hike mode - / haɪk məʊd / -
noun
Setting on a hike & ride ski boot that allows for an increased range of motion in the upper cuff, make hiking easier and more comfortable. This is usually activated by a lever or handle at the rear of the boot that unlocks the upper cuff. The increased range of motion, allow the ankle joint to properly hinge, therefore increasing comfort and efficiency when boot packing or skinning.
\\ I remember when I did that boot pack in my alpine boots, having hike mode on these boots feels like a game changer.
Also known as:
walk mode
