What’s in the small bag?

The inner-liner can lace up just like any boot and will add extra support to the boot liner. The laces are provided with each pair to lace up the inner-liner for a more secure and snug fit.

How does the Apex patent-pending Serpentine lacing system work on the walking boot?

The XP and XP-L models have a patent-pending Serpentine lacing system which provides for a more secure and comfortable closure over your instep (upper foot). The Serpentine lacing acts as a pully system, drawing the tongue down over your instep instead of pushing down like a traditional cross lacing. The pully-like action and the subsequent very secure fit over the instep allows for much improved heel retention. Maximum heel retention is the primary goal of a great ski boot fit.

How does the cuff alignment setting work?

The cuff alignment setting adjusts the upper cuff of the Apex ski boot, aligning the upper cuff with your leg’s angle of entry into the chassis. If you have a slight bowleg or knock-knee you will want to adjust the cuff to align with your lower leg shape. A tool to make this adjustment (an Apex hex wrench) is included with each pair of boots. You can also use a hex wrench of your choosing to complete this adjustment.

How does the Tunable A-Flex Suspension system work for adjusting the flex of the boot?

The Tunable A-Flex Suspension system allows for three different boot flex settings. You can adjust the flex to your liking by installing one of three different flex elastomers provided with each pair of boots. A tool to make this adjustment (an Apex hex wrench) is included with each pair of boots. You can also use a hex wrench of your choosing to complete this adjustment. The flex elastomers are color coded for ease: green is softest, blue is medium, and black is stiffest. The blue or medium flex elastomer is installed as the default. But, you can easily adjust 10 points stiffer or 10 points softer by inserted a different flex elastomer.

How does the Adjustable Flex-Arm work for setting the forward lean angle?

The Adjustable Flex-Arm allows you to adjust the forward lean of your Apex Ski Boot into 4 different forward lean positions: 10°, 12°, 14°, or 16°. A tool to make this adjustment (an Apex hex wrench) is included with each pair of boots. You can also use a hex wrench of your choosing to complete this adjustment.

Can the Apex Boot liners be heat molded?

Yes, the inner liner of the Apex ski boots can be heat molded to fit your unique foot shape. Many foot types—especially those with boney prominences—can be accommodated by heat molding. Heat molding can solve many issues resulting from boney prominences. Heat molding can also open up volume in the boot to allow for some extra length or width if needed.

Can I use the Apex walkable boot as a snowboard boot?

Yes, you can certainly use the Apex inner-walking boot as a snowboard boot. They will be on the stiffer end of the snowboard boot spectrum, which makes them very high-performing and are enjoyed by many skiers who snowboard as well.