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Best Snowboard Boots For 2023-2024

Whether you're looking for an ultra-flexy freestyle boot or a rock solid freeride option, here's our roundup of this season's best snowboard boots

When it comes to choosing new snowboard boots, it’s all about your individual preferences, riding style, and foot shape. Therefore the ‘best snowboard boots’ don’t really exist — or, at least, they won’t be the same from person to person. Snowboard boots come in all different shapes and sizes and there’s something out there for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a versatile all-mountain option, an uber stiff freeride demon, or a mellow freestyle boot, you’ve come to the right place.

“The sheer number of boots on offer these days is toe-tally mind blowing, so we’ve narrowed it down to our top choices”

When purchasing a new snowboard boot there are a few things you’ll want to bear in mind. Fit will always be the most important factor, followed by flex and then lacing. Head into your local snowboard store to try a bunch of different models and brands on, you’ll find out what works for you, and what doesn’t. I know a guy with six toes on one foot and even he manages to find a boot that works. The sheer number of boots on offer these days is toe-tally mind-blowing, so we’ve narrowed it down to our top choices.

A good pair of snowboard boots are the single most important part of your set up, get them right and you’ll be laughing. A properly fitted boot has a myriad of benefits from improved edge control when you’re railing turns all the way up to keeping all of your toenails after a trip. Whereas an ill-fitting pair of boots can leave you jaded, hobbling off the slope in agony as you head to the nearest bar to numb the pain with booze.

“A lycra suited piste charger will often opt for a stiff boot to garner more control”

After you nail down the fit, you’ll want to decide on your flex preferences. The stiffer the boots are, the more responsive they’ll be. Jib kids and park rats will generally want a softer option to get more tweak-ability and playfulness out of them. Whereas a lycra suited piste charger will often opt for a stiff boot to garner more control. There’s no right or wrong with it, but as a general rule of thumb, a newer rider generally fares better with a softer, more mellow model as they’ve got more margin for error.

Remember, more expensive doesn’t necessarily mean better, you could have a £1000 pair of gold flaked boots that do themselves up and are woven with fibres made of Shaun White’s pubes but if they don’t fit you properly then that shit ain’t gonna fly. And whatever you do please, please, don’t just buy a pair of boots because your pal Barry has them and swears they “fit like a glove m8”.

“You could have a £1000 pair of gold flaked boots that do themselves up and are woven with fibres made of Shaun White’s pubes but if they don’t fit you properly then that shit ain’t gonna fly”

We’ve compiled our list of the best snowboard boots for 2023/24 in one handy place. There’s a bit of everything in this list, from soft flexing budget options to ultra-aggressive crampon-compatible boots, so have a gander, check them out and find out what’s best for you.

Burton Ruler 2023-2024

PRICE: £290

In these turbulent times, no-one would blame you for being nostalgic about the late ‘90s – a time of sheep-cloning, space-station-launching, OK Computer-releasing progress. It’s also when the Burton Ruler first appeared – and while this comparison may be ever-so-slightly overselling the B’s contribution to the collective human endeavour, it’s still a great boot that has definitely stood the test of time.

Who Are The Burton Ruler For?

For many riders over the years – myself included – the Burton Ruler was their first ‘serious’ boot. Not crazy stiff and unforgiving, but definitely able to handle the transition from progressing to proficient. While it’s pitched as a ‘does-anything’ model (and certainly does qualify), it leans towards the freestyle category.

Buy the Burton Ruler: £325 at Blue Tomato UK

Buy the Burton Ruler: €360 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Burton Ruler here

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Deeluxe Team ID Ltd 2023-2024

PRICE: £305 / €340

For their services to feet, the crew at Deeluxe deserve a Nobel prize. With a massive stable of models, many of which have stood the test of time, it’s a name you can trust. Plus most years, something comes along that raises the quality bar even higher.

Who Are The Deeluxe Team ID Ltd For?

Surprise, surprise: this team-focused boot is built for freestyle. If happiness for you is heading to the park with a bag full of sandwiches, energy drinks and GoPros, these are exactly the kind of things you should have on your feet.

Buy the Deeluxe Team ID Ltd: €400 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Deeluxe Team ID Ltd here

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Nidecker Kita 2023-2024

PRICE: £349 / €380 / $400

The Nidecker Kita is a premium, performance-oriented all-mountain powerhouse of a boot. Nidecker have completely overhauled their boot line, trimming the fat and updating their range to cement themselves as one of the big players in the boot game.

Who Are The Nidecker Kita For?

The Kita is a boot for advanced riders who want to attack the whole mountain, the aggressive flex earmarks them as an option for only those who are confident in their abilities.

Buy the Nidecker Kita: €390 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Nidecker Kita here

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Nidecker Rift 2023-2024

PRICE: £340 / €380

Nidecker have overhauled their boot range from the ground up, which means redesigned lasts and a bunch of all-new models. The Rift promises to be their most crowd-pleasing model, matching clean looks with lightweight materials and a mid-soft flex that’s perfectly suited to the favourite riding style of snowboard marketers everywhere: all-mountain freestyle.

Who Are The Nidecker Rift For?

Park shralpers and soul turners who appreciate a softer flex – as well as the convenience of BOA.

Buy the Nidecker Rift: €380 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Nidecker Rift here

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Rome Bodega 2023-2024

PRICE: BOA €330 $330 / HYBRID BOA £250, €280, $280

The Rome Bodega and Rome Libertine boots are Whitelines 100 non-movers. Both remain among the very best options for your feet, but differ in a few significant ways. We’ll get into the weeds in due course, but the main thing you need to know at this point is that the Bodega is the lower-spec, softer-flexing little sibling to the Libertine. It’s still a premium hoof, though, and certain riding styles – not to mention budgets – will definitely find this one more to their liking.

Who Are The Rome Bodega For?

These are famous for delivering a softer feel on the mountain with zero compromise on quality and durability. Simply put, if you want a pair that you can absolutely rinse, especially in the park, then these will see you right from day one to 100.

Buy the Rome Bodega: £250 at Blue Tomato UK

Buy the Rome Bodega: €280 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Rome Bodega here

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Rome Libertine 2023-2024

PRICE: BOA: €430, $430 / HYBRID BOA: £340, €380, $380 / LACE: €330, $330

While still best known for its boards, Rome also does a choice line of boots (and of course bindings). The Rome Libertine sits at the top of the brand’s small yet perfectly-formed range, and is a definite step up in clever tech from its nearest rival. We loved it last year, and it’s still as great as ever.

Who Are The Rome Libertine For?

As is often the case with ‘flagship’ boots, this has been designed to cater for a wide range of riding styles (hence the mid-stiff flex, for one). However, don’t think that means it’s spread itself too thin; the quality on display here is irrefutable, and will please even the most demanding rider.

Buy the Rome Libertine: £340 at Blue Tomato UK

Buy the Rome Libertine: €380 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Rome Libertine here

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Salomon Scarlet 2023-2024

PRICE: £190 / €215 / $210

Getting the right pair of boots is never more important than it is at the start of your snowboarding journey. First and foremost you need something that will keep you warm and dry, but that will also follow your commands as you progress. It can feel like quite a lot of outlay so early on, and getting it wrong could hinder your chances of reaching the next level. Take it from us, though; the Salomon Scarlet will slash your chances of experiencing buyer’s remorse.

Who Are The Salomon Scarlet For?

This model is a terrific option for the rider that wants a softer flex and minimal faff. Yes, it’s far short of Salomon’s peak-chasing premium boots, but variety is the spice of life. Matched to the right feet, these are bona fide mood-enhancers.

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Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Salomon Scarlet here

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ThirtyTwo Lashed Double BOA 2023-2024

PRICE: £355 (£365 for signature version)

Take a stroll around any snowboard-friendly mountain town, from Mammoth to Morzine, and you’ll see countless pairs of ThirtyTwo Lashed. They’re one of the lightest boots out there, with a relaxed flex that’s great for freestyle progression and some invariably sick colorways. The latest Double BOA version trades some of the Lashed’s legendary sneaker-like looks for the most reliable speed lacing system in the game.

Who Are The ThirtyTwo Lashed Double BOA For?

Available from US size 5 to 14, there’s a Lashed for almost every rider, and performance wise it can do it all. That said, its mid-level flex makes it less suited to critical big mountain lines and a perennial favourite of park rats and opportunistic powder hounds who like to get airborne at every opportunity.

Buy the ThirtyTwo Lashed Double BOA: £295 at Blue Tomato UK

Buy the ThirtyTwo Lashed Double BOA: €330 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 ThirtyTwo Lashed Double BOA here

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Vans Hi-Standard OG 2023-2024

PRICE: £205

Snowboarding and anything ‘gangsta’ rarely mix well, but Vans gets a pass here; if any boot were ever worthy of an ‘OG’ qualifier, it’s this one. It’s been around for donkey’s, and even with the advent of a souped-up ‘Pro’ version it’s not going anywhere soon.

Who Are The Vans Hi-Standard OG For?

We’d pitch this one equally at experienced park fiends who like a softer boot, and those moving from rental gear to their first proper setup. It’s a boot, though, so don’t assume it’ll work for you just because you match one of those profiles – get to your nearest shop and try it out to make sure!

Buy the Vans Hi-Standard OG: £205 at Blue Tomato UK

Buy the Vans Hi-Standard OG: €230 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Vans Hi-Standard OG here

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Vans Infuse 2023-2024

PRICE: £415 / €460 / $420

When your style and creative outlook requires a boot that can do it all, and the Vans Infuse does precisely that. They’ve scoured the top shelf for all the very best tech and materials they have to offer and squashed it all into one top of the line boot.

Who Are The Vans Infuse For?

Skilled riders who want something that’s as performance oriented as it is comfy. You want the best, and you’re not afraid to spend a bit of cash to get it.

Buy the Vans Infuse: £410 at Blue Tomato UK

Buy the Vans Infuse: €460 at Blue Tomato EU

 

Selected for the Whitelines 100 – read our review of the 2023-2024 Vans Infuse here

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