Lee, I get the feeling you are the kind of skier who drives their boots. I'm curious if your Backland XTDs develop any cuff pivot slop. It only took...

I've been using them while touring and they are comfy and prevent blisters. They also stink like death and may be washed regularly.

Ezeefit ankle booties

Yeah that should keep it from getting worse. Doesn't look like a huge issue to me, and this should keep the ski from delaminating

Good skiing in the West North zone yesterday