Administrators Horton Posted August 18, 2011 Administrators Share Posted August 18, 2011 I just got in a new set of 2012 Strada Boots for a friend at Ski West. I want to keep them for myself. COOL! Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Become a Supporting Member or make a One-time Donation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller baja Posted August 18, 2011 Baller Share Posted August 18, 2011 Pictures and details please! Trent said they would be essentially the same but the liner would be a little thicker... Sort of the midpoint between the RS-1 plump and the Strada thin. If so I'm getting some when I retire my RS-1's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Sullivan Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 This thread is totally worthless. Who throws a worm out there like that and just leaves us hanging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Roger Posted August 19, 2011 Baller Share Posted August 19, 2011 I just (finally) retired my RS1s and got 2011 Stradas on sale at Regionals. I can't imagine being happier, but I'd certainly like to see the 2012 version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted August 19, 2011 Author Administrators Share Posted August 19, 2011 The liners look thicker and the boots are pretty.... Assume they ski the same Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Become a Supporting Member or make a One-time Donation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller eddie_roberts_jr Posted August 19, 2011 Baller Share Posted August 19, 2011 You know what happens when we assume John - it makes an ass out of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agustafson Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 They still look like they are the same general design but with much better looks than original RS-1's (IMO).. They have added a slick velcro flap that covers the lower laces.. Liners look closer to 1st generation RS-1 gold liners as far as thickness.. I haven't had time to try them yet but sure I will be happy as all the Radar stuff is top shelf!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted August 19, 2011 Author Administrators Share Posted August 19, 2011 Cool looking boots ski better. I may be neutral on skis but Radar Strada boots are the best thing out. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Become a Supporting Member or make a One-time Donation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted August 19, 2011 Author Administrators Share Posted August 19, 2011 @Sully - Me Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Become a Supporting Member or make a One-time Donation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwillygood Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 my strada boots i have now ski well and i like them but there falling apart and i dont think it is a safe system IMO....not going back to them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kona Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Those look awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted August 20, 2011 Author Administrators Share Posted August 20, 2011 @cwillygood Radar boots not safe? I use/push the product mostly based on safety. Please explain Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Become a Supporting Member or make a One-time Donation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MrJones Posted August 20, 2011 Baller Share Posted August 20, 2011 I think you can question the Strada's on their stiffness/control, but for comfort and safety they are at the top of the list. I have badly sprained and broken an ankle in another system and feel much safer (It's all relative) in the Strada's. I am going to try a stiffer system soon. Skiing really well on the Strada's but interested in what stiffer would feel like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller east tx skier Posted August 21, 2011 Baller Share Posted August 21, 2011 I think stiffer will feel better (huh huh), but to make a Strada boot feel stiffer, you need to cinch up that upper lace, which pretty much tosses safety out the window. Outside of rubber boots or a boot that releases from the ski totally, it is hard to get this level of rigidity combined with release. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ RichardDoane Posted August 21, 2011 Baller_ Share Posted August 21, 2011 I cinch my laces way tight - on purpose - keeping both feet in always. Knock on some wood, my Strada Boots are way safer that pre-releasing velcro, and/or rubber binders that may let just one foot come out in a ragdoll crash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kfennell Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 I don't know how you are doing them so tight that you won't come out, I have tested mine, doing them up as tight as I can without them hurting, and I am still able to pull the ski off in the water with moderate effort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwillygood Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 i think that if you tighten on or the other too much theres a chance of one coming out and not the other...which is the same problem for alot of boots......iv never had a really hard fall in mine thankfully but i just dont see coming out of them when it happens....thats why im probably going to switch to a different system.....dont get me wrong i like the boots...there comfy they flex nice, look good and iv skied well in them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bxroads Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 cwillygood, I am thinking Horton is going to say "don't tighten them". If you can't slide your foot and liner out then all bets are off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Jody_Seal Posted August 22, 2011 Baller_ Share Posted August 22, 2011 I have a 2011 size 9/42 right Strada boot set up on a rear Radar plate for sale. will go up on Ski it again, $80.00 Like new condition it has maybe 5 sets on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bxroads Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Its my size, maybe I should snag it from you for a spare? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gistmarrs Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Jody, can you send me a pic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwillygood Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 bx roads....i cant just not tighten them theyll be too loose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bxroads Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I should have said don't "over" tighten them. Point being, your foot and boot should fairly easily slide out of the shell at the end of the set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrB Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 I just ordered a new 2012 liner for a 2010 shell. Dealer said it will work fine. I AM NERVOUS. Should I be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted February 15, 2012 Author Administrators Share Posted February 15, 2012 @MrB It'll be fine. I've been mixing and matching radar shells and liners since day one. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Become a Supporting Member or make a One-time Donation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrB Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 THX!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ RichardDoane Posted February 16, 2012 Baller_ Share Posted February 16, 2012 somehow I ended up with a size 12, RS1 liner, for a Right foot, very good condition, $20. + shipping, email richard@burienautorepair.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MarkTimm Posted February 16, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 16, 2012 I took a few very hard falls last summer and my Strada boots released perfectly and they have never released when they shouldn't have. Best binding I have ever used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted February 16, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 16, 2012 @richarddoane - is that the same as a Strada liner? I am a size 12 and have one year on my Stradas. If it is the same basic liner, I am interested. email me amjbishop at yahoo dot com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomi Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 I just noticed that mine which were supposed to be 2012 Strada boots don't have the velcro flaps. Now that I look at them closer, it seems that I am double screwed... mine are likely 2011 but priced and sold as 2012? http://www.photoshop.com/users/nakari/albums/e4aeb07335774f2da42080f54b4b1941 Waterskis.com... I seriously hope they don't advertise here so I can voice out my opinion freely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryno Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Yep they're 2011, unlucky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ilivetoski Posted February 16, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 16, 2012 @Cwillygood I have had RS-1's for 2 years and just bought a pair of 2012 stradas. Not one time have I questioned the RS-1. I have NEVER had them come out when I didnt think they should have and NEVER did they pre release Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ScarletArrow Posted February 17, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 17, 2012 I hardly cinch mine down and I don't come out. I think it's just the variable of the individual foot size, molding, tightening preferences, etc. I did buy a 2012 liner and tried to put it in a 2011 shell - it "fit", but not very well. The 2012 version is much thicker in my opinion. I'll be looking for some closeout 2011's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ScarletArrow Posted February 17, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 17, 2012 I hardly cinch mine down and I don't come out. I think it's just the variable of the individual foot size, molding, tightening preferences, etc. I did buy a 2012 liner and tried to put it in a 2011 shell - it "fit", but not very well. The 2012 version is much thicker in my opinion. I'll be looking for some closeout 2011's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Roger Posted February 17, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 17, 2012 @ScarletArrow - what size are you looking for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Roger Posted February 17, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 17, 2012 @ScarletArrow - what size are you looking for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 So on the front binding while dry, if all I do is wrap the laces up top without any cinching at all, it's pretty lose and I've got a lot of heel lift. If I try to pull my foot out, I think the release is probably ok. If I cinch them up even a little bit, it starts to get to the point where I'm not sure if it would release. Does that loose sound about right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 So on the front binding while dry, if all I do is wrap the laces up top without any cinching at all, it's pretty lose and I've got a lot of heel lift. If I try to pull my foot out, I think the release is probably ok. If I cinch them up even a little bit, it starts to get to the point where I'm not sure if it would release. Does that loose sound about right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted February 18, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 18, 2012 On dry land in front of a wall or something you can fall into, snug the front tight and use the collar so it is snug, no tight, when you lean forward, the boots should pop out. That would give you an approx "snugness" factor. For me, the key is keeping the front of the foot in contact with the ski. Unless you have real weak ankles, I am not a big proponent of locking everything down on my leg. I proved this theory by almost running 38 in a front Animal boot that the overlay had torn 2/3 of the way down the inside of my front ankle. Just took it easy and thought about keeping my foot in contact with the ski. Didn't get a foot cramp either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted February 18, 2012 Baller Share Posted February 18, 2012 On dry land in front of a wall or something you can fall into, snug the front tight and use the collar so it is snug, no tight, when you lean forward, the boots should pop out. That would give you an approx "snugness" factor. For me, the key is keeping the front of the foot in contact with the ski. Unless you have real weak ankles, I am not a big proponent of locking everything down on my leg. I proved this theory by almost running 38 in a front Animal boot that the overlay had torn 2/3 of the way down the inside of my front ankle. Just took it easy and thought about keeping my foot in contact with the ski. Didn't get a foot cramp either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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