Thanks for all the great feedback. I start with both feet in and I’m right forward ( that’s the injured ankle ) and I’m a pretty inflexible 66yo. I’ll try the suggestions and there is a limiter on back of the boot that I have out all the way. It’s possible I may be unconsciously starting with too much weight on the heel to protect the ankle but I’ll try more front foot pressure tomorrow. It was suggested that I try a different hardshell that may be more forgiving any recommendations? I just need the compression on the mid ankle to keep it from moving too much. I think I have a reflex 6.0