And though the Viaje prevents frosty toes and offers great protection for resort riding, they feel denser than a freestyle boot.

But after an all-day big-mountain adventure, tired feet are unavoidable. The footbeds are comfortable and help prevent fatigue. Our feet have never been so cozy throughout 10-hour days on snow. And in our blizzard experiences, it works. The waterproof/breathable valves in the boot’s shell help release that moisture, too.Ī heat retention wrap is integrated around the toebox and above the outsole to help retain heat. The plush, comfortable liner is boosted with a sweet technology called FlashDry from The North Face, which pushes moisture to the surface to help keep feet dry. They also provide a secure ankle hold for zero heel lift, even for those of us with narrower feet. Vans nailed the snugness and security but managed to leave room to wiggle the toes. They’re also comfortable for riding the lift and cruising groomers with friends. We’ve been wearing these boots for back-to-back backcountry seasons and they’re still just as comfortable, warm, and supportive as on day one. And it achieved all of that without goosenecking our feet. The Vans Viaje ($370) answered our call for a backcountry snowboard boot that’s warm, supportive, and durable for all-day adventures ascending peaks and snowmobiling powder fields.

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