How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

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How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by Spiny Norman » Sat Feb 27, 2021 9:57 am

MAny years ago I had a pair of Scarpa T4s. I was pretty disappointed with the range of motion in them. The Liner really resisted any rearward bend and the tongue was oddly biting on the forward stride.

Is the Excursion any better?

Will be scooting around Greater Central NH.

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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by bgregoire » Sat Feb 27, 2021 10:15 am

The excursion definitely has better ROM.
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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by phoenix » Sat Feb 27, 2021 10:47 am

I agree with Bgreg; while I've skied (and ski) T2's and T1's for a couple decades, when I tried the T4's, the flex was awkward for me, and the cuff was definitely uncomfortable with any forward lean. So, I went with Excursions for my general BC stuff... and also found them fine at the resort on some Wayback's. Very comfy, forgiving boot, and really warm. They're a high volume fit, my feet are low volume, so there's a lot of looseness for me, but I much prefer the comfort fit. An uncomfortable fit is just not acceptable for me. If I feel I want more response on the down, I just tighten 'em down snug, and ease up on the buckles on the bottom of the run.



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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by connyro » Sat Feb 27, 2021 11:04 am

I agree with the above posts. Only think to add is to mention that the plastic that the Excursions use is softer than the plastic used for the t4s so the Excursions flex in a more "natural" way



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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by Lasiocarpa » Sat Feb 27, 2021 11:11 am

I tour pretty much exclusively in Excursions. They do not have a walk mode, so you increase range of motion by loosening the top buckle and power strap. I always leave the bottom buckle fastened. They are a pretty soft boot and even with the upper buckle fastened I get acceptable kick and glide for short flat stretches.



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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by CwmRaider » Sat Feb 27, 2021 11:34 am

Be aware that the Scott Excursions are out of production. So get em while you can.
In Europe they're all but sold out.
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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by Spiny Norman » Sat Feb 27, 2021 3:09 pm

I mean DANG!.

This sounds exactly like the boots I want and need and they are no where to be found.

Next best option?

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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by Shenanagains » Sat Feb 27, 2021 3:21 pm

Roelant wrote:
Sat Feb 27, 2021 11:34 am
Be aware that the Scott Excursions are out of production. So get em while you can.
In Europe they're all but sold out.
Cheers
Source?

I suspected the Excursion was no longer being made a couple seasons ago, but managed to find a pair. I was told they were still being made then, supply was just not great.

Excursions really are a niche in themselves, losing them would be a real blow to the community.



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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by Franz » Sat Feb 27, 2021 3:51 pm

Comfiest ski boot I have ever owned - stock liner.



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Re: How's the ROM in the Scott Excursion

Post by bgregoire » Sat Feb 27, 2021 4:16 pm

Spiny Norman wrote:
Sat Feb 27, 2021 3:09 pm
I mean DANG!.

This sounds exactly like the boots I want and need and they are no where to be found.

Next best option?

Thanks
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