The Nordica Speedmachine 3 120 BOA DD is an all-mountain, Dual BOA boot built for skiers who ski the whole hill. It pairs a medium-volume fit with a stiff, performance-oriented flex and a lightweight redesigned shell. The result is a boot that wraps the foot evenly and drives a ski with authority without feeling like overkill underfoot.

Why we like it:

The Dual Dial BOA closure is the headline here, and it solves a real problem; the old buckled Speedmachine ran tight across the instep, and the two-dial system spreads tension smoothly so the fit feels generous where it used to pinch. We also like that Nordica kept natural cork in the liner, which firms up the heel hold and gives the boot a connected, planted feel.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert skiers who want frontside precision but still poke into soft snow and variable terrain. The 100mm last makes this a medium-volume boot, so it suits average-width, average-volume feet best. It's a strong pick for a progressing skier who wants real 120-flex performance in a boot that stays forgiving enough to allow imperfect form.

Highlights:

The closure system is the big story; Nordica's BOA Dual Dial setup uses two dials to wrap both the shell and the cuff with micro-adjustable, multi-directional tension that locks the heel down and kills the pressure points a buckle would create. Underneath that is the redesigned Tri-Force shell paired with 3Force Honeycomb construction, which blends a light, stiff, responsive frame with softer Bimat PU plastic in the cuff and shell to cut weight without giving up energy transmission. The 3D Cork Fit Primaloft liner uses natural cork across the heel for warmth and lateral power transfer, and the whole package is heat moldable; Nordica's Infrared customization lets a bootfitter tune both the liner and the shell exactly where you need it. GripWalk Extra-Grip soles round it out for better traction and easier walking off the skis.

Things to consider:

This is a stiff 120, so it asks for an advanced-or-better skier to flex it properly; it's not an intermediate's progression boot. The achilles and ankle area can feel snug out of the box for some feet, though that tends to settle with heat molding and time on snow. If you want a softer entry point, the lower-flex Speedmachine options make more sense.

Fit & sizing considerations:

The 100mm last sits squarely in medium-volume territory and fits average-width, average-volume feet well. Mondopoint sizing is consistent, so there's no need to size up or down; pick your usual size. As a high-performance 120-flex boot, it's worth working with a certified bootfitter to get the customization features dialed in.