Going with a softer boot? dropping from 130 down to 120 flex

[DougW]

Can get a deal on a 120 in my size and last. My last 3 boots have been 130.

[gregL]

Can get a deal on a 120 in my size and last. My last 3 boots have been 130.

Wait a couple months, you won't have a problem getting a deal on a 130. You'll get a great deal on a whole ski shop if you want.

[stuckathuntermtn]

Without knowing the specific boots, this question isn't really answerable.
The main difference other than color may only be the powerstrap or liner, which many people replace anyway. If they're 2 completely different boots, it's not really comparable the way you are asking anyway due to the differences in fit/flex between models and their constructions.

[DougW]

same line Technica Mach 1 LV , 130 vs 120

[Djongo Unchained]

As the keystone of your gear set-up, I'd question going to a softer boot because it's cheap.

If you needed more flex, then prolly; Otherwise you'll likely suffer for it. And todays boots aren't the same as they once were. A 130 used to be a bitch to ski in, now it's a 150.
My Lange rx130's feel like 110's warm and 120 cold. Only occasionally do I want them racy stiff and I can just crank them to uncomfortable to make me believe I'm there...

And there seem to be some deals over on the gear swap thread right now.

That's just one bum's opinion.

[gregL]

You are considering this to save money, or because you think you want a softer boot?

[yellofin]

I have the same boot as you in a 120 flex. I weigh 160 and it is very responsive and has a very even flex. I didn’t get to ski this spring so no warm weather review but buying a boot that your to lite or not strong enough to flex is not a good choice

[DougW]

You are considering this to save money, or because you think you want a softer boot?

can't find my size in LV/130 which I would buy , its just pondering a maybe to save money, no rush as only one year on my current boots

[schindlerpiste]

I'd imagine that you you are in a Tecnica 130 and go down to a 120 with say Power Wraps, you wouldn't even notice a difference.

[stuckathuntermtn]

Are they even that different?
I've been wondering why so many companies are making 130 and 120 boots. Figured it had more to do with features than outright flex. And yeah, swapping to an Intuition Powerwrap probably bounces one of the biggest possible feature differences.

[gregL]

And you've been happy in the Mach 1 LV 130?

Legitimate reasons to go to the 120 might be: You've lost weight. Your skiing preferences or habits have changed. You are spending more time skiing with kids/wife/teaching. You only plan to ski mellow powder from here on. You get the drift.

Saving $100 probably isn't one of them. Assuming northern Italy makes it through the COVID-19 crisis, they will build more LV 130's.

[gregL]

PS Not sure if they have your size, but evo's price on the LV 120 is only $70 cheaper than the LV 130 at the moment . . .

[Quandary]

Keep in mind for many boot manufacturers there is a big difference in 130 vs 120 boots. 130s have better shells, liners, tongues, power straps. I haven't skied in Technica for a while so not sure about that brand.

[Djongo Unchained]

It's starting to make sense now...at 5'10" and between 205-220lbs,( depending upon my Autumn berries and general fattening for winter )The rx 130 is gonna feel softer to me than lotsa lighter mags.

Yeah, I'd hold tight for deals on the ideal boot for you. There's a ton more hanging in shops right now than in a usual summer. When things loosen up, I'd bet on a flood of gear.

[Vt-Freeheel]

Like Djongo says, shitload of gear watching dust settle on it right now.