Thread: Salomon 1080 boot...opinions?

What say you?

Just like any other boot: It's gotta fit you.

It changes next year, remind your salesguy of that fact and ask for half off.

And what phunk said.

Cushy shit in the heel not all that effective.

I tried some on the other day and my feet were in heaven, but I've heard they are a little more soft than most boots, but then again I like soft skis. I also really like the idea of the shock absorbtion under foot. They seem like the perfect boot for a skinny hucker like myself. In other words I'm kind-of "sold" on the boots. Has anybody got any proverbial Gotama sidewalls out there that might "unsell" me?

if you do get them, get them really tight, as the liners pack out A LOT. Mine ended up being too big for me, but I'm still in em as I don't have anything else. Very soft boot, great for jumping and dorking around with things that normally give you a big shock. Nice padded footbed and rubber bootboard. They suck for quick, high pressure turns though, as my boots just flex instead of turning the ski. It has made for a few crashes in the woods. Otherwise, a very comfy boot.

Same boot as the X wave 7 (cooler color and the padded bit on the heel) and same shape as ANY of the X waves or cross max boots 6-10 and mens or ladies.

Make sure that you have 1-2 cm behind your heel and the shell of the boot. Any more and it is TOO Big.

Originally posted by mntlion
Same boot as the X wave 7 (cooler color and the padded bit on the heel) and same shape as ANY of the X waves or cross max boots 6-10 and mens or ladies.

Make sure that you have 1-2 cm behind your heel and the shell of the boot. Any more and it is TOO Big.

yeah, I was a JONG when I bought these and the bootfitter sucked. I tried to bring it back under "100% fit guarantee," too bad they don't cover it from last season, despite the fact they still had some from last year on the rack

thread hijack----what about the 1080 ski?

The ski is good. I've got this season's orange 1080 and have been impressed thus far. Kicks ass in the park and not bad for all mountain days that aren't deep.

I tried the boots on again last night, I also tried a few others from a few different brands and was still feeling the best about the 1080. I think I'll be wearing these real soon.

Originally posted by schuss
yeah, I was a JONG when I bought these and the bootfitter sucked. I tried to bring it back under "100% fit guarantee," too bad they don't cover it from last season, despite the fact they still had some from last year on the rack

That is a shitty shop, they should make it right. Our gaurantee is if you don't like, we will go as far as taking the boot back. BTW, we haven't had to take a boot back as long as I can remember outside of people wanting to put something under the tree for Christmas.


I can't really think of anything outside of what has been said, besides about the liners, play around with the 3-d buckle, I can't hardly stand in mine with it in the original position.

Originally posted by CaddyDaddy77
That is a shitty shop, they should make it right. Our gaurantee is if you don't like, we will go as far as taking the boot back. BTW, we haven't had to take a boot back as long as I can remember outside of people wanting to put something under the tree for Christmas.


I can't really think of anything outside of what has been said, besides about the liners, play around with the 3-d buckle, I can't hardly stand in mine with it in the original position.

yeah, he said "you should have come back last season" reply: "the liners hadn't packed out yet last season"

I wasn't even looking for a refund, just a partial credit towards new boots in that shop or an exchange for a smaller size.

as for the ski...good all-rounder, but not for high speed, ice, or heavy crud. otherwise, it's def solid (bumps, light pow, steeps).

1080 boot. It's like a carpet slipper. I got a pair and love 'em to death but then I do like my gear to be as soft as a blancmange when I impact off a jump. Don't want to be feeling any resistance.

I like the shade of green they come in.

Originally posted by mntlion
Same boot as the X wave 7 (cooler color and the padded bit on the heel) and same shape as ANY of the X waves or cross max boots 6-10 and mens or ladies.

Make sure that you have 1-2 cm behind your heel and the shell of the boot. Any more and it is TOO Big.

The X-wave actually has a bi-molded shell while the 1080 is a single type of plastic. My woman has the x-wave and I have the 1080. I think its a great all around boot. If you look at the foot bed, underneath the liner, the 1080 rubber pad is screwed down, while the x-wave is a plastic riser that floats, which I think isn't as good.

If you're looking for a stiffer boot that is similar, a buddy of mine has a course pro boot (which is much stiffer, but not nearly as comfortable, I tried em for a bit). The 1080 is nice, but it is so comfortable, which is awesome for full days of riding.

Echoing others, simply because I am not extremely satisfied with them anymore: they do pack out, a lot (see related thread). They are good all around boots but not as responsive or precise as you would normally prefer all mtn. I love em for jibbing, you can drop 8ft to a catrack and considering if you land centered and absorb the impact well your feet will be fine. So, for inbound days, they are a good choice.

*As for the skis, good for jibbing and soft days but terrible on steeper hardpack/ice and not so great in crud. These things are too soft and chattery on harder stuff, I really couldnt stand em. They're really fun on groomers until the edge gets dull. And like many have said before, they do lose what little stiffness they have in the first place. Personally, Id buy some Public Enemies, just picked up a pair and they ski real nice.

I too have enjoyed the flexibility of these boots. I have put about twelve days on them. I weigh a buck eighty-five and they are already starting to pack out, resulting in a much loser fit. By the end of the day I have them cranked all the way down. This is ok for the parks in Wisco, but I am a little sketched on taking these for high speed turns in the crud w/ my V-pros. I am thinking of getting booster straps and getting a thicker insole fitted in mine to give a little snugger fit on the top section of my foot, for faster skiing? Anyone else try this? The shop I bought them from said they will charge 30 bucks for this.

Originally posted by stompinlines
I too have enjoyed the flexibility of these boots. I have put about twelve days on them. I weigh a buck eighty-five and they are already starting to pack out, resulting in a much loser fit. By the end of the day I have them cranked all the way down. This is ok for the parks in Wisco, but I am a little sketched on taking these for high speed turns in the crud w/ my V-pros. I am thinking of getting booster straps and getting a thicker insole fitted in mine to give a little snugger fit on the top section of my foot, for faster skiing? Anyone else try this? The shop I bought them from said they will charge 30 bucks for this.

30bucks?

Liners of my boots was quite packed in the end of the last season.As i couldnt find any decent liners where i was at the moment, I improvised.
I got a pair of thick (5mm) unmolded footbeds made of some kind of felt(?). Put those between the boot and the liner.
Worked suprisingly well for few weeks before i got the new liners.

They cost 2dollars..

My xwaves have packed out too, but only a little bit (just enought) 1.5 fingler shell fit and all is well. If the shell is bigger than that most boots will pack out and feel too big, I think that this is a fit issue not a salmon or a 1080 issue?

So 1080 w/ custom liner???

I have the X-waves as well, like the general fit/comfort and flex. I have flat feet and even with thick foam space fillers (technical name escapes me) and custom foot beds i still have some movement in the heel. Need better boots for next year too.

Well I've got the boots and I'm digging them so far. They feel great everywhere in the foot area. They also feel really light. It took a few runs to get used o the softer boot, but they feel really good. I am running into the problem of my broom pole legs having too much room in the shins later in the day. I've had this problem with every boot I've owned. Before buying I talked to the shop guy about this problem (also a skinny kid) and he said he drills another hole further over for the buckle catch and cuts a little plastic away from the far outer edge of the tongue. I may give the drill thing a try and see how it works. I'll probably pass on cutting up my boots though.

Originally posted by meatdrink9
Well I've got the boots and I'm digging them so far. They feel great everywhere in the foot area. They also feel really light. It took a few runs to get used o the softer boot, but they feel really good. I am running into the problem of my broom pole legs having too much room in the shins later in the day. I've had this problem with every boot I've owned. Before buying I talked to the shop guy about this problem (also a skinny kid) and he said he drills another hole further over for the buckle catch and cuts a little plastic away from the far outer edge of the tongue. I may give the drill thing a try and see how it works. I'll probably pass on cutting up my boots though.

I have a friend who had the same problem when racing. He had the shop sew in these foam pads (think shims) two in each boot, on either side of his shin. When you crank town the powerstrap are you doing it over the shell? Try strapping it under the shell directly on the tongue of the boot, it seems to help a little.

Get some high density foam and glue it to the outside of the liner. This avoids cutting the shell. Also, more overlap (moving the buckles) stiffens up the boot.

yeah, put the powerstrap directly on the liner, it helps a ton with these boots.

Originally posted by meatdrink9
Well I've got the boots and I'm digging them so far. They feel great everywhere in the foot area. They also feel really light. It took a few runs to get used o the softer boot, but they feel really good. I am running into the problem of my broom pole legs having too much room in the shins later in the day. I've had this problem with every boot I've owned. Before buying I talked to the shop guy about this problem (also a skinny kid) and he said he drills another hole further over for the buckle catch and cuts a little plastic away from the far outer edge of the tongue. I may give the drill thing a try and see how it works. I'll probably pass on cutting up my boots though.

You seek the foam boot-tongue-pads known as The Eliminator.

I rock them and they, well, rock.