Full Tilt First Chair 8 Ski Boots

About the Full Tilt (now K2) First Chair 8

The 2019 Fist Chair 8 sits dead centre in the First chair range with an 8 flex tongue, which is equivalent to a 100 flex from standard ski boots which tends to be the most popular flex on the market. Intermediates or those with lighter builds will find the 8 flex tongue offers plenty of support for charging the mountain in all conditions, whereas heavier and more experienced riders, especially those spending a lot of their time in the park, will enjoy the smooth flex for pressing into butters and absorbing landings.

With a boot width coming in at 99mm, the First Chair 8 is a narrow to medium fitting boot, and uses the Full Tilt Soul Shell - an updated version of their classic shell using the same dimensions and construction, but with a slightly roomier toe box just to keep things extra comfy. New for 2019, all Full Tilt boots feature a heat mouldable shell however, so if you're concerned that a 99mm width might be just too tight and still want to ensure a snug, performance focused fit there's no need to worry. Our boot technicians can get your pair moulded to a perfect fit in store.

As with all Full Tilts, the 3-piece construction is the key to their success and for good reason. Unlike traditional designs, the ribbed front tongue and infinite pivot rear cuff allows the wearer to ease into the flex without bottoming out – eliminating shin bang and shell distortion and maximising control over the boot. Full Tilt’s iconic cable buckle system will keep your feet right where you want them, evenly spreading pressure across the front of the boot. The three buckles work with J-shaped inserts in the liners to lock the ankles down and prevent heel-lift, allowing for maximum control through the boot. When you’re all done shredding for the day, simply loosen off the buckles and let the tongue come fully forward – it opens 90 degrees for easy access and a quick exit.

The heat mouldable Intuition Pro liner is one of the warmest and most comfortable liners out there. With professional heating or through extended use, the high-density closed cell foam moulds to the shape of the foot and inner boot to increase energy transfer and power to the shell while creating a unique and incredibly comfortable fit around the wearer. The ergonomically shaped liner wraps around the lower leg and foot, eliminating uncomfortable overlap and pinching which might come with traditional tongue liners.

Featuring dual material outsoles and textured scuff resistant lower shell, durability is paramount with these ski boots, and the shock absorbing boot board lends itself to all different aspects of freeskiing. Whether your charging big lines and cliff drops through choppy snow or lapping the park, the 2019 First Chair 8 from Full Tilt can take the hits and keep you riding at your best.