Danielpollock Posted October 13, 2013 Report Posted October 13, 2013 I am looking for the locked in feeling and getting increasingly frustrated by slipping out of my board so im thinking of getting some Ronix boots and giving it a go to progress with freestyle/wakestyle tricks. Ive spotted some Ronix boots but I wondered if they would be ok on my Raptor Pro LTD or will i need to get a new board? Does any one else find the straps on the Raptor Pro LTD dont give you that solid feeling and your feet can move around too much? Maybe its the straps. I was chatting to guy yesterday who was riding Ronix boots with a cabrinha board so ive had a look and the calibre and custom are designed with boots in mind. i think the rocker on the custom will make it better for boots and the H2 straps look really good too! Quote
andrew pattullo Posted October 13, 2013 Report Posted October 13, 2013 all fittings are universal , even wake boards boots, so you shouldn't have a problem how ever getting the boots on is another , one lad I saw trying to get into his boots before water start, demolished his kite it was his first attempt to get into boot bindings , there is a separate boot , binding sett up, that looks easy to get going but aint cheap!!! Quote
SonnyRider Posted October 13, 2013 Report Posted October 13, 2013 All fitting 'might be universal' [1] but not all boards work with boots If you fit boots to a non compatible board you run the risk of ripping out the inserts, or snapping the board I've no idea if your Raptor Pro is boot compatible. You need to ask the manufacturer or a shop who sells both [1] no such thing as universal, I know some of the newer North fittings are spaced differently than other manufacturers Quote
RaggedRoy Posted October 13, 2013 Report Posted October 13, 2013 The Crazyfly Nuke is their board designed for boots. I find the Raptor Pro bindings fine. Quote
charlie1597507920 Posted October 13, 2013 Report Posted October 13, 2013 some boards not made for boots feel better than others made for them. your inserts shouldn't rip out but it is possible with any freestyle board, maybe try it out for a little bit and if you like it get a wakestyle board Quote
Dragnfly Posted October 13, 2013 Report Posted October 13, 2013 I tried boots a week or so ago & didn't really like it much. They weighed an absolute tonne, and filled with water too, making them even heavier. Also, when you crash it hurts a hell of a lot more than it does with straps, especially if you are hooked in. Then again - it can't be all bad - some people do love 'em and i've not totally ruled it out yet. I might give it another go with some different boots - maybe open toe, to let the water drain out. Quote
Danielpollock Posted October 13, 2013 Author Report Posted October 13, 2013 Im going to keep progressing with the raptor pro without boots i think and try getting my straps a bit tighter on my feet to get that hooked in feeling more. I just don't feel that secure on the board with wetsuit boots on and my feet seem to move around alot and it really doesn't help when your properly lit and looking to boost or pop. I do love the board just not the straps when i have wetsuit boots on. Quote
jimmy6 Posted October 14, 2013 Report Posted October 14, 2013 Do you find the Crazyfly bindings work well without boots? If so, try these Atan Mistral 3mm - round toe - Surfstore I ride a Raptor Pro with these boots in the winter and they are as close to barefeet as you can get (whilst still being warm!) Might be worth giving them a try before spending lots of money on boots or a new board? Quote
Dragnfly Posted October 14, 2013 Report Posted October 14, 2013 Or try some different straps that offer a better fit? Like Naish Apex, North NTT or Cabrinha syncs? They all have multiple adjustment for the different parts of your foot. Quote
Andy-j Posted October 14, 2013 Report Posted October 14, 2013 get a set of bindings, you wont look back. strap ons are for lesbians. Quote
Danielpollock Posted October 14, 2013 Author Report Posted October 14, 2013 Jimmy 6 - ive got a pair of the 6.5mm hot atans boots but ive just ordered a pair of 3mm ones and this should help. Dragon fly - the Naish Apex bindings look really good. Would a pair of these bindings or the cabrinha ones fit my crazyfly board? This could well be a much better option than getting a new board. The 2014 bull dozer looks awsome and comes with much better bindings which give you a more looked in feeling. just aint got a spare monkey knocking around. Quote
Danielpollock Posted October 14, 2013 Author Report Posted October 14, 2013 CABRINHA HYDRA H2 FOOT STRAPS 2014 look very good too. I wonder if they will fit the crazy fly raptor pro ltd? Quote
m14dgt Posted October 14, 2013 Report Posted October 14, 2013 Daniel the naish apex are awesome they should fit and are amazingly comfy. Once you get them adjusted right your feet are locked in like bindings with all the freedom of straps. Best straps out there atm!!! Dave Quote
m14dgt Posted October 14, 2013 Report Posted October 14, 2013 I ride a 2011 raptor pro with the red/white crazyfly straps and havent found any issues. My mate has the apex I will try and see if they fit Dave Quote
lives2fly Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 +1 for Naish Apex. Just got a set with my new Monarch and they are without doubt the most comfortable best fitting binding I have used. Nothing wrong with the crazyfly straps though.I think the 6.5mm boots (!) are your problem as you have guessed. I wear Billabong 2mm split toe sock boots which are as good as having bare feet grip wise and enough to keep the cold at bay in the winter if you have a decent wetsuit Quote
Dragnfly Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 They do look great. If only they had a sliding toe bar like the LF ones, I'd have bought a pair already. Quote
SonnyRider Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 They do look great. If only they had a sliding toe bar like the LF ones, I'd have bought a pair already. I changed from LF comps (3+yrs) with the adjustable toe bar to the Naish Apex I find the Apex much better in all areas Quote
Danielpollock Posted October 15, 2013 Author Report Posted October 15, 2013 Naish apex bindings ordered! Lets prey for some wind this wknd! Quote
SonnyRider Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 Naish apex bindings ordered! Lets prey for some wind this wknd! Heh, not my fault if you don't like or get on with them I've yet to try with boots yet. I normally use the Atan socks\boots in winter. I thought the water was still warm to not need boots? (not been out in the UK for about 3 weeks+, not looking forward to wearing a wetsuit after two weeks in boardies) Quote
Andy-j Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 I changed from LF comps (3+yrs) with the adjustable toe bar to the Naish Apex I find the Apex much better in all areas Would be ideal if he had your feet. Quote
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