A quick look at next season's snowboard boots

Probably the most important investment you can make, take a look at what to expect next winter

Atomic

On the boot front Atomic are benefiting from their close relationship with Salomon to improve their range. Speed lacing is in there, as is a natty little way of locking the liner down into place. That will be available on higher end boots such as the Sniper, Stinger and women’s Cascade.

DC

Heading back to their roots, DC have updated their boots, with Aerotech ventpanels cut into the cuff sections and shortened, ankle-length liners. The liners will be available on the Park Series of boots.

Northwave

The Northwave range hasn’t dramatically changed for a few years, for 2011 they are launching a new high-end boot to superced the ever-popular Decade as the stiffest, high-end model. The Domain will be in stores for £220 and built for the freeriders out there.

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Thirtytwos

Boots have been gently tweaked with new designs, such as the all-new Simon Chamberlain pro colourway Tm-2.

Vans

Andreas Wiig may have jumped to Forum for most of his sponsors needs, but Vans were keen to point out that he has definitely stayed-put when it comes to his boots. 2011 marks the third manifestation of his pro model boot. Coming in at £190 it’s a refined variant of previous models. We particularly liked the lace lock system used in the heel section that enables you crank the tightness of the bottom section and lock it tight before moving to the top section.