The Imperial is a more supportive boot than either the Ruler or Moto and is suited to riders that want a bit more response for going faster, and more grip for hiking missions into the side and back country. Stepping up in construction you get rubber ice spikes and a Vibram Ecostep outsole with B3 Gel for better cushioning. It also features Speed Zone for hassle free closure and Total Comfort Construction for out of box comfort.
| Shrinkage Footprint Reduction Tech: | Reduces the boot's overall footprint a full size, meaning a men's size 10 fits like a size 10, but has the footprint of a size 9. Shorter, lighter, sleeker - never suffer from toe drag again. |
| Speed Zone Lacing System: | Gives you lightning fast lacing control. Customizes the fit of the upper or lower zone. Powerful system so you get more rebound/wrap and better response with less effort. Virtually indestructible, it features injected lace guides that aid in shell wrap for a better fit, reduced friction and easy upgrading. |
| Imprint 3 Liner: | Focus Cuff Heel Hold System w/Velcro J-Bar Interface & Inner Lace Lock, Lightweight Power Panels, Sock Lock, Rad Pad, Velcro Liner Closure, Level 2 Moulded EVA footbed w/ESS Support Shank & Aegis Antimicrobial coating, Heat mouldable. |
| Focus Cuff: | Boosts heel hold by hugging the sweet spot on your ankle and increases response for all-mountain agility. |
| Velcro J-Bar interface: | Positioned in the heel pocket for added support. |
| Inner lace lock: | Quick-lock design keeps heels locked down all day. Uses a one-handed release tab. |
| Power Panels: | To ensure a consistent flex, the liner features strategically placed panels that, even afterbeing deeply flexed, return to their original position. |
| Sock Lock: | Directional fibre lining allows feet to easily slide into place and stay there all day. |
| Rad Pad: | Located on the top of the instep where the laces exert most pressure, these pre-curved panels keep feet happy for hours. |
| Aegis Antimicrobial coating: | This antimicrobial coating inhibits the growth of odour-causing bacteria. |
| EST-Optimized midsole: | Lower-profile, lighter weight, and with a reduced ramp angle, it lowers your centre of gravity and improves feel. Control your set-up without sacrificing an ounce of cushioning thanks to ultra-dampening B3 Gel inserts. |
| B3 Gel: | Cushioning used in Burton boots that is focused under the heels for impact protection. Provides ultimate dampening and withstands repeated impacts without breaking down. |
| AutoCANT Cardinal cushioning: | Dual-density EVA allows the foot to settle into the most relaxed position, resulting in improved comfort, reduced fatigue, and smoother, more direct board control. |
| Vibram EcoStep Rubber outsole: | Backed by nearly 70 years of mountaineering knowledge for superior traction, feel and light weight. |
| S4 Shell Panels: | Evenly distribute strap pressure to maximize rebound and resist breakdown for consistent flex season after season. |
| Thin Profile 3D moulded tongue: | Enhances forefoot wrap and reduces shell/liner stack up for improved comfort. |
| Total Comfort Construction: | Gives an instantly broken-in feel right out of the box that feels just as good from shop floor to season opener, and every day thereafter. |
| Snowproof internal gusset: | The tongue has an internal gusset construction to completely seal the lower zone of the boot. |