The new Rossignol Vizion ski boot is designed to let you step into the boot like a slipper—handsfree and without a grimace.

Flex refers to how easily you can distort the ski boot--how much force it takes to drive your shin forward. That's based on what type of skier you are (beginner, intermediate, or expert) as well ...

We tested 12 pairs of ski boots for fit, performance and more. Here are the two pairs we think are the best, whether you’re skiing at the resort or in the backcountry.

Ski boot flex/stiffness is measured by increments of 5-10. A beginner skier should ski in a boot with a flex of 60-90, and a more expert skier should be in a boot with a flex from 90-130.

The flex rating of a ski boot refers to how stiff the boot is and how much force it takes to get the cuff of the boot to flex forward. A higher flex number means a stiffer boot.

Most skiers know that ski boots come in varying flex ratings (which can be pretty arbitrary), and that flex ratings have something to do with a skier’s ability level.

Carve turns and bomb hills in comfort and style with the best ski boots of the season. Here are our top 10 picks for all sorts of skiers and situations.

There's a noticeable gap in ski boots for folks who wear smaller than size 24.5, and want a stiff flex index.

Get your gear in prime ski season with the best ski boots for men, featuring top ski brands like Atomic Hawx, Nordic, and more.

The most important equipment purchase you will make, ski boots demand your time, consideration, and maybe a little bit of pain. But it’s worth it to find the right boot. To help your quest, we asked ...