NORDICA Dobermann 70

The NORDICA Dobermann 70 is a junior performance ski boot designed for young skiers who have already mastered the basics, ski actively and need a boot that provides greater precision and support for continued technical development. Inspired by the performance-focused Dobermann collection, its construction is adapted to junior skiers – combining a 70 flex, 100 mm shell width and polyurethane construction with an emphasis on balanced response and control.

A defining feature is its smooth and balanced flex, allowing young skiers to actively work with the boot, apply pressure to the skis and progressively improve their turn technique. The 70 flex index provides noticeably more performance-oriented support than softer recreational children's boots while remaining appropriate for the junior performance category and the needs of younger and lighter skiers.

All-day comfort is supported by the Comfort Fit W liner, while secure foot retention is provided by four micro-adjustable aluminium buckles – the technical specification lists 2 Micro ALU + 2 Micro ALU. A 35 mm Power Strap completes the upper section of the boot. The result is a junior ski boot that can support young skiers during performance-oriented skiing across the mountain as well as while developing their first racing ambitions.

Who are these ski boots for?

The NORDICA Dobermann 70 is intended for sporty junior skiers who need more support and precision than basic children's models provide. Nordica positions it as a JUNIOR PERFORMANCE model for young skiers who want to continue developing their technique.

The model is particularly suitable for juniors who:

• have mastered the fundamentals and want to continue improving their skiing technique
• ski sportily and need firmer support for precise ski control
• are looking for a junior boot with an exact 70 flex index
• prefer a shell with a stated width of 100 mm
• want a four-buckle construction with micro adjustment
• appreciate a 35 mm Power Strap for greater stability around the upper cuff
• want a boot for sporty all-mountain use
• are developing their first racing ambitions but do not need an extremely stiff pure race shell
• are looking for a combination of precision, support and all-day comfort

Correct sizing is particularly important with junior ski boots. Buying boots significantly oversized "for growth" compromises foot retention and reduces the precision that the performance-oriented Dobermann 70 construction is designed to provide.

How do the boots perform on the slopes?

The Dobermann 70 is built around a combination of a 70 flex, PU shell and performance-oriented four-buckle construction. On the slopes, it provides young skiers with enough support for more active ski control while maintaining the smooth flex needed to load the cuff naturally.

This balanced flex behaviour is particularly important for technical development. The skier can pressure the front of the boot, work progressively through the turn and receive more precise feedback from the skis. The firmer performance construction also helps keep the foot more securely positioned during dynamic skiing.

The Dobermann 70 is therefore not limited to the race course. Its all-mountain classification makes it suitable for sporty piste skiing, technique training and regular all-day skiing, provided the stiffness and shell shape are appropriate for the individual young skier.

How to understand the parameters

Flex 70

The exact 70 flex index positions the Dobermann 70 among more performance-oriented junior ski boots. Compared with softer children's models, it provides noticeably stronger support, helping with more precise ski control and dynamic skiing.

At the same time, this is not an extremely stiff race flex. A young skier needs to be able to genuinely load the cuff and use its flex – a boot that is too stiff can make it more difficult to develop the correct stance and pressure control.

Flex indices are not completely standardized between manufacturers. The number 70 should therefore be considered together with the junior skier's weight, height, strength, technical ability and skiing style.

100 mm shell width

The technical specification states an exact 100 mm shell width. Within the context of the junior Dobermann 70, this means the boot is not presented as an extremely narrow race construction.

Shell width alone, however, is not enough to determine whether a junior ski boot fits correctly. Actual foot position, heel retention and contact between the foot, liner and shell are equally important. A performance boot should hold the foot securely without creating excessive pressure points.

Technologies

Micro Adj Buckles

Micro Adj Buckles refers to micro-adjustable buckles that allow finer control over the tension and precision of the boot closure. The technical specification for the Dobermann 70 lists 2 Micro ALU + 2 Micro ALU, meaning a total of four micro-adjustable aluminium buckles.

Fine adjustment helps adapt the closure tension across different areas of the boot to the foot and lower leg. In a performance-oriented junior model, secure foot retention is important for efficiently transmitting the skier's movements to the skis.

Strap 35mm

Strap 35mm refers to the 35 mm wide Power Strap positioned around the upper cuff. It complements the four-buckle closure system and helps secure the upper section of the boot around the lower leg.

More stable contact between the shin, tongue and cuff supports more precise pressure through the front of the boot and contributes to controlled ski handling during performance-oriented skiing.

PU shell and cuff

According to the technical specification, both the shell and cuff of the Dobermann 70 are made from PU – polyurethane. This construction forms the foundation for the boot's performance character and balanced flex behaviour.

In a junior model, the interaction between the shell, cuff and 70 flex is particularly important. The construction needs to provide sufficient support for precise ski control while still allowing a young skier to naturally flex and load the boot.

Comfort Fit W

The Dobermann 70 uses a Comfort Fit W liner, designed to support a comfortable foot position inside the firmer performance shell. The combination of comfort and secure retention is particularly important in junior ski boots – young skiers need their feet to remain stable while still being comfortable enough to ski throughout the day.

The supplied information does not specify a particular heat-moulding technology or exact individual customization process for the liner, so these characteristics should not be assumed.

Four micro-adjustable aluminium buckles

The closure system consists of four micro-adjustable aluminium buckles, listed in the technical specification as 2 Micro ALU + 2 Micro ALU. The four-buckle construction allows the boot to be progressively secured around the foot and lower leg, creating stable contact between the skier and the shell.

Micro adjustment allows finer control of buckle tension. This is particularly useful in a performance-oriented model, where finding the right balance between secure foot retention and comfort is important.

35 mm Power Strap

A 35 mm Power Strap completes the upper cuff. Its purpose is to help secure the upper part of the boot around the lower leg and complement the work of the four buckles.

During sporty skiing, it supports more stable contact between the shin, tongue and cuff, helping the young skier manage pressure more precisely and make effective use of the 70 flex when controlling the skis through a turn.

5355 PU sole

The model uses a sole designated as 5355 PU. The supplied technical information does not specify GripWalk or another alternative sole system, so compatibility with other sole standards should not be assumed.

When pairing the boots with a specific ski binding, the actual sole configuration and corresponding binding compatibility should always be verified.

70 flex + 100 mm: a performance platform for continued progression

The combination of a 70 flex and 100 mm shell gives the Dobermann 70 the character of a performance-oriented junior ski boot, providing noticeably more support than basic children's models while remaining designed around the needs of young skiers.

The 70 flex provides the support required for more dynamic ski control, while four micro-adjustable aluminium buckles and the 35 mm Power Strap help keep the foot securely positioned. Together, these features create a strong platform for continued technical progression – from sporty skiing across the mountain to gradually developing racing skills.

The model is available in sizes 190–280. Nordica specifies a weight of 1530 g, the colour Black, manufacturer code 05073000-100 and product code N25000680.

Why choose the NORDICA Dobermann 70?

The NORDICA Dobermann 70 is a strong choice for young skiers who already need more precision, firmer support and a more performance-oriented response than basic junior boots can provide, while still requiring a construction suited to their physical capabilities and continued technical development. The 70 flex creates a balanced foundation for actively working with the boot, while the 100 mm PU shell provides the support needed for sporty ski control.

Four micro-adjustable aluminium buckles together with the 35 mm Power Strap support secure foot retention, while the Comfort Fit W liner provides the necessary comfort inside the performance-oriented construction. The result is a junior all-mountain ski boot for young performance skiers who want to improve their technique, ski more dynamically and progressively develop their performance and racing potential.