After 30 years of snowboarding and owning numerous boots from different brands, these are easily the highest-quality boots I have ever owned and exceptionally comfortable on foot.
I recommend choosing your size strictly according to your Mondopoint measurement, as they are truly true to size.
When you first try them on, it may feel like they are almost too tight or difficult to get into. This is simply due to the initial stiffness of a brand-new, well-built boot. That feeling disappears with use. The break-in period took approximately 4-6 riding days. During that time, I kept the upper BOA slightly looser toward the end of the day, which worked perfectly.
I would rate the stiffness around 7/10, so they are definitely on the firmer side. If I were riding rails exclusively, I would probably choose the standard Rift model instead. The Rift Pro really shines when moving to jump lines and all-mountain riding, where the added support and response become noticeable.
The overall construction gives the impression that these boots will last significantly longer than others I’ve owned. Now that they are fully broken in, I couldn’t be happier, a solid 5/5.
Beautifully built boot, high-quality BOA system that does not loosen or release during the day. The molded toe cap is a great detail, it allows you to really crank down your toe strap, and it locks in perfectly.