ThrityTwo Lashed and Lashed Fast Track Snowboard Boot Review
$199 Intermediate to Advanced All Mountain The 32 Lashed has Been around for a long time and one of 32's best boots. Now you can choose between traditional lace and 32's speed lace that they call fast track. The traditional lace is slow but reliable. We have heard complaints that the Fast Track lacing system can come loose while you are riding but it might be worth it if you want speed. Despite the difference in lacing boot will perform the same but now you have the choice. Both Lashed models have an articulating cuff which will slightly improve performance but also make the boot's original flex last longer. The flex is closer to the medium side of soft. The Lashed has a single mold sole that is one piece. This is good because it won't fall apart but it lacks the traction in varied conditions that some boots have. 32 also makes some of the wider snowboard boots out there so if you have wide feet they are worth considering. If you have more narrow feet then you might want to consider another company. Still for the price the 32 Lashed boot can offer a decent amount of performance and comfort for those on a budget who like a soft do anything type of boots. This is very similar to the Nike Vapen.
The Good Ride Take on Articulating Cuffs- If you don't know what an articulating cuff is the upper and lower panels of the boot are separate. The top cuff is only attached at the back and then wraps around the front. When you flex forward it doesn't stretch out the boot and over time it stays closer to its original shape and stiffness. It also creates a more natural and comfortable forward flex when riding. It can be made to be stiff or very soft and is generally more comfortable than a standard boot. We love this tech!
The Good Ride Take On Thirty Two Thirty Two makes really good boots and clothing. We are especially big fans of their boots. They have a wide range of riding styles and fit incredibly well. However Thirty Two has one huge flaw in their customer service that makes us weary of purchasing unproven gear. If you go to the 32 site you will not see a single phone number on their contact page. You cannot get a human voice unless you call their parent company (sole) and get transferred to 32. You can email them but the response is not timely and their ability to fix issues is limited. We thought that maybe 32 just doesn’t like us but when we talked to many other retail stores about 32 we heard the same thing. So here is the skinny. If you like 32 and want to buy their products they are average in terms of quality. They just have a buy it only customer service policy. If you have an issue it will take a lot of time and pressure to get them to fix a boot.
Often imitated, never duplicated - your #1 boot year after year.
Features
Flex level: 5/10
STI Evolution Foam™
Articulating Cuff
3D Molded Tongue
Inner Ankle Harness
Independent Lacing Eyestays
Item Code: 8105000127/430
32 Lashed FT 2012
Everything that you love about the Lashed, only faster!
Features
Flex level: 5/10
FastTrack Lacing System
STI Evolution Foam™
Articulating Cuff
3D Molded Tongue
Inner Ankle Harness
Independent Lacing Eyestays
Item Code: 8105000129/001
32 Lashed 2011
Lightweight without compromising support, the Lashed is the best-selling and most versatile boot in the line. The Independent Lacing Eye Stays create optimal leverage as you tighten your laces, so the more you wear it, the better it wraps. We also added a new bumper to the top of the toe box to offer protection from the everyday wear and tear of toe straps and edges. Take a minute and look down at the feet of the local ripper at your home mountain, chances are they’re rocking the Lashed. Year after year, this boot is the choice of most pros and resort employees.
Features
Flex level: 5/10
STI Evolution Foam™
Designed in our STI Lab, this foam provides better cushioning than traditional foam materials and dramatically reduces the weight by eliminating the need for a heavy rubber outsole. ThirtyTwo boots with STI Evolution Foam™ are 15% to 40% lighter than previous seasons and remain the lightest in the industry.
This advanced shell construction creates high-performing, smooth-flexing boots that are easier to lace and more durable. There is also less shell distortion, resulting in consistent heel hold through the full flex range.
Our 3-D Molded Tongues wrap your foot for easier lacing, improved fit and heel hold. This design also gives us the ability to control the stiffness of each model for customized flex and improved response.
Inner Cuff Lacing System
Updated for 2010, our new Inner Cuff Lacing System can easily be tightened with a single pull. The lace lock will keep the laces secure, the orange pull strap helps keep the laces straight, and the anatomical shape will keep your heel down.
Also known as the Lashed Plus, this boot features our FastTrack Lacing System, which is designed to conform the outer shell to the liner, and ultimately to the unique contour of your feet. The liner’s Soft Fuzzy Cuff allows easy entry and exit, and keeps you as warm as a fake rabbit fur coat.
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Flex level: 6/10
Fasttrack Lacing - Patent Pending
Our completely redeveloped FastTrack Lacing System is the fastest way to get in and out of your boots in mere seconds. For 2010, we redesigned the pull-handles that help guide tension of the laces. One pull controls the two lower zones, the other pull controls the two top zones. This new 4-zone lacing makes getting your boot tight a snap. We've also added a new contoured pocket to store the handles on the interior of the boot tongue. Finish it off with newly designed one-piece locking hardware and you're on the snow quicker than ever.
* Every pair of fasttrack boots includes one extra set of laces.
STI Evolution Foam™
Designed in our STI Lab, this foam provides better cushioning than traditional foam materials and dramatically reduces the weight by eliminating the need for a heavy rubber outsole. ThirtyTwo boots with STI Evolution Foam™ are 15% to 40% lighter than previous seasons and remain the lightest in the industry.
This advanced shell construction creates high-performing, smooth-flexing boots that are easier to lace and more durable. There is also less shell distortion, resulting in consistent heel hold through the full flex range.
Our 3-D Molded Tongues wrap your foot for easier lacing, improved fit and heel hold. This design also gives us the ability to control the stiffness of each model for customized flex and improved response.
Inner Ankle Harness
Independent Lacing Eyestays
Item Code: 8205000079/140
USA
Europe
UK
Japan
5
35
2.5
21.5
5.5
36
3
22
6
36.5
3.5
22.5
6.5
37
4
23
7
37.5
4.5
23.5
7.5
38
5
24
8
38.5
5.5
24.5
8.5
39
6
25
9
40
6.5
25.5
9.5
41
7
26
10
41.5
7.5
26.5
32 Lashed 2010
The Lashed is the #1 boot designed and built for snowboarders, by snowboarders. Ridden, tested and approved by top pros around the world, this is the only boot that can please everyone all the time. With the Lashed, we're stomping the competition one boot at a time.
The Lashed Fast Track features everything you've come to love in the Lashed, but with our faster-than-ever Fast Track Lacing System. Ridden, tested and approved by top pros around the world, this is the only boot that can please everyone all the time. With the Lashed, we're stomping the competition one boot at a time.
Features
Fast Track Lacing System: pull, lock and shred
STI Evolution Foam™ midsole/outsole
Articulating Cuff for improved fit, heel hold and smooth flex
3-D Molded Tongue wraps your foot for easy lacing and improved fit
Inner Ankle Harness for secure inner lacing
Level 3 Fit System Liner
Level 2 Fit System Footbed
Outsole
Flex Level
5
Soft Stiff
Mens Sizes
USA
Europe
UK
Japan
5
37
4
23
6
38
5
24
7
39
6
25
7.5
40
6.5
25.5
8
41
7
26
8.5
41.5
7.5
26.5
9
42
8
27
9.5
42.5
8.5
27.5
10
43
9
28
10.5
44
9.5
28.5
11
45
10
29
11.5
45.5
10.5
29.5
12
46
11
30
13
47
12
31
32 Women's Lashed 2010
The Women’s Lashed Fast Track features everything you’ve come to love in the Lashed, but with our faster-than-ever Fast Track Lacing System. Ridden, tested and approved by top women pros around the world, this is the only boot that can please everyone all the time. With this model, we’re stomping the competition one boot at a time.
Fast Track Lacing System: pull, lock and shred
STI Evolution Foam™ midsole/outsole
Articulating Cuff for improved fit, heel hold and smooth flex
3-D Molded Tongue wraps your foot for easy lacing and improved fit
BOA vs. Speed Lace vs. Traditional Lace A Snowboard Boot Lacing System Comparison by The Good Ride.
The Good Ride Take on BOA Boots- A BOA Boot has a steel cable attached to some sort of plastic Coiler mechanism that tightens the boot instead of laces. There are 2 main types of BOA boots. 1. Single BOA- This uses just one BOA Coiler to adjust the entire boot. 2. Double BOA - This uses 2 BOA Coilers for upper and lower adjusting. Some have 1 for the outside and 1 for the inside but most are for upper and lower. BOA boots are the easiest to get on, get off and adjust out of any boot. Single BOA boots have the least upper/lower adjustability of any boot because the bottom and top is tightened by one coil. If you have a Double BOA (2 Dials for upper and lower) they are closer to other lacing systems but still not as good. Both the upper and lower dials adjust the ankle in the same place. This means you don't have complete separation like you do with Speed Lace and most Traditional Lace Boots. The biggest issue with BOA boots is if they break it requires a shop or the manufacturer to fix them. It’s usually not the cable that breaks but the dials. Out of all the boots you can crank a BOA tighter than any other boot which can be a good or bad thing. There have been some complaints that BOA boots can have some pressure points from the cable system when tightened too tight. The bottom line is BOA tech is a cool technological advancement that will work well with many riders and is super easy to adjust. In the end it comes down to personal preference and BOA could be right for you.
The Good Ride Take on Traditional Lace- Traditional Lace is what most people know. It’s reliable and easy to repair. Lace boots take a lot more effort than BOA or Speed Lace. Also many riders complain about blisters in attempts to get them tight. Some Lacing systems have handles at the top that connect to the laces and we love this. Another thing we like is when the upper lace hooks hold the lace in place so each section can tighten independently. When you have this along with a handle connected to the end of the laces it’s more adjustable than BOA and Speed lace. We really like this but it’s almost not a traditional lace boot. It’s more a hybrid but whatever you call it we like it! However it’s not great in terms of the time it takes to get things dialed out or make minor adjustments on the hill.
The Good Ride Take on Speed Lace- Speed lace is a perfect compromise between BOA and Traditional lace. It’s almost as fast as BOA and more adjustable. Some Traditional Lace is just as adjustable but speed lace is easier to do so. We really like how the upper and lower laces are 100% separate. This is a huge advantage over BOA Boots and some traditional laces that don’t lock at each hook. Speed Lace is super easy to tighten up and dial out. It’s also pretty easy to make small adjustments throughout the course of the day. If the laces break out on the hill it will be a lot more difficult to fix than traditional laces but it can be done without help from a shop or sending it back. If you are a 100 day a year rider then plan on changing out your laces half way through the season. We have been lucky so far and never had one break on the hill because any time they start to get frayed we change em out. We mainly ride speed lace boots but we aren't that high on ourselves to say that's the way it should be. Everyone is different.
All lacing systems have strengths and weaknesses. It’s up to you to figure out what will work the best.
