While I don't disagree that the pro tour offers quite a bit more ROM, I toured in power wrap in Vulcans for several years without issue. YMMV.

I'm sure someone with more experience will chime in,...

Thanks to everyone who offered thoughts on the 130 compared to 140.

Would still love a comparison between the 140 and 130 using the same liner and same soles. Do it for science! :)

I'm really curious why you think it's the DIN sole instead of the plastic.

I guess now I'd love to read a comparison of a new pair of XT Free 130 and XT Free pro with the same sole. In the shop,...

Compared to what? The RS 130? Or another 130 flex touring boot?

I've fondled them in the shop. Seem really nice. Definitely stiff but pretty progressive. No experience how the plastic will increase flex in cold temps vs the Lange plugs.

Maybe slightly stiffer...

I don't know if kevino has tried silicone spray, but I know he has way, way more than 25 days on them, mostly in Montana and southern BC.

jorion -- last we spoke, he says he's using them more than...

kevino skis these a ton as well -- the main walk mode drawback he's mentioned to me (and posted about on here) is getting stuck in walk mode when digging pits or bootpacking in deep snow. He now puts...

Sounds like you're the perfect user for zipfits inbounds and intuitions for touring...

^^Agree on all accounts.

Are you sure it's the footbed angle and not the cuff angle of the Lange? My understanding is Lange has a more outward cuff angle, better for people with small Q angles.

I think you'll be happier with race boots and touring boots. I know I am.

I hear you, but I'd put money on there being FAR more women who should be in a 22.5-23.5 than men should be in 30.5-31.5.

That'd be great, but I'll remain skeptical.

I've been really stoked to buy these for jesski next season, but I just read that the smallest size in ALL versions (including the women's) is 24.5. What?? I mean, why even make a women's version if...