Description of Nordica Olympia SM 12 Ski Boot - Women's:
A dialed women’s-specific fit and staunch 100-flex help the Nordica Women's Olympia Speed Machine 12 Ski Boot dominate the mountain, any day and in any condition. The precision footbed's rigid heel and women's-specific arch support provide high-performance control when you arc down the mountain. The Olympia Speed Machine 12 Boot's flex (90-100) helps you drive your skis with amazing precision and strength, while thermo-moldable Performance Fit Women's liner ensures all-day comfort and warmth. Customize the Speed Machine 12 Boot's micro-adjustable cuff profile to fit your calf, and experience the precision and power of a secure, personalized fit.
Bottom Line: Buckle in and hold on because the Nordica Olympia Speed Machine 12 Ski Boot hauls ass.
I just want to throw out there that the issues involving pain from this boot described by 'Horrible' sound like a poor foot shape to shell shape combo. I used to fit boots for folks and my immediate thought was this person's foot may be too narrow for a Nordica shell. Therefore the instep buckles need to be cranked way down to compensate, making arches scream. Great boot for wider feet (100 to 102mm), taller insteps, and thicker calves. Try 'em on!
Get ready for the wort pain of your life! I bought these bad boys at Sniagrab, thinking they'd be as warm and comfortable as a (much) older pair of Nordicas I had. Nope.
These things feel like they push the archs of my feet flat when you have them tightened enough to have any control. The only way to ski them comfortablely is to have them totally unbuckled. I literally undo them the SECOND I come to the flats, and on every lift.
Buy these only if you want suffering.
PS= its not just me, everyone I've talked to (including dude's on the mens version) have had the exact same experience. I won't be buying speed machines again, ever.
