The Hagan Core Women’s boot is loaded with acronyms you don’t need to know. The important facts are: it’s simple, walks well, and skis well. The lower buckle uses a smart wiring system that acts like a toe buckle and an ankle buckle, locking your foot in place to reduce blisters and improve ski performance. The upper buckle is a Velcro strap that can adjust the flex of the boot. Changing modes is a simple throw of a rear lever that is well protected from the elements. If you enjoy ski touring and not dealing with boots, check out the Hagan Core.
If you want a simple backcountry touring boot that walks and skis well, check out the Hagan Core. Loaded with marketing acronyms (below), the Core boots aren’t loaded with complexity. A micro-adjustable lower buckle uses a wire to get the effect of multiple buckles locking your heel in place. An infinitely adjustable upper Velcro booster strap acts as the top buckle. A reliable ski/walk switch in the back changes modes. Put your feet in, walk uphill, transition, ski down, repeat. The Hagan Core boots have that procedure mastered.
- MDB – Multi-Deflect Buckle system secures forefoot and ankle with a single closure.
- OCB – Oversized Closing Belt is a Velrco buckle / booster combo that levers easily.
- ESL – Easy Slide Lock ski/walk mode switch slides as easily as it’s named.
- AGS – Anatomically Guided Shell is a highly researched shell shape to just fit.
- NFT – Neo Flex Tongue is dual density to bend on the uphill and stiffen the down.
- BFC – BaX Frame Cuff is a molded X frame that stiffens the highest pressure vectors.
- MGS – M-Grip Soles are a special rubber compound molded into H shapes for grip.
- SRH – Standard Rear Heel works with tech fittings, frame bindings, and the Kingpin.
- MDB – Multi-Deflect Buckle system secures forefoot and ankle with a single closure.
- OCB – Oversized Closing Belt is a Velrco buckle / booster combo that levers easily.
- ESL – Easy Slide Lock ski/walk mode switch slides as easily as it’s named.
- AGS – Anatomically Guided Shell is a highly researched shell shape to just fit.
- NFT – Neo Flex Tongue is dual density to bend on the uphill and stiffen the down.
- BFC – BaX Frame Cuff is a molded X frame that stiffens the highest pressure vectors.
- MGS – M-Grip Soles are a special rubber compound molded into H shapes for grip.
- SRH – Standard Rear Heel works with tech fittings, frame bindings, and the Kingpin.
- CTF – Custom ThermoFormable liner is Ultralon foam (ala Intuition).
- OCD – Probably describes you if you managed to read all these TLAs.
Specifications | |
Weight |
1108g [25.0] |
Weight (pair) | 2216g [25.0] |
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1 + Velcro OCB |
Boot Sole |
259mm [23/23.5] 269mm [24/24.5] 279mm [25/25.5] |
Binding |
Tech, Frame, Kingpin |
Cuff |
60º |
Forward |
16º |
Specs Verified | Yes |
Design | |
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Grilamid |
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Ultralon heat moldable |
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M-Grip |
Skimo Co Says | |
Usage | Lightweight touring, all-mountain |
Notes | Oversized Velcro buckle closes the boot at the desired stiffness |
Bottom Line | Ideal companion for long days |
Compare to other Womens Boots |