realskiers

I think there is still plenty of need to pressure the front of the boot as that is how one creates pressure on the tips which is necessary for good skiing (at least with good PMTS skiing). If what you are saying is that you don't want a boot that flexes a ton when you get forward on the cuff, I agree with that.

JB,

Just to continue the discussion a bit, I read HH's first quote in the link Max supplied, and, he states he does not try to flex boots. In my old days of skiing, it was common to push very hard against the front of the boot. Akin to a "primary" movement...drive those knees to pressure ski tips. We know better today.

I create a fair amount of pressure on my boots, but, it's caused by other movements, including the hips, than by driving my knees forward. If we use the "cause / effect" concept, boot pressure is an effect. I think this is in line with PMTS dogma.

Stiff boots helps a very good skier manage all the forces placed on a boot. Perhaps you feel the pressure created by your turns via your boots, and, that's an indicator of performance.

I will stand by what I wrote for a newer skier thinking about the stiffness of a new boot. They need to keep it simple and understand some basic concepts at the onset. Their individual journey will take them where ever it leads. I can't predict will Byron will go and if he's happy in a more comfortable, less stiff boot, I say fine. go enjoy, but, don't forget that equipment without technique is very limiting.