Salomon’s Falcon series boots, introduced two seasons ago, stunned our testers with spectacular snow sensitivity and precision. The “CS” in this new Falcon’s name means Custom Shell, an innovation that will make Falcon performance accessible to skiers with wide, hard-to-fit dogs and those seeking a super-custom fit without multiple visits to the bootfitter. The shells themselves are moldable. Two panels made of Kaprolene—a type of plastic that deforms easily at 212 degrees and then holds its new shape when cooled—are built into the lower boot’s forefoot area, one each on the inside and outside. To mold them, remove the liners, heat the shells in an oven or hot water, reinsert the liners, step in, buckle, wait 15 minutes for the panels to assume the contours of your lower feet, step into cold water or snow for six minutes, and you’re done. Brilliant. [$925; http://www.salomonsports.com/us/# target=_blank>salomonsports.com]