Before the hike, the lowdown on the fit - SCOTT Cosmos III Ski Boot

Lets start with my uncorrected foot dimensions.

Length 28 centimeters
Instep 26 centimeters
Heel 36 centimeters
Ball 111 millimeters

Boot Size 28.5 Boot sole length 316 millimeters

The boot is the first lighter, less beef more AT boot to power the fleet. They weight approximately 489 grams per boot less than the current pair of boots.

Socks used were mid and lightweight, no stitching, no cushion.

Determining factors; new hinge/lean lock mechanism, last width and instep volume.

During the first try on, the Scott issued footbeds were left in the liners. The fit was loose and the buckles could not be tightened to provide heel and forefoot retention without causing pressure points over the instep and forefoot. The stock footbeds were removed and a pair of custom DFP insoles installed. This corrected foot alignment and vastly improved comfort and heel/forefoot fit. Additionally, to facilitate entry of my foot into the boot, I removed the laces. However, in time they may be reinstalled.
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The liners have not been cooked and sock weight will be determined after some use.

I will update this review after hiking and skiing in the boot.

I gave them only 4 stars because they have not yet been hiked or skied.