The 10 Best Women's Ski Boots for the 2024 Winter
By: Jordan Berde: Ski Buyer | September 24, 2023
The most important, and often most overlooked part of your ski setup is the boots. When choosing ski boots keep in mind that with a well-fitted, high-performing pair of boots, you will feel better and ski better on the mountain. But the best ski boots for one person are not always the same as the best ones for someone else. That’s why we’ve put together this list of the best women's ski boots for 2023 with something different in mind for each type of rider. Whether you’re a park rat, a backcountry adventurer, or a weekend warrior, we’ve got a pair of boots that will make your days in the snow that much better.
New This Year:
A big focus we’ve seen among ski brands this year for women's ski boots is BOA entering the ski boot game! A BOA dial now exists and replaces the lower buckles on several models of boots. Salomon, Atomic, K2, and Fischer will have a BOA boot. As we call out in our 2024 ski trends, BOA ensures even foot pressure, enhanced accessibility to overlap boots with adjustable width, and a precise forefoot fit for improved riding. Lange introduces the Shadow, which replaces the RX boot and incorporates a dual pivot design. Additionally, overall sizing is becoming more inclusive, with more brands offering stiffer boots in size 22.5. Lots of neutral earth tones dominate the colorways this season.
This Year's Best Women's Ski Boots:
Atomic Hawx Prime 85
The Atomic Hawx Prime 85 W Ski Boots provide all the best features of Atomic's top end boots - Memory Fit heat molding technology and lightweight Prolite construction - in a smooth medium flex just right for intermediate skiers stepping out into bigger terrain. Lightweight construction means you can wear them all day without boot fatigue setting in, and the straightforward heat molding process allows for extensive customization in one easy appointment with your bootfitter.
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 85 | 100 mm | Resort | $399.95 |
Lange LX 75 HV GW
Leave it to Lange to come up with a beginner/intermediate boot that doesn't fit like a breadbox and actively helps you become a better skier. We're talking about the Lange LX 75 HV GW Ski Boots, with a wider 102mm forefoot for out-of-the-box comfort but more normal dimensions through the ankle and heel so you can actually turn those skis. Lightweight Polyolefin and LYFRAN construction means less energy spent lugging the boots around and more to use on actually skiing.
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 75 | 102 mm | Resort | $379.95 |
Salomon S/Pro Supra BOA 105
Here's something you don't see every day - a brand new closure system in alpine ski boots hasn't really happened since Henke introduced the first buckle boot back in the 1960s. The Salomon S/Pro Supra BOA 105 Ski Boots not only rock the new Boa®, which brings a new level of comfort to wider feet and taller insteps, but instead of leather they are built of Custom Shell HD heat-moldable Polyurethane, making a whole new world of custom fitting available to skiers with anything but average-shaped feet. The S/Pro Supra Boa® 105 has the perfect flex for advanced to expert skiers who don't need the stiffest boot out there and want a versatile, all-mountain/all conditions flex.
Cassidy, Product Content Writer: "These boots offer the drive and rebound for hard charging skiers. The Salomon S/Pro Supra BOA 105 W is the most comfortable and supportive boot I've tried."
Read Salomon S/Pro Supra BOA 105 In-Depth Review
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 105 | 100 mm | Resort | $699.95 |
Dalbello Cabrio LV 95 W
Dalbello have refreshed their boot lineup for the new season and the Dalbello Cabrio LV 95 W Ski Boots are leading the charge. The latest evolution of their 3-piece boot design features a new ergonomic tongue that delivers better control and power transmission, along with a Goldilocks 99mm last that fits low to medium volume feet like a glove. Topped off with heat moldable wrap linera, the Cabrio LV 95 boots are an excellent choice for freeriders seeking superior performance in a precise, personalized fit.
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 95 | 99 mm | Resort | $599.99 |
Lange Shadow 115 LV GW
A revolutionary new design in overlap boot technology delivers an even smoother and more progressive flex in the Lange Shadow 115 LV GW Ski Boots. By dropping the locked out portion of the spine with the traditional 2 bolts and instead using a Suspension Blade design that fastens at both the ankle and sides of the heel, the new Shadow frees up the flex at the limits without sacrificing top end resistance or snow feel. That translates to better skiing anywhere you point your skis, with a silky and vibration absorbing ride you'll have to experience to believe.
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 115 | 97 mm | Resort | $749.95 |
Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 95 BOA GW Alpine Touring
With the Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 95 BOA GW Alpine Touring Ski Boots, you get a sublime combination of ultra-versatility and comfort, rolled into one heat moldable package that is just at home on a relaxing groomer with the kids as pioneering a backcountry line you've been eyeing for years. A moderate 95 flex means enough support for spirited lift skiing with all-day comfort for long days out of bounds. A True Flex PU shell provides consistent flex through a wide temperature range, and GripWalk soles let you walk and boot with confidence but still use most alpine bindings. New is a BOA closure for the lower shell, which tightens and loosens incrementally and provides a smoother distribution of pressure over the forefoot and instep.
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 95 | 98 mm | Touring | $699.95 |
Tecnica Cochise HV 95 W Alpine Touring
Finally someone's done it. For years customers have been asking for a high volume hybrid boot that skis well and lets the wide-foot set hit the skintrack in comfort, and the Tecnica Cochise HV 95 W Alpine Touring Ski Boots are actually doing it this season. All the stuff that has made the Cochise great is still there, like the CAS shell and liner, great power transmission, and super effective T-RIDE walk mode with locking mechanism, but they've added a high volume 102mm fit. Time to start getting stoked, and stop worrying about your feet.
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 95 | 102 mm | Touring | $599.95 |
Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 115 Alpine Touring
Breaking new ground in the "fast and light" category, and soon to be breaking trail at a backcountry locale near you, the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon 115 Alpine Touring Ski Boots are here to give the other 1300 gram contenders a serious nudge and a definite run for your money. Light, powerful, and with a comfort oriented 100mm last and one of the cushier liners we've seen in this category, the Backland XTD takes some of the best of the Backland series and the polyamide Hawx Ultra and makes a run for the trailhead. Impressive in both uphill mobility and downhill precision in our testing, this boot is going to turn some heads and change some minds this season.
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 115 | 100 mm | Touring | $899.95 |
K2 Mindbender 115 BOA Alpine Touring
You've heard about the BOA revolution in alpine and hybrid boots for a while now, and it's here for real in the K2 Mindbender 115 BOA Alpine Touring Ski Boots. Naysayers have pooh-poohed the idea of Boa for skiing, but once you crank one down over your own foot you'll be a believer - the BOA Fit System really does distribute pressure more evenly over the top of the foot, making long days and snugger fits that much better. The new closure system is just the whipped cream and cherry on top; the classic Mindbender 115 boot lies under it all, with the best comfort-to-performance ratio in the business and a great skiing TPU and Pebax® construction that won't let you down.
Shelby, Sales Associate: "The BOA is a very interesting addition to ski boots, one that I think will take some time to perfect. It does give more precise control over snugness in the forefoot/instep, but will not change the heel hold. The Mindbender continues to be a classic hybrid boot, meant for people who ski resorts and do some shorter backcountry trips."
Read K2 Mindbender 115 W BOA In-Depth Review
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 115 | 97 mm | Touring | $799.95 |
K2 FL3X Method
A great comfort-oriented 3-piece design with a smooth linear flex and unparalleled ease of getting in and out, the K2 FL3X Method Ski Boots keep you grounded with a wider 102mm last and GripWalk soles for those times when you're not on your skis.
| Flex Rating | Last | Style | Original Price |
| 70 | 102 mm | Resort | $449.95 |
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The Selection Process:
Our ski buyers have an endless amount of knowledge on all things skiing stemming from years of experience in the ski industry in tandem with their countless hours spent on slopes everywhere from groomers to the remote backcountry around the world. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
Jordan Berde
Jordan (she/her) is a Ski Buyer at evo. Before working in this role, she worked at the evo Denver store for two years, where she began as a bootfitter and quickly moved into Store Lead and then Store Supervisor roles. Prior to evo, Jordan worked as a bootfitter at other shops, a mountain bike instructor for kiddos in Colorado, a ski patroller in Alaska, and a liftie in Taos. She's an avid backcountry skier and ski mountaineer and recently summited Mt. Baker as a fundraiser for SheJumps, a non-profit committed to getting more women involved in the outdoors.She started sliding on snow later than most (in her late 20s), but now she’s the friend getting up at 4 am to make sure she can get a dawn patrol lap in before work! Jordan is passionate about diversity and inclusion and making outdoor activities more inclusive to all genders, races, and ability levels. When she's not skiing, Jordan is likely on her mountain bike exploring all that Colorado and Washington have to offer with her wife. Some say she never stops moving…