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Duff15 > 9 months ago, 7 Sep 2015

Duff15

VIC

249 posts

7 Sep 2015 10:00am

This is my new set up, took a little getting use to.

The set up is Hyperlite boots/bindings and Axis vanguard board, first impressions are positive. Landing tricks is easier, but if you come unstuck it can turn bad quickly ( as i learned for attempting a kiteloop) but on that the bindings did release (luckily)

I will continue the review after a few more sessions.

Kraut

547 posts

7 Sep 2015 10:06am

Don't think they should release at any stage are they (now)?

kemp90

QLD

1694 posts

7 Sep 2015 1:45pm

Mine occasionly blew open, if it was a hard crash. Not sure they are supposed to tho

Fly on da wall

725 posts

7 Sep 2015 1:26pm

Probably a good thing. . Boots will blow your knees and break your ankles. There's a lot of impact that's transferred and if you don't have any movement cause you're locked into boots. . Just say hello reconstructions and broken ankles. But going big looks cool and boots make it easier,rather than focusing on technique.. from what I've found anyways. . Hyperlite are awesome products. . Good luck

tomme

VIC

475 posts

7 Sep 2015 2:44pm

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Duff15 said..
This is my new set up, took a little getting use to.

The set up is Hyperlite boots/bindings and Axis vanguard board, first impressions are positive. Landing tricks is easier, but if you come unstuck it can turn bad quickly ( as i learned for attempting a kiteloop) but on that the bindings did release (luckily)

I will continue the review after a few more sessions.

i think i saw you yesterday on an airush lithium? stick with it takes a few sessions to settle into

Duff15

VIC

249 posts

7 Sep 2015 3:33pm

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tomme said...

i think i saw you yesterday on an airush lithium? stick with it takes a few sessions to settle into

Hey mate yea thats the one. Cheers just glad the bindings released.

Duff15

VIC

249 posts

7 Sep 2015 3:35pm

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RussKraut said...
Don't think they should release at any stage are they (now)?

When i purchased the boots i was told that they will release under extreme pressure. Thats the main reason i opted for Hyperlite over regular wake boots.

NickT

1094 posts

7 Sep 2015 5:10pm

Big heelside edges pop them open. I was told it is meant to happen as the water opens the lever.

NickT

1094 posts

7 Sep 2015 5:15pm

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Brisbud said...
Probably a good thing. . Boots will blow your knees and break your ankles. There's a lot of impact that's transferred and if you don't have any movement cause you're locked into boots. . Just say hello reconstructions and broken ankles. But going big looks cool and boots make it easier,rather than focusing on technique.. from what I've found anyways. . Hyperlite are awesome products. . Good luck

Totally disagree! Straps break legs feet and ankles as well as loads of sprains, only way straps are better is you can kick the board off mid loop.

Still prefer landing kiteloops in boots than straps as the board goes where you want it and absorbs way more impact.

All straps suck!

Duff15

VIC

249 posts

8 Sep 2015 7:34pm

Is there a trick to getting boots on? Do you need to wet the boots? They fit great just hard to get on (maybe Vaseline on the heel?)

tomme

VIC

475 posts

8 Sep 2015 8:55pm

helps with them wet, also undo the laces a fair way down, get in then tighten it all up :)

Fly on da wall

725 posts

9 Sep 2015 4:50am

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NickT said...

I've got one of those carbon fibre knee braces if you want it. . Chances are soon enough you will. Thanks too boots and a cam walker for broken ankle. . Pm me if you're interested.

strydz

QLD

136 posts

9 Sep 2015 7:00pm

I 100 % disagree with you, boots provide you far more protection from injury than straps. Injuries come not from the boots but generally by the type of riding boarders do while in boots. Wake boarders and wake style riders are usually doing tricks with more power and the type of tricks have higher impacts on knees and shoulders.

Fly on da wall

725 posts

9 Sep 2015 7:22pm

It's just coincidental how many great kiters riding boots blow knees and wear braces. .hey! Lol

NickT

1094 posts

9 Sep 2015 6:45pm

Imagine them wearing straps then!

juicerider

790 posts

9 Sep 2015 6:52pm

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Brisbud said...
It's just coincidental how many great kiters riding boots blow knees and wear braces. .hey! Lol

Your argument is about as logical as saying that c kites or waist harnesses break ankles and knees.

kemp90

QLD

1694 posts

10 Sep 2015 3:23pm

If a catch a serious edge, like full on. I just pulled straight out of my boots. No blown knees here.
I don't even this the pro's knee problems are from boots. MJ trashed his knee by going too big on a front blind mobe and landed hard on the face of a wave and blew his meniscus.
Boot's are life

AUS116

QLD

21 posts

10 Sep 2015 8:11pm

To get them on easily..... Use some liquid soap on your feet, it allows them to slide in, you can lace up tight that way.
After a few minutes on the water the soap washes away leaving you tight and squeaky in there. ;)

Underoath

QLD

2434 posts

19 Sep 2015 1:41am

I love your old board Nick (Tona Pop/Ronix Boots)

As for the other comments.....

Looping with boots is way softer for landing due to the fact you use a board with a more aggressive rocker like.

I have had a few slaps - bad s bends ect/loops - but the feet slide out.

Never has knee issues,

Drury

NSW

502 posts

19 Sep 2015 10:00am

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Underoath said..
I love your old board Nick (Tona Pop/Ronix Boots)

As for the other comments.....

Looping with boots is way softer for landing due to the fact you use a board with a more aggressive rocker like.

I have had a few slaps - bad s bends ect/loops - but the feet slide out.

Never has knee issues,

This (as long as you don't bury the nose)

glasstraxx

321 posts

19 Sep 2015 9:44am

definitely keen to get these but can't find a dealer in aus on there website?
Any ideas how to buy in Perth or Aus?
Also what's the size like - i am an tight fit 8 or loose 9. what should go for cheers?

Drury

NSW

502 posts

19 Sep 2015 12:09pm

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glasstraxx said..
definitely keen to get these but can't find a dealer in aus on there website?
Any ideas how to buy in Perth or Aus?
Also what's the size like - i am an tight fit 8 or loose 9. what should go for cheers?

We sell them at Kitepower. Email sales (at) kitepower. com. au

Sizing is spot on. I'm an 11 and the 11 was perfect. They are heat mouldable so you can heat them up with a blow dryer (only for around a minute) and put your foot into the 8 and stretch them out or heat up the 9 and not put your foot in (which will expand the foam) and you'll get a good fit either way. I'd be more inclined to get the 9 and expand the foam for more cush.

NickT

1094 posts

19 Sep 2015 12:42pm

Liquid elements Bibra lake stocked hyperlite last year.

daveyjay1984

QLD

4 posts

23 Sep 2015 1:24am

So my big question (because I also believe in the safety of boots) is, how is swimming in these if it comes to it? Are they super buoyant and make it hard to swim, or not too bad? Liking the style, like my snowboard setup. Just wouldn't want to be stuck in something I can't swim in if something unexpected happens out there, as it has plenty of times before.

kemp90

QLD

1694 posts

23 Sep 2015 6:14am

They are crap to swim in. If you crash at cable. It sucks trying to swim in. But how often do you have to swim when kiteboarding

daveyjay1984

QLD

4 posts

23 Sep 2015 2:20pm

When you're unlucky. Had a few occasions. Line tangle after awkward crash, sudden wind change, bad crash and broken kite.

kemp90

QLD

1694 posts

25 Sep 2015 9:27pm

Had to use my hyperlights today. Just refreshed my memory of how much I ****ing hate these boots.

dafunk

QLD

561 posts

25 Sep 2015 10:34pm

Im just getting into boots, they are scarier and better .
After an Acl repair using straps , the boots are better.
Im only in flat water , have had some moments .
They take quite a bit more strength to self rescue,
but hold the power !

Alex4398

NSW

35 posts

26 Sep 2015 11:44am

I mean yeah sure they're a pain in the arse and putting them on is annoying. But the heel will never fold like traditional boots and they'll last you twice as long as well

vikingboarder

8 posts

2 Oct 2015 10:36pm

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Duff15 said..
Is there a trick to getting boots on? Do you need to wet the boots? They fit great just hard to get on (maybe Vaseline on the heel?)

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NickT said..

I was just going to say as a snowboarder, skier, kitesurfer with straps, kitesurfer with boots, snowkiter I would rather my feet tied into boots tied to a board all day every day during crashes of any kind. Granted boots have no place in big breaking surf but apart from that they prevent injury during impacts IMO. Did I mention the board can't hit you in the head in boots unless your into yoga??

sir ROWDY

5378 posts

12 Oct 2015 12:33am

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Alex4398 said..
I mean yeah sure they're a pain in the arse and putting them on is annoying.

How are they a pain to put on? They are far easier to put on and get the tightness right than any other boot.

@Duff15 I would be less worried about your boots and more worried about getting a board with a decent rocker line

. Try a Tranq or Billy instead of the Vanguard and you will be amazed

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