$349 Advanced to Expert All Mountain to Freeride A great Super expensive boot for the ultra technical rider. The DC Mora is for the very aggressive rider and loaded with DC's high end tech. It is here to compete with the Burton Supreme and others like it. Most DC boots have a very flexy forward lean but these don't. They are stiff as it gets and rival the Salomon Optima. The articulating cuff helps this boot with longevity and the flex shouldn't change that much over time. The sole seems more tough than the other boots in the line but are made for impact protection with bigger landings. As a result he day in day out sole cushioning isn't as good. DC has a great shell but as of late their liners have not been as comfortable and form fitting as they use to be. It's not a deal breaker but it can take a little longer to break in the boots. Also each foot is different so you could read this review and they could be comfortable day one. One of the best parts of the Mora is the new BOA system in the 2012 model that is just like Burton's speed lace. Many Double BOA boots share the middle part of the ankle so the upper and lower tighten up the same spot. The Mora has a completely seperate upper and lower BOA system which makes this excellent when it comes to adjustability. All in all the DC mora is a great boot and one of our favorite Double BOA boots out there.
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 DC Snow DC has been making boots forever and has a very unique take on the snowboard boot world. DC has a very soft forward flex compared to many other boots out there. It makes the boot more comfortable and has a good following in the park. It is a good bet to choose their boots that have been around for a while because sometimes new boots from DC can disappoint. They have recently entered the snowboard making business and have a few Good Wood Awards. They have a small line of mostly well made freestyle snowboards that have some original tech but mainly just stick with other designs that have worked in the past. Most of their boards are freestyle focused but a few have an all mountain feel. DC also has clothing but we can’t speak that much about it. The DC customer service is good but not in the realm of Burton. They can handle issues and repairs where some companies don’t even have a call center. All in all DC is a solid choice for boots and could be a good choice for a freestyle focused snowboard.
The Mora is designed for women who want control in any condition the mountain has to offer. The CONSTRICTOR closure system provides precise adjustablility on the upper and lower boot to get dialed in for whatever terrain you are riding. It is the boot of choice for Kimmy Fasani. Imported.
DC MORA 2011
Mora
Colors Available: Black, White
Sizes Available: 5, 6, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10
Liner Tech · Bravo
Sole Features · Eva Midsole
Upper Features · 3D Tongue · Articulated Upper Cuff · Internal Ankle Harness · Molded Backstay · Boa Focus System · Boa Coiler · Recco
DC MORA 2010
POLISHED PERFORMANCE
The Women’s Mora packs technically advanced materials and performance features into a boot that looked sleek, classy and polished. The technology-packed sole puts your foot close to the board while still protecting against big jumps and harsh landings.
Colors Available: BLACK, WHITE/SYRAH
Sizes Available: 5, 6, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10
FLEX RATING • 9 out of 10 (1 being softest, 10 being stiffest)
UPPER FEATURES • Designed Specifically For Women's Sizing and Fit • Water Resistant Synthetic Leather Upper • Boa Technology's Focus System • Ergonomically Engineered 3D Tongue • Articulated Upper Cuff
• Internal Ankle Harness
SOLE FEATURES • Molded EVA Midsole • Double Lasted Sole • Heel Air Bag For Shock Absorption
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 they break. 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.
