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14 • Outdoor Insight • January 2019 outdoorinsightmag.com NEW PRODUCTS OUTDOOR EYE SCARPA / MAESTRALE XT: Blending the traits of an alpine/freeride boot with lightweight ski boots, the Maestrale XT weighs in at three pounds, 4.5 ounces per boot and has 56 degrees of cuff range, making it "best-in-class" for walking and touring. A close-fitting, dual-injection overlap cuff is designed to offer instant power transmission to ski edges with a progressive flex. MSRP $895. TECNICA / MACH 1 LV: The Mach1 LV features an anatomically shaped shell and liner paired with Tecnica's Custom Adaptive Shape (C.A.S.) Fit System. The combo delivers what the brand calls the best fitting, best performing and most customizable ski boot available in the market. The design concept of the boot focuses on three priorities: fit, skiing performance and complete customization. MSRP $840. NORDICA / SPEEDMACHINE J3: This new junior ski boot features an adjustable flex system for more control and confidence and to make it easier to put on and take off. The three-buckle anatomical shell uses softer plastic in the in-step making it easier to slide the boot on and off. The three-position flex adjustment is based on a child's weight, either softening or stiffening fore and aft flex. The lightweight liner is soft and waterproof, with a roomy toe box. MSRP $200. DYNAFIT / HOJI FREE SKI BOOT: The new Hoji Free is a ski touring boot designed for backcountry skiers and passionate climbers to embrace equally. A new lower volume shell creates an enhanced performance-oriented fit. The use of the patent-pending Hoji Lock System keeps transitions quick with one simple move to switch between uphill and downhill modes. MSRP $899.