Salomon X Approach Lace Str8jkt Boa Snowboard Boots - Men'sby Salomon

Product Info

Salomon’s new X Approach Lace SJ BOA® boot is a unisex park and freestyle boot that takes its roots from the iconic line of Salomon footwear. Premium materials and their Fit To Ride construction offer extreme comfort while still maintaining lightness. The added STR8JCKT BOA® (see straightjacket) lacing eliminates heel-lift and adds support.

Type of Terrain: All-Mountain

Ability Level: Intermediate, Advanced

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The X Approach BOA® is a great boot for intermediate riders who are looking for a little more adjustability and performance out of their boots, but want the feel of a traditional lace boot.

Technical Features

Skill Level

The X Approach is a great boot for intermediate riders who are looking for a little more adjustability and performance out of their boots.

Flex Rating

Medium Flex is perfect for riders that want comfort and performance out of their boots, regardless of terrain or riding style.

Traditional Laces

Lace up your boots just like you do your shoes. No fiddle fiddle, simple, effective, tried and true.

Comfort Custom Fit Liner

Wraps your foot in a soft welcoming hold that delivers instant and long lasting comfort. Featuring multi-density foams that conform to your foot as you break it in or speed up the process with a heat mold treatment from your local boot fitter.

STR8JKT BOA® Heel Harness

This version of inner heel harness works like a 3 point seat belt for your heels and is activated by the Boa® fit system. 

Ortholite C2 Footbed

A dual density insole that molds to your foot for all day comfort.

Heel Grip

An inner zone on your liner dedicated to keeping your feet and socks firmly in place, all day. Feather OutSole w/Contagrip® Rubber - EVA and rubber compound lightweight outsole that delivers cushy comfort and smooth landings. 

Feather Outsole w/ Contagrip® Rubber

EVA and rubber compound lightweight outsole that delivers cushy comfort and smooth landings. Salomon's patented non-marking, super durable outsole with strategic-placed high-density compounds in areas that are prone to wear. Lower-density compounds are placed throughout to offer more flexibility and grip.

Fitting Your Boots

Do not buy your boots based on your shoe size.

– To properly assess the fit of any boot you must lace or buckle it completely. The boot will feel small until you do this because your toes will be pushed to the front until laced or buckled. Also, keep in mind all boot liners stretch out and get bigger.

– First, lace or buckle the boot loosely. Next, flex into the boot to drive your heel into the heel pocket. Doing this makes room for your toes. Lastly, finish lacing or buckling the boot in a flexed position.

– Be sure to wear the boots for at least 10 minutes fully laced or buckled before making a determination. Remember these boots are not made for walking, keep your knees slightly bent and flexed forward into riding position. When doing this your heels should be pushed into the back of the boot and your toes should be comfortable.

– You should wear the thinnest sock you are comfortable with. Blood flow is the number one thing that keeps your feet warm. Adding more material around your feet with thicker socks increases the chances of reducing blood flow.

– To help your foot sit properly in your boot, you may consider an aftermarket footbed like Superfeet® or Sidas®. A footbed with arch support, not just cushion, helps align your foot in the shell and alleviates pressure points. Footbeds should be sized to your arch height and length, not your shoe size.

– Spend some time choosing your boots, they are the most important piece of your gear!