight is the heel pocket in comparison to the Salomon Summit? I need an easier boot to get on and off.
1/16/2025
Hi Other Aaron, the heel pocket has a pretty comparable fit between the two boots. That said, I'd say the ridge is easier to get on and off. The tongue on the ridge moves more up and out of the way than the instep Boa on the MTN Summit. Additionally, the Summit's lower cups up near your achilles a tad more than the ridge, which can make sliding your foot in and out trickier.
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12/23/2024
I would like to pick up a pair of these for spring tours, but might not be able to make it in to get fitted.
I use the Fischer Transalp and Traverse in 28.5 with the Darn Tough RFL OTC Socks, and it fits perfectly. What size do you think I need for the Dynafit boot?
I use the Fischer Transalp and Traverse in 28.5 with the Darn Tough RFL OTC Socks, and it fits perfectly. What size do you think I need for the Dynafit boot?
12/24/2024
Hi David,
Go with the same size! The Ridge Pro is relatively close to the fit of the Fischer Transalp, although it may be a little narrower in the midfoot and towards the heel. If you fit well in the Fischer boots, it is very possible that you will find a good fit in the Ridge.
Go with the same size! The Ridge Pro is relatively close to the fit of the Fischer Transalp, although it may be a little narrower in the midfoot and towards the heel. If you fit well in the Fischer boots, it is very possible that you will find a good fit in the Ridge.
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12/3/2024
What's the difference between the size 28 and size 28.5? I noticed that they have the same BSL. Is the 28.5 just a slightly smaller liner or thicker footbed?
12/4/2024
Hi Chris, they are the same shell. I compared the two liners and there is no noticeable difference (they even weigh the same). There is a thicker insole that ships with the 28.
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11/22/2024
Joshua Cole
(used product regularly)
Weight: 1225g with intuition tour liners and my footbeds, which puts it about 200g less than my radical pros and 200g more than my Blacklights.
Fit: Volume-wise, it's also between the blacklight and rad pro. It's a mid-volume boot in my estimation; less than the rad pro and a touch narrower than the Scarpa beef boots, but certainly wider than the blacklight or F1. You can control instep volume a touch with the floating tongue, but not width.
Up: Great low-friction ROM. It's not a slipper, but it walks better than the Radical Pro / Hoji and WAY better than the Quattro / Maestrale / Zero-G / etc. It's a great all-around touring boot in this respect.
Down: It is plenty still, but more of a linear stiffness than the radical pro, which is much more progressive feeling. It skis quite well (way, way better than my blacklights or the F1, etc.) and I've used it with skis from 100mm waist to 124mm waist (all 179-184cm in length) in good to not-so-good snow, and it drives all those skis just fine.
Overall: A great boot that sits in the do-it-all catagory. Light enough for long missions, tours well, and can drive skis well. It's not the lightest, best touring boot, and it's not the best skiing boot...but it's a pretty darn good boot.
Fit: Volume-wise, it's also between the blacklight and rad pro. It's a mid-volume boot in my estimation; less than the rad pro and a touch narrower than the Scarpa beef boots, but certainly wider than the blacklight or F1. You can control instep volume a touch with the floating tongue, but not width.
Up: Great low-friction ROM. It's not a slipper, but it walks better than the Radical Pro / Hoji and WAY better than the Quattro / Maestrale / Zero-G / etc. It's a great all-around touring boot in this respect.
Down: It is plenty still, but more of a linear stiffness than the radical pro, which is much more progressive feeling. It skis quite well (way, way better than my blacklights or the F1, etc.) and I've used it with skis from 100mm waist to 124mm waist (all 179-184cm in length) in good to not-so-good snow, and it drives all those skis just fine.
Overall: A great boot that sits in the do-it-all catagory. Light enough for long missions, tours well, and can drive skis well. It's not the lightest, best touring boot, and it's not the best skiing boot...but it's a pretty darn good boot.
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11/1/2024
Are you guys gonna have any 25.5 in stock?
11/1/2024
Hi Pete, not all sizes have landed but yes, we will have those soon. They are now up for pre-order.
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10/29/2024
Just bought this boot and am super impressed with both the stiffness at the weight and the lock system (and they fit so well I could ski them all day right outa the box)!
Curious though, forward lean states 12 & 15 degrees. How does one adjust that? Would like to try it with different forward leans.
Curious though, forward lean states 12 & 15 degrees. How does one adjust that? Would like to try it with different forward leans.
10/29/2024
Hi Dan,
The only way to change the forward lean is with a spoiler inserted in the back of the liner. The Hoji Lock is an amazing design and is what gives the Ridge Pro its exceptional downhill performance - however, one consequence of the Hoji Lock design is that the angle of the cuff cannot really be adjusted.
The only way to change the forward lean is with a spoiler inserted in the back of the liner. The Hoji Lock is an amazing design and is what gives the Ridge Pro its exceptional downhill performance - however, one consequence of the Hoji Lock design is that the angle of the cuff cannot really be adjusted.
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Was excited to finally get my hands on a pair of these. I feel like the shell lives up to the hype. Awesome walk mode, easy transition to bomber feeling ski mode. Boots flex super quiet which I like. Unfortunately the fit is too high volume for my feet otherwise I'd totally be rocking these. Had to return. Salomon touring boots tend to fit my skinner feet better. Ding'd them a point because like almost all boots the stock liner seemed pretty useless compared to an intuition or other premium after market liner.
10/24/2024
In terms of the volume was it the height of the instep or more of the last width that was too much?
10/24/2024
Last width. The floating tongue sucks up instep height.
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10/7/2024
Hi,
Ho upright or not are the cuffs laterally? In the absence of "cant" adjustment in modern AT boots, this is an important point for bow legged myself. I can barely make ZGTPs work with thick shims on the medial side if the liner. Fischer Transalp is tilted out much more, but has poor heel hold for me.
Ho upright or not are the cuffs laterally? In the absence of "cant" adjustment in modern AT boots, this is an important point for bow legged myself. I can barely make ZGTPs work with thick shims on the medial side if the liner. Fischer Transalp is tilted out much more, but has poor heel hold for me.
10/8/2024
Hi Daniel,
Unsure of exact numbers, but comparing the canting angle visually between the Tecnica Pro Tour, Fischer Transalp, and the Ridge, the Transalp has the most - the Ridge and the Pro Tour are both more upright, and appear pretty similar.
Unsure of exact numbers, but comparing the canting angle visually between the Tecnica Pro Tour, Fischer Transalp, and the Ridge, the Transalp has the most - the Ridge and the Pro Tour are both more upright, and appear pretty similar.
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7/29/2024
What is the weight for one 26.5 shell?
7/29/2024
Hayden, This one is 1063g.
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7/2/2024
Any guesses of when you will have more sizes in stock? Looking for a 27 or 27.5. Thanks
7/2/2024
Hi Joe,
We ordered more for next season, so they may be arriving somewhere between August and October. If you would like me to set you up on a notification list for those sizes, email us at help@skimo.co and confirm with size you'd like to be notified about. We're happy to answer any questions about fit as well!
Lenny
We ordered more for next season, so they may be arriving somewhere between August and October. If you would like me to set you up on a notification list for those sizes, email us at help@skimo.co and confirm with size you'd like to be notified about. We're happy to answer any questions about fit as well!
Lenny
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5/3/2024
anonymous
(used product a few times)
This is a solid uphill oriented touring boot, but not the strongest performer on the down. Single lever walk mode works well and the walk mode has good ROM and low resistance. I'm not a big fan of the boa system since it eliminated the ability to adjust front and rear buckles independently. Overall this is a solid option that will fit a ton of feet, but it's a definite downgrade from the hoji boots in terms of pure performance. Neither this nor the Tigard has both the uphill AND downhill performance to replace the hoji free and hoji pro.
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4/17/2024
Alex R-I
(used product a few times)
Brief review after finally getting my hands on a pair of 26.5s (easier getting off Interpol’s red notice list than procuring these boots right now)
I think the weight of these boots is a red herring. Just as the weight of the Tecnica Zero G Pro Tour is a red herring. The ROM in the Ridge Pro’s is game changing for their ski performance. I’m having a hard time differentiating between them and the Radical Pros on good snow. The Tecnicas are crazy light (esp new 24/25) for the weight but are so limited in ROM and a nightmare to put on when cold.
I recently put in a few thousand kick turns on a trip to arctic Norway and wished I had a boot like the Ridge Pro with me. Long days skinning in the Radical Pro were miserable and my new Tecnica Zero G Peak Carbons were cold and struggled in poor quality snow.
I think the Ridge Pros as a bit of a goldilocks boot: while compromised in certain areas, they do just enough to take the place of two boots in my quiver.
I think the weight of these boots is a red herring. Just as the weight of the Tecnica Zero G Pro Tour is a red herring. The ROM in the Ridge Pro’s is game changing for their ski performance. I’m having a hard time differentiating between them and the Radical Pros on good snow. The Tecnicas are crazy light (esp new 24/25) for the weight but are so limited in ROM and a nightmare to put on when cold.
I recently put in a few thousand kick turns on a trip to arctic Norway and wished I had a boot like the Ridge Pro with me. Long days skinning in the Radical Pro were miserable and my new Tecnica Zero G Peak Carbons were cold and struggled in poor quality snow.
I think the Ridge Pros as a bit of a goldilocks boot: while compromised in certain areas, they do just enough to take the place of two boots in my quiver.
10/2/2024
Together with Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro?
How does it compare to Hoji Pro? Hade problems with instep pressure and to stiff when skiing mellow terrain, not progressive enogh so sold them.
How does it compare to Hoji Pro? Hade problems with instep pressure and to stiff when skiing mellow terrain, not progressive enogh so sold them.
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4/7/2024
Any word if these are compatible with the Fritschi Tecton?
I'd be mostly skiing these in lighter pin bindings, but I have 1 heavier setup mounted with Tectons and wondering if these would be compatible.
Thank you.
I'd be mostly skiing these in lighter pin bindings, but I have 1 heavier setup mounted with Tectons and wondering if these would be compatible.
Thank you.
4/8/2024
Hi Michael, no issue with the Tectons, just tried this combination out in the shop.
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i skied the ridge about 4 days. i think the stiffness and floating tongue and amount of throw on the hoji lock make the boot a large improvement over the hoji family. its a great boot that walks excellently. However i found the ramp angle and lean to feel larger than on the radical series and couldnt get along with it. I also found the material very hard to punch and just couldnt get a good fit in general. For those that it fits, enjoy! Docking a star because although the liner quality is improved it is still not as quality as intuition made liners, and somewhat docking because its a notably different fit than what dynafit has been doing in both stance and other metrics and how the boot will ski is highly dependent on setting the floating tongue properly by pulling it back. Most boots these days come with adjustable forward lean and i think the ridge would benefit from that to accommodate different stances. and although the frothers are calling it category breaking, it isnt. mine weighed just over 1400g. Less than 100g difference that the scarpa quattro and even closer to maestrale rs, both of which are just as powerful and certainly more in the case of the quattro. and both of which have adjustable lean to accommodate different stances, better liners, are very easy to punch, and dont use boa. where the ridge wins is the hoji lock which now has more throw so it actually loosens enough to not readjust the power strap for walk mode. so by flipping the single lock and middle its ready to go. i skied 189 113 1800g skis with it and it was starting to get overpowered. but for typical touring skis, shorter and more like 1300-1500 it is plenty.
4/12/2024
@Anthony how would it compare to the current Tecnica Zero G Pro Tour Boot in terms of support for driving for wider or heavier skis? The Tecnica is as much power I need for my size and skiing style.
10/2/2024
Wondering the same thing as Ethan.
10/2/2024
I would say it's close enough. The difference imo between those two boots as far as skiing goes will entirely boil down to fit. The absolute stiffness is there. The tecnica is more progressive from memory whereas the ridge is more immediately stiff.
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3/20/2024
What is the "internal BSL" of a 25/26/27? I'm basically trying to get a shell fit here--I'm measuring my foot's length and by "internal BSL" I'm asking how much room is inside the shell plastic for my foot to actually take up?
3/20/2024
Hi Douglas, ski boot mondo size refers to its internal length in centimeters. Of course, there is a lot more that goes into a good fit, so we recommend visiting our online boot fitter to dive in further.
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3/15/2024
How do you think these will take a punch? Specifically big toe for length and on the lateral midfoot area (base of 5th met).
3/15/2024
Hi Brett,
It can be punched, but not a lot - it is a carbon-infused grilamid which is pretty resistant to punching. It would be fairly difficult to get length out of it, and many boot fitters wouldn't want to attempt it. You should be able to get some mid-foot width, but not a ton.
It can be punched, but not a lot - it is a carbon-infused grilamid which is pretty resistant to punching. It would be fairly difficult to get length out of it, and many boot fitters wouldn't want to attempt it. You should be able to get some mid-foot width, but not a ton.
3/16/2024
I've punched it. It's very hard. requires pretty high heat and you won't get much, esp depending on the specific area. Id say basically zero for length. Lateral you can make a reasonable change though.
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2/14/2024
Do you know the BSL for the 28? Thank you!
2/14/2024
Hi Dan,
Unfortunately, we don't have a 28 at the moment to check, and Dynafit does not appear to have published it. But we will be sure to publish verified specs once we receive a full size run of these boots!
Unfortunately, we don't have a 28 at the moment to check, and Dynafit does not appear to have published it. But we will be sure to publish verified specs once we receive a full size run of these boots!
2/15/2024
Size 28. 307mm. Fit is true to size.
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2/11/2024
Given that my favorite-fitting boot of all time is the TLT5, what do you think? I understand this is a wider boot, but the way it cinches down sounds promising. Thoughts?
2/14/2024
Hi Eric,
If the TLT 5 was a great fit for you, I think the Ridge would be too wide. The floating tongue does do a good job of reducing vertical volume over the foot, but it will not change the width so your foot will still be able to slop side to side. Having a narrower foot, I don't think I could make the Ridge work, having tried it on - although I wish I could because it is a sweet boot.
If the TLT 5 was a great fit for you, I think the Ridge would be too wide. The floating tongue does do a good job of reducing vertical volume over the foot, but it will not change the width so your foot will still be able to slop side to side. Having a narrower foot, I don't think I could make the Ridge work, having tried it on - although I wish I could because it is a sweet boot.
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