RS8
Nordic Boots - Skate - Men
RS8
Designed to offer reliable edge grip, greater stability and easy access to longer gliding times, this boot’s cuff-to-chassis connection ensures power transmission. The Custom Fit™ keeps your feet comfortable, while the double step in strap makes it easy to step in. This boot uses 100% PVC free with a Thinsulate™ lining using 78% recycled materials.
Article ref. L47029800+
- Best for
- In-track
- Width
- Regular
- Compatibility Norm
- Prolink
- Level of Practice
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Flex
- Stiff
Stability and edge grip
The direct cuff-to-chassis connection delivers efficient energy transmission, while the Energyzer cuff offers accessible stability and edge grip.
Easy step in and more comfort
The double step in strap provides easy step in, a hyper-soft insole ensures more comfort, while the Thinsulate™ 78% recycled lining is great at protecting against the cold.
Stylish
100% PVC free, featuring a Thinsulate™ 78% Recycled lining and Nocturne design details, these boots will keep you comfortable and stylish.
Product benefits
Chassis
- 3D Skate: Injected plastic chassis, allows heel support and good torsional rigidity to optimize power transfer.
- Skating Flex: Control and power transmission with good lateral stability.
- Glassfiber Loaded: Made with injected fiberglass to maintain lightness, this material enhances the boot's mechanical properties, boosting rigidity in both torsion and flexion.
Climate Management
- ClimaSalomon™ Waterproof Membrane: Salomon’s highly waterproof ClimaSalomon™ WP Membrane tests at 100.000 mm on the Schmerber scale, where more than 30.000 mm is already considered suitable for extreme conditions.
- Waterproof Zipper: Designed to better protect your feet from snow and water, this waterproof zipper covers the laces and ensures your feet stay dry longer.
Cuff
- Glassfiber Loaded: Made with injected fiberglass to maintain lightness, this material enhances the boot's mechanical properties, boosting rigidity in both torsion and flexion.
- Energyzer 2.0: This cuff offers more back proprioception to help with balance. The back support lowers fatigue in difficult snow condition and helps you ski longer.
- EVA Pad: The EVA padding inside the cuff provides exceptional comfort while ensuring a maximum contact zone for precise control.
Insole
- OrthoLite®
Last
- 102 Performance Fit: Medium volume for maximum foothold, high comfort and precise fit.
Lining Fabrics
- Thinsulate™ R 78%: This highly isolating lining is made with at least 78% recycled materials, so your feet can enjoy great protection.
Outsole Type
- Prolink Racing Skate: This racing outsole with low profile offers abrasion resistance and rigidity, maximizes power transfer, and delivers exceptional snow feeling and torsional rigidity for skating.
Upper Construction
- sensiFIT™: sensiFIT™ cradles the foot from the midsole to the lacing system, providing a secure, snug, and virtually customized fit all around the foot.