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The Good Ride TakeThe Burton Ruler Snowboard Boot Review by The Good Ride
The Burton Ruler is a great low cost all mountain solution from the Good Ride. If you like to stay on the mountain and make great turns but don't get more than 20 days in a year this is an excellent choice. The 100+ day rider might want something better but we have seen many friends take this boot for more days than that in a season and have no real complaints.
Comfort- The comfort went from Good before 2010 to Excellent and each year since there are little upgrades here and there that make the Ruler more comfortable. In 2012 they have added what they call "Total Comfort Construction" which is just a BS way to say hey we made the boot fit a little better and feel more comfortable faster. In terms of comfort this boot is right up there with all the other Burton boots. We found it really hard to create a pressure point but feet are soo different we think someone out there could find a problem. Still Burton does more than just about any company out there to make riders feet feel good all day and might please the widest demographic of snowboarders out there.
Flex-In 2010 the Flex was completely transformed from Stiff and Responsive to almost Soft and a little less Responsive. The idea is great but it was just a little too soft and most of us prefered the 2009 and below better even though they weren't as comfortable. In 2011 they added a little more stiffness and a little more response to give us a better blend of both worlds. So in 2012 the boot is pretty similar to the 2011 in terms of flex and we like it. Also the addition of a little more articulation in the ankle will help the boot retain its flex for longer and we like this. Upper and Lower Adjustability- Speed Lace has it down when it comes to upper and lower autonomy. Unlike many BOA boots Burton's upper and lower speed lace are completely seperate. Also Burton has worked on making the laces stronger and also created ways to reduce wear when tightening the boots. Before the speed lace if treated well might last over 50 days before being replaced. Now we are seeing them still intact even after 100 days.
Response- The Pre-2010 boots were pretty responsive and way before that the Ruler was made to be the stiffest most responsive boot in the line. With the Addition of the Driver X and other more freeride boots in the line the Ruler has toned back the response. We don't necessarily agree with the "From Jibs to Jumps" marketing Burton threw out for 2012. The flex is still more for all mountain to even some freeriders but it can now do a better job in the park than it did in the past.
Sole Cushioning- The Ruler has a nice little air bag throughout most of the foot. It's not super pillowy like the Burton Ion but it does a great job absorbing shock from most kickers and rough riding.
Traction- The traction is also pretty good. Its made to perform well if you have to hike in soft snow or walk in Ice. It's not exceptional in either situation but what do you expect for an all mountain boot.
All in all this boot is a great choice and the upgrade really put this boot back in the running as solid choice in the mid to high end boot category. This will integrate well with just about any binding and board set up in the all mountain to even freeride categories. If you like a stiff responsive boot in the jib park this might work as well but you might be a minority here.
The Good Ride Take on 3D Molded Tongues vs. Traditional Tongues The Good Ride Take on Burton Burton is huge. They have developed or acquired most of the technology that we use today. Burton is one of the only companies that can provide you with everything you need to snowboard from boards to beanies. Burton even owns arguably the best surfboard company Channel Islands because Jake likes to surf. They are like the Yankees of snowboarding because they can always outspend their competition to win. The positives- Burton provides more products for each gear/clothing/accessory category than any other company. Burton has possibly the best customer service in the snowboarding industry. Burton continuously spends more money than almost any company to develop new tech or just make what they have better. Burton sponsors more pro’s and get’s more high level user feed back than any other company. They have some of the best boots, bindings and boards in the industry. They also have great clothing.
Company InfoBurton Ruler 2012Burton RULER
With a legacy of pushing personal skills to the pro level, the Ruler is the boot for stepping to larger drops and burlier features. Proven features such as the reduced weight and footprint of Shrinkage™, oversized 270º Airbags, and stabilizing Power Spine backstays filter top-of-the-line tech down to the couch surfer’s salary. Newly redesigned with Burton’s industry exclusive Total Comfort for that perfectly broken in feel, right out of the box.
Features + Shrinkage Footprint Reduction Technology + LACING: Speed Zone™ Lacing System for True Zonal Lacing Control + LINER: Imprint™ 2 Liner + CUSHIONING: Lightweight Outsole with 270º Airbag Cushioning + FLEX AND RESPONSE: Power Spine Backstay and Medium Flex Thin Profile 3D® Molded Tongue + COMFORT: NEW Total Comfort Construction, NEW Snow-Proof Internal Gusset, and Level 1 Molded EVA Footbed
Colorways: Black / White Brown / Blue
Sizes: 6 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 13 14 15
Support: 6
Burton Ruler 2011Burton RULER A god among mortals. From seeking out untracked stashes to perfecting your park game—support your daily habit with the Ruler™. For over ten years it has set the standard for shred-everything performance, and the latest edition is no different. With an even faster and easier Speed Zone™ Lacing system, the reduced weight and profile of Shrinkage™, and extra-large 270º air cushioning, the Ruler is ready to reign for another decade. Features + Shrinkage Footprint Reduction Technology + LACING: Speed Zone Lacing System for True Zonal Lacing Control [Featuring NEW System Upgrades] + LINER: Imprint™ 2 Liner + CUSHIONING: 270º Airbag Cushioning + FLEX AND RESPONSE: Power Spine™ Backstay and Medium Flex Thin Profile 3D® Molded Tongue + COMFORT: Level 1 Molded EVA Footbed Colorways: Black / Gray Brown / Tan / Green Sizes: 6-15 Support: 6 Burton Ruler 2010For more than a decade the Ruler™ has been pushing the standard of what’s expected from an all-mountain boot. With the reduced weight and smaller footprint of Shrinkage™, the lightning fast, bomber reliability of Speed Zone™ lacing, and the extra large 270º Airbag, it’s pretty safe to say the Ruler’s legacy has just begun. Need proof? Witness any of Danny Davis’ exploits and get enlightened.
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Burton Ruler 2010Burton RULER A god among mortals.
For more than a decade the Ruler™ has been pushing the standard of what’s expected from an all-mountain boot. With the reduced weight and smaller footprint of Shrinkage™, the lightning fast, bomber reliability of Speed Zone™ lacing, and the extra large 270º Airbag, it’s pretty safe to say the Ruler’s legacy has just begun. Need proof? Witness any of Danny Davis’ exploits and get enlightened.
Features + Shrinkage Footprint Reduction Technology + LACING: Speed Zone Lacing System for True Zonal Lacing Control + LINER: Imprint™ 2 Liner + CUSHIONING: 270º Airbag Cushioning + FLEX AND RESPONSE: Power Spine™ Backstay and Medium Flex Thin Profile 3D® Molded Tongue + COMFORT: Level 1 Molded EVA Footbed
Colorways: Black / Black Brown / Lime
Sizes: 6* 7* 7.5* 8* 8.5* 9* 9.5* 10* 10.5* 11* 11.5 12 13 14 15
* Also Available in Asian Fit
Support: 6
Compare Laces & SizingBOA vs. Speed Lace vs. Traditional Lace
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