1 / 8Pure Elite 70-Deep Black
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Description
The Rossignol Pure Elite 70 is a women's-specific, 4-buckle overlap boot built around a 98mm narrow last and a flex index of 70 — soft enough that a skier who is still building their technique can drive the boot without fighting it, yet precise enough to communicate with the ski underfoot. The shell uses Rossignol's Dual Core construction: a softer plastic around the ankle and instep wraps the foot, while a harder section in the cuff transmits steering input into the ski without flex-out or slop. The four micro buckles cinch down cleanly in three positions each, and the 40mm power strap over the top keeps the heel from lifting mid-turn. Inside, the Custom T2 liner is heat-moldable — we can run it in the oven here at the shop and press it to your foot so the Merino wool padding fills in your specific heel pocket and ankle shape. There is also a rear spine adjustment screw that lets you dial flex up or down by about five points either direction, which is a useful range for skiers whose confidence fluctuates with snow conditions. No walk mode on this boot; it is a pure alpine overlap design, and GripWalk soles are an aftermarket add-on if you want rubber tread for the lodge walk.
This boot is a good fit for a women's skier at the beginner-to-solid-intermediate stage — someone who is skiing greens and blues confidently and starting to push into steeper terrain, with a genuinely narrow foot and a low-to-medium-volume instep. The women's-specific cuff is shorter and cut in a tulip shape at the back to clear the calf muscle, which matters if standard boots have ever left you with shin bang or calf pressure. Where this boot does not belong: if you have a wider foot or a high instep, 98mm is going to compress your foot and cause pain before the run is over — come in and we will fit you in something with a 100mm or wider last instead. If you are already skiing blacks confidently and want a boot that gives you real edge engagement at speed, a flex 70 is going to feel vague and you will outski it quickly; in that case, the Pure Elite 90 or 110 is the right conversation to have. Bring your ski socks, plan thirty minutes, and we will measure your foot and match you properly — flex index and last width have to suit your foot and your skiing, and guessing either one costs you a season of discomfort.
| Flex | 70 |
|---|---|
| Last Width | 98mm (Skinny Fit) |
| Shell | Generative Design with Dual Core |
| GripWalk | Compatible |
| Buckles | 4 |
| Best For | Women's intermediate-advanced — narrow, precise fit |
Details
- Type
- Ski Boots
- Vendor
- Rossignol
- SKU
- RBN2240
23.5
Rossignol Pure Elite 70
Pure family · 25/26
Flex 70
SoftLast Width
98mm— Narrow (96–99mm)
The Pure Elite 70 sits in a sweet spot for women who want the tech of Rossignol's premium Pure line without the stiffness of the Elite 90. The Generative Design shell minimizes wall thickness for lighter weight and better power transfer, while the Asymmetric Dual Core cuff wraps the lower leg with softer plastic where you need comfort and harder plastic where you need support. The adjustable flex spine lets you tune ±5, so you can soften it down to 65 for mellow days or firm it up to 75 as your skiing improves.
The Merino wool liner is a genuine upgrade over synthetic insulation — warmer, better moisture management, and more comfortable on long days. At $280, you're getting race-derived shell tech in a forgiving flex that won't punish developing technique.
Strengths
- +Adjustable flex (±5) lets you grow into the boot as skills improve
- +Merino wool liner for real warmth and moisture management
- +Generative Design shell — lighter and more responsive than standard construction
Best For
Intermediate women skiers with narrower feet who want premium construction and warmth in a forgiving boot.
Limitations
- −No walk mode — pure piste boot
- −Flex 70 will feel soft for strong intermediate-to-advanced skiers
- −No GripWalk sole — standard alpine sole only
Not For
Advanced women pushing hard on steeps (step up to Pure Elite 90 GW), or women with narrow feet who need a 98mm last.
Common Questions
- How does the adjustable flex work on the Pure Elite 70?
- A rear spine adjustment changes the flex by ±5 points. Set it softer (65) for easier flexion and learning, or firmer (75) for more response as your technique progresses.
- Is the Pure Elite 70 warm enough for cold days?
- Yes — the Merino wool liner insulates better than standard synthetic liners and manages moisture well, so your feet stay warmer and drier throughout the day.
- What is the difference between Pure Elite 70 and Pure Comfort 60?
- The Elite 70 has Generative Design shell tech, Dual Core cuff, Merino wool liner, and adjustable flex. The Comfort 60 is simpler construction with Sensor Matrix shell and Polar fleece liner at a lower price point.
